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May 20th, 2012

Something people always want to know: What exactly IS a Traveller? Are you a Gypsy? The answer is both yes and no. Yes if you are using the correct definition of the word “gypsy”, no if you are using the more popular slang racial slur definition of the word “Gypsy”.

A Gypsy is any person with a mobile home, be it a tent, car, trailer, vardo, wagon, RV, motorhome, sailboat, houseboat, or plane. If your house can move from one location to the next, than you are a gypsy. If you live in a trailer park, you are a gypsy. If you live in a campground, you are a gypsy. If you live in a Winnebago, you are a gypsy. You can deny it, but like it or not, if you do not live in a standard non-mobile building, you are a gypsy, because that is what the word gypsy means. The word “gypsy” when used CORRECTLY is the name of a TYPE OF LIFESTYLE. However the word is very rarely ever used correctly.

Most people when they say “Gypsy” they mean “Romani Gypsy”, but using “gypsy” in this manner, as the name of a race, is considered a racial slur and the same as calling an African American a Nigar or a Latter Day Saint a Mormon or a Native American and Indian. Gypsy, Nigar, Mormon, Indian – these are all racial slurs used by people on the outside of the group in question. Just as no Latter Day Saint would ever refer to themselves as a Mormon, so too would no Rom ever refer to themselves as a Gypsy.

Mormonism is a theology held and practiced by 64 different religions, the original of which being The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and members within these religions call themselves Later Day Saints and say they practice Mormonism, and while a few may call themselves Mormons, most do not and are deeply offended by the term.

Likewise the Gypsy Lifestyle is held and practiced by over 300 different ethnic groups, and each group calls themselves by their race (Scottish, Navaho, Irish, Mongolian, Romani, etc), and while a few may refer to themselves as Gypsies, most do not and are deeply offended by the term.

Scottish Gypsies are called Travellers. They are a separate race from “regular” Scottish. Travellers are the Natives of Scotland, descendants of the Picts, while “modern” Scots are descendants of the Celtic Invaders whom invaded Scotland in the 1400s.

The Celts drove the Picts from their homes, murdering the women and children of any family refusing to give up their land to the invaders. The Picts, fought back, but in the end were driven out of their native homeland and forced to wander the world in search of a new home. They decided that having their families alive and well was more important than having land of their own. Vowing to never again be forced out of their homes, while watching their women and children be slaughtered, they decided to never again settle down in any place long enough to allow invaders to rob them of their loved ones.

The Picts were known for their metal work and their psychic abilities. The men became traveling tinkers, tooling metal ware and peddling their wares from town to town, while their women helped out by telling fortunes and communicating with the Faeries. They lived in covered wagons, called vardos, towed by spotted houses.

The Picts became known as The Traveling Scottish Tinkers. Over the centuries they have also been known as: The Scottish Gypsies, Witches, Witch Doctors, Hoodoo Conjurors, Peddlers, Tinkers, and as they are most commonly known today: The Travellers.

I wrote a longer more complete answer to this question here: What is a Traveller?


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Proper Vegetarian Nutrition – Vegetarian Diet Plans

May 20th, 2012

 Proper Vegetarian Nutrition

pdf Proper Vegetarian NutritionFood And Nutrition Information Center
Also includes sections on allergies and vegetarian eating. Baby & Toddler Meals for Dummies Dawn Simmons, Curt Simmons, and Sallie Warren, MS, RD, LD Gina Ford London: Vermilion, 2002. 188 pp. Description: Aids mothers in starting the weaning process, establishing routines, and ensuring proper nutrition. … Retrieve Content


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Healthy Nutrition Plan For Weight Loss – How To Keep Your Weight …

May 20th, 2012



Healthy Nutrition Plan For Weight Loss – How To Keep Your Weight Loss Diet Nutrition Healthy

Articleby Diet Expert

Healthy Nutrition Plan For Weight Loss

When losing weight is your first thought, it is easy to jeopardize fat loss for quality of nutrition. It is extremely important to learn how to keep your weight loss diet nutrition healthy. Cutting out protein and fat might get you those quick results but you are putting yourself at risk of harming your body. Understanding basic nutrition, before embarking on your weight loss journey, is the smartest thing you can do.

It is important to eat from all of the major food groups, these include:

* Grains and starches* Fruits and vegetables* Milk and dairy* Meat, fish and poultry* Fats and sugars

Your body requires foods from all of these groups to stay healthy, which is why learning how to keep your weight loss diet nutrition, healthy, is so important. Becoming deficient in just one area can lead to significant health issues. To eat a balanced diet you should try to have the majority of your foods coming from the grains, fruits and veggies, milk and dairy groups first. Then meat, fish and poultry should be eaten in smaller amounts with the fats and sugars group being the least consumed. Healthy Nutrition Plan For Weight Loss

Unfortunately most people have this balance of the food groups in the wrong order, resulting in them becoming obese. Fats and sugars just taste so good and add flavor to our other foods, which is why they are eaten in such large quantities. In order to lose weight and keep it off, we must reverse this balance. It is difficult to deny sugar cravings but next time you are tempted by something sweet, grab some grapes instead. If you suffer from a sweet tooth, try freezing your grapes. This makes them really sweet and by sucking on a frozen grape your sugar cravings will eventually disappear.

Eating grains and starches along with fruits and vegetables sounds boring to many people. It is quite easy to make these foods into delicious recipes. Trying cooking up some whole wheat pasta and combining it with peppers, onions and garlic, along with some lean chicken breast. Add some low fat pasta sauce and you have a tasty low fat meal.

Learning to eat on a regular basis is going to help you lose weight each week. If you are used to skipping breakfast, make a point of eating something before heading out the door. Mixing up a milk shake loaded with fruit is a quick breakfast, if not grab a protein bar to provide you with enough energy to get through the morning. Snacking or grazing throughout the day has been shown to work well as a weight loss method. If you like this idea be sure that you are munching on healthy choices. Fresh fruit and veggies work well here. When it comes to your evening meal, have a much smaller portion and avoid any further snacks. If you do feel like eating something at night time, try having a low fat cup of soup or herbal tea.

If you make the time to learn how to keep your weight loss diet nutrition, healthy, you will see better weight loss results. Eating a well balanced diet allows your body to function properly and you will find that you sleep for longer periods and more soundly too. Healthy Nutrition Plan For Weight Loss

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DietMadeEasy: Weight Loss Made Easy & Natural

May 20th, 2012

Here are five words that will help you on your way to successful weight loss -

Eat less and exercise more!

Key is simplicity

So if that is all there is to losing weight and being healthy why don’t more people do this? Great question! Why do you think? As human beings we have a tendency to make everything more difficult and complicated than is necessary – guilty as charged.

There is a quote that says, “that which is easy to do is easy not to do.” Jim Rohn

With all of the media attention our sky-rocketing obesity issues have created, we have come to believe that it is almost impossible to maintain an ideal weight and be healthy. What if that is a lie? What if it is really as simple as the five steps mentioned above? What would our media have to talk about? Right? Problems sell – it is that simple.

Obesity is definitely a crisis in our country but we can counteract the problem by going back to what was working at the beginning of time – eating right and moving our bodies. Make being healthy your goal – do not let it be just about weight loss. Weight loss will happen naturally if you go back to what is known to work.

Think of all of the ways our country will benefit when people take back control of their health. People will be able to save money on things like insurance, health care, doctor and hospital visits, depression, buying the “diet” books, etc. The list is endless.

Eating and exercising naturally can become a habit; eating poorly is a habit now for a lot of people. We know habits take twenty-one days to make or break. This will be a fun habit to break.

How to Ignite Natural Weight Loss

As stated above, natural weight loss is not complicated at all. Eating naturally is what our bodies are made to do. Our bodies are not meant to process unnatural foods or ingredients. Yet most of what is made available in the stores and advertised on television are the processed products. Thus, we automatically buy those items.

Getting rid of all processed foods is a first step to getting healthy. Maintaining an eating plan that consists of what is natural is generally quite simple – you need protein, complex carbohydrates, low fat foods.

Once you take the processed foods out of your diet you will find you are not as hungry. Processed foods generally have high processed sugars that do not last long in your body. Proteins are a better bet – they process slower in your body thus keeping you satisfied longer.

Beware of misleading labels. Remember, that manufacturers are selling products so they will present products as “good for you,” using whatever words might make you believe that. Words such as low fat, less sugar, high in fiber, improved, etc.

If you learn to shop on the outer perimeters of the store you will not need to worry about what is said on the packages of food. The foods on the outer perimeters of the store do not need labels because you know what celery is, what an apple is, what salmon is, etc. Can you see how easy this way of eating can be? It is also faster to shop this way.

Let me repeat -

There are five easy steps to weight loss – eat less and exercise more!

Ask yourself – if this is easy to do, what will get in my way?
This is what people struggle with – something that is easy to do, is also easy not to do! naturally healthy
Sonja Fullwood is a trained health coach – having experienced all that she writes about regarding weight loss and being “addicted” to the diet industry.

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Palm Beach daily deals for May 16 | Palm Beach on the Cheap

May 19th, 2012


Luxurious Boutique Hotel Overlooking Coast of Tobago


Every year between March and August, leatherback turtles come to the small island of Tobago to nest on its beaches and lay eggs. It’s a ritual the reptiles have followed for thousands of years. They’re the largest sea turtles in the world, so it’s also become a ritual in Tobago to watch the creatures as they make this pilgrimage. Steps away from Bacolet Beach Club, a luxurious boutique hotel, you can head to a wooden deck on the beach and sometimes see the turtles as they approach the white sands of Bacolet Bay.


Bacolet Beach Club is set up for you to relax in the sunny weather. Head to the secluded beach area and you’ll find The Rok, the hotel’s beach bar, located right on the sand. Staffers serve up cold drinks and dish out complimentary lounge chairs and towels for guests. Or feel free to head back to the hotel and take a dip in an infinity pool.


Built into a lush green hill, the property itself is made up of just 20 rooms. Each is designed with the tropical landscape in mind, with gauzy curtains, dark, exotic wood furnishings, and talking parrots that perform your wake-up calls. Head out to a large private veranda in your room, and you can get a view of the bay and Caribbean Sea.


A one-day car rental is included with this deal, and you will pick up the car at the hotel. You can drive around Tobago to check out the nearby city of Scarborough and the beautiful forests the area. After returning home to the hotel for the evening, it’s worth it to cross the quaint wooden bridge to Cafe Havana, the freestanding outdoor restaurant. Chefs here fuse together Cuban, Asian, and Creole culinary traditions, resulting in dishes such as ancho-chili-dusted calamari and spicy Cajun pork chops. A complimentary light breakfast greets guests each morning, including toast, croissants, juice, coffee, and tea.


Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago: White Sand Beaches, Unspoiled Rainforests, and a Historical Fort


The little island of Tobago floats on the southern end of the Caribbean Sea, fewer than 150 miles from the shores of South America. Tobago is also right above the larger island of Trinidad. The two islands comprise one republic, but Tobago is the more undeveloped island; it’s famed for its natural, forested beauty and unspoiled beaches.
Located in the center of Tobago is the Main Ridge Forest Reserve, which became a protected area in 1776—the oldest rainforest reserve in the Caribbean. In turn, it has some tropical wilderness that is virtually untouched. Hiking trails crisscross the reserve, and you can see rare birds, such as the island’s famous blue-crowned motmot. Tobago is lined with white sand beaches, too. Some are crowded tourist spots and others, such as Englishman’s Bay, are often empty.


The island’s capital city, Scarborough, is also worth a visit. It’s only made up of 17,000 people, but it’s packed with traditional Caribbean restaurants and handicraft markets. To get an idea of Tobago’s past as a colonial port, stop by the sprawling Fort King George. As you walk across the fort’s landscaped grounds, you’ll see its original cannons and get views of the coastline.


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May 19th, 2012




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Two-Hour Self-Guided Standup Paddleboard Tour for One or Two from Ultimate Watersports (Up to 55% Off)

Biologists estimate that water makes up 65% of the human body, 71% of the planet’s surface, and 0% of the R&B group Earth, Wind & Fire. Conquer the planet’s most prevalent liquid with this Groupon.


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  • $25 for a two-hour self-guided standup paddleboard tour for one (a $50 value)
  • $45 for a two-hour self-guided standup paddleboard tour for two (a $100 value)

Paddleboarders can launch from Dundee Creek or Hammerman Beach in Middle River.


Ultimate Watersports


The Chesapeake Bay is home to legendary beautiful waters, and diverse flora and fauna. Held on Gunpowder River, which flows into the bay, the festival shows off the industry’s latest toys, allowing attendees to try out brand-new kayaks and paddleboards on the sparkling fresh water. For the rest of the season, Ultimate Watersports brings its know-how to the shores with kayak tours, paddleboard lessons, and sailing trips that have remained a bay fixture for more than 26 years. Waterfront enthusiasts seek out the company’s reliably well-maintained and up-to-date watercraft to do everything from gain a windsurfing certification to practice heckling standup paddleboard comics. Additionally, seasonal kids’ camps help youngsters to stay active while they gain an appreciation for watersports and the splendor of the outdoors.

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$9 for Two Laser-Tag and Laser-Maze Sessions with One Mini-Golf Round at Red Zone Adventures in Timonium ($19.50 Value)

Since its invention, laser tag has entertained as many children as laser hopscotch, laser jacks, and laser Red Rover have vaporized combined. Score multiple rounds of intense beam-streaming competition with this Groupon.


$9 for Two Rounds of Laser Tag, One Round of Urban Golf, and Two Trips Through the Laser Maze ($19.50 Value)


Guests zap opponents with laser guns, sink holes-in-one on indoor mini-golf course’s glow-in-the-dark greens, and attempt to speedily weave their way through nearly 30 crisscrossing laser beams.


Red Zone Adventures


Fog floods the 6,000-square-foot arena as youngsters race behind glowing crates and walls to escape lasers, thus fulfilling the business’s Active Play Active Kids philosophy of getting wee ones on their feet and keeping them moving. At the nine-hole indoor golf course, glow-in-the-dark games take place with the aid of illumined putters and firefly caddies. The laser maze’s 30 crisscrossing beams put participants’ coordination to the test as they navigate through, and the glowing Lightspace Play Floor accommodates up to four players trying to copy each others’ dance moves. At the snack station, kids can recharge with pizza and nachos before challenging friends to air-hockey bouts in an arcade with more than 35 games.

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Basic Auto Detailing, Full Detailing, or 3M Window-Tinting Package at T and A Detailing in Columbia (Up to 67% Off)

Getting your vehicle detailed uses less water than hosing it down at home and less gas than driving it into a river. Combat grime efficiently with this Groupon.


Choose from Three Options


  • $29 for an interior or exterior detailing (a $60 value)
  • $49 for full interior and exterior detailing (a $150 value)
  • $99 for a complete vehicle 3M window-tinting package with exterior wash (a $285 value)

During an interior detailing, technicians spend up to two hours shampooing mats and seats, dusting dashboards and cup holders, and vacuuming the crevices of bobble-head dolls. Lasting up to three hours, the full-detailing package builds on the interior work with an external wash, tire dressing, and engine-steam-cleaning treatment that gently clears out gunky buildup. A machine wax and buff leaves bodies gleaming and resistant to Mother Nature’s whims. Alternatively, 3M window films reduce glare and increase glares from intrigued pedestrians. The tinting also blocks UV rays and keeps cockpits cool.


T and A Detailing


T and A Detailing’s vehicle artists give cars a new lease on life with hand cleanings and classy modifications. Technicians install custom wheels, alarms from Avital, and three hues of window tint. They’re also entrusted to tend to the flocks of several auto dealerships with their detailing and car-herding services.

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Two, Four, or Six Lipo-Light Body-Slimming Treatments at Physicians Weight Loss Centers in Columbia (Up to 87% Off)

Losing weight is a challenge almost as difficult as reading an entire dictionary or climbing a tree that’s covered in canola oil. Enlist expert help with this Groupon.


Choose from Three Options


  • $99 for two Lipo-Light body-sculpting treatments (a $600 value)
  • $179 for four Lipo-Light body-sculpting treatments (a $1,200 value)
  • $229 for six Lipo-Light body-sculpting treatments (an $1,800 value)

Eight Lipo-Light pads cover areas clients want to slim, emitting LED light that aims to reduce the appearance of cellulite and potentially reduce inches. The painless light beams reach deep within the skin, prompting fat cells to release liquid contents, which are then processed by the body’s lymphatic system. Treatments require no downtime and are most effective when paired with exercise and a healthy diet.


Physicians Weight Loss Centers


Under the expert guidance of medical director Dr. Alkesh Patel, the staff at Physicians Weight Loss Centers harnesses FDA-approved technology, nutrition programs, and other services to help patients shed inches and pounds. With expertise honed over more than three decades, the team administers shots of vitamin B12, provides meal-planning advice, and crafts detailed exercise programs. Zerona laser treatments help contour silhouettes with little-to-no downtime or risk of being misused by supervillains, and the powers of radio and magnetic frequencies help Venus Freeze treatments battle cellulite and loose skin.

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Euro-African Fare, Six Crepes, or Crepe Catering from Mina’s Delights (Up to 58% Off)

The crepe, or French pancake, was invented in 1923 to make its American counterpart look fat, oafish, and uncouth in comparison. Help the disked dessert to maintain its well-deserved sense of superiority with today’s Groupon.


Choose from Three Options


  • $10 for $20 worth of Euro-African fare and drinks, including menu items such as couscous with slow-cooked lamb and vegetable stew ($9.45) and an omelet with two pancakes and cinnamon cream ($6.59)
  • $18 for a punch card for six crepes (up to a $39.54 value), such as a hawaiian crepe with ham, pineapple, and cheese and a Nucoban crepe with coconut, bananas, and hazelnut chocolate
  • $50 for crepe catering for up to 10 people including unlimited crepes for one hour (a $120 value)

Mina’s Delights


The influences on the cuisine of Ramatou Fofana, the gastronomist who owns Mina’s Delights, are widespread to say the least: her dishes sample from the culinary traditions of Africa, Europe, America, and Asia, and in particular France and West Africa. The restaurant was originally founded to serve crepes, which explains why the menu teems with sweet and savory versions of the treat, including a signature rainbow crepe topped with cherries, peaches, pineapple, and hazelnut crumbs.


Following the success of its crepes, the restaurant has expanded its repertoire to include European and African specialties. This means instead of shot-putting themselves to West Africa, diners can stay put to enjoy one of the region’s popular dishes, thiebou jen, which pairs fresh veggies with spiced, stuffed fish.

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$35 for $115 Worth of Keepsake Books from Photobook America

Often used for toting memorable subpoenas or slices of deli meat, books also serve as handy spots to place noteworthy photos while ensuring minimal mold growth. Preserve images in a portable and rodent-repelling format with this Groupon: for $35, you get $115 worth of custom-designed photo books from Photobook America. Only one book and any additional copies of that book may be ordered per transaction. This Groupon cannot be used toward shipping.


Customers can transform digital photographs into elegant coffee-table books with the help of an intuitive photo-book designer program after providing an access code obtained during the purchasing process. Photo books are available in several styles and sizes that include hardcover and softcover bindings. Regular book prices range between $40–$250, with additional fees for upgrades and professional-series books. Each book is hand-made with superior-quality materials, such as linen, silk, leather, and newt skin, all available in a variety of striking colors. Accessories, such as slipcases and presentation boxes can add a dash of pizzazz to each order, and acid-free paper ensures long-lasting photo quality while deflecting photon torpedoes. Orders are completed within four to five business days and take an additional two to four business days to ship, ensuring that customers will be able to promptly obtain their own memorable keepsake book and avoid carving sentimental images into a wall-mounted etch-a-sketch.

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Two-Hour Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced Online Photography Classes from Chimpsy (Up to 64% Off)

In the days before mirrors, baseball players would collect their own baseball cards so they’d always know what they looked like, regardless of slugging percentage. Enjoy the preservative nature of photographs with this Groupon.


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Professional photographer leads two-hour video tutorials—live or prerecorded—designed to help students of all skill levels improve their shooting and editing abilities from the comfort of their homes.


Chimpsy


At the tender age of 6, Mark Cafiero received his first camera. Though it was broken and filled with cartoons his father had drawn of Mark and his sisters, that camera sparked an early interest in photography. Since then, that spark has erupted into a full-fledged passion, leading Mark to become a professional photographer who has snapped photos for hundreds of clients, including celebrities and professional athletes. To share his spark with others, Mark founded Chimpsy, a resource that helps photographers of all experience levels calibrate their skills with casual in-person and online classes.


Available in more than 30 cities across the nation, Chimpsy’s two-hour crash course features a hands-on shooting session and campfire-style presentation on topics ranging from camera anatomy to photo composition. For home study, online classes help photographers—beginners and aspiring pros alike—get more from their pictures through two-hour video tutorials that cover photo-editing software, shooting tips and techniques, and steps on how to build a photography business. From the comfort of their bedrooms, students can watch these professional photographer-led tutorials live or replay previously recorded sessions. Along with instructional classes, Chimpsy offers shutterbugs a place to submit photos for contests with monthly prizes or for feedback from peers, pros, and sentient picture frames.

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One or Three 60-Minute Custom Massages at BES Natural Solutions (Up to 55% Off)

A sore back is often the result of days spent hunching over keyboards or playing catch with wet bags of flour. Get back in the game with this Groupon.


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  • $35 for one 60-minute custom massage (a $70 value)
  • $95 for three 60-minute custom massages (a $210 value)

Registered massage practitioner Bernadette Singleton maintains open lines of communication throughout each custom massage, blending Swedish strokes with deep-tissue pressure to ease ailments that range from chronic aches to athletic injuries.


BES Enterprise Natural Solutions


If registered massage practitioner Bernadette Singleton has learned anything in the eight years since she opened BES Enterprise Natural Solutions, it’s that no two bodies react to treatment the same way. Human senses can be capricious and hard to control—something she knows all too well from her own battle with Meniere’s disease.


Bernadette draws on her years of therapeutic practice as well as her own life experiences to create custom massages that cater to her clients’ individual needs. Her own sensitivity to store-bought products compelled her to handcraft her own blends of oils, creams, and deodorants, and many of these formulas have since worked their way into her treatments. When she isn’t releasing tension with Swedish and deep-tissue techniques or coating water-heated pebbles in oil for a hot-stone massage, she continues to craft cold-processed soaps, hand-dipped candles, and blends of shea butter harvested from cows that once grazed in the New York Mets’ outfield.

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Full Mobile Detail for a Car or a Van, Truck, or SUV from Get MAD Mobile Auto Detailing (Up to 53% Off)

Although their thick wool coats would make them ideal car washers, sheep are rarely able to hold the position because of costly hoof scratches and a tendency to eat air fresheners. Enjoy bipedal auto-polishing with today’s Groupon to Get MAD Mobile Auto Detailing. Choose between the following options:


  • For $89, you get a full detail for a car (a $179 value, including the company’s $20 gas fee).
  • For $99, you get a full detail for a van, truck, or SUV (up to a $209 value, including the company’s $20 gas fee).

Crews trained in the lost art of hand washing and hand drying travel to homes and offices to return rides to their zenith of cleanliness. Following the scrub, a cloak of wax leaves the striking pavement prowler able to turn more heads in parking lots than a neighborhood strongman juggling shopping carts. Exteriors wiggle gleefully as teams shine rubbery soles with a tire gloss, and auto owners also net their ride with renewed trim, a full shampoo treatment for weary carpets and mats, and newly cleaned and conditioned seats.


A door-jamb degunking, spot cleaning of mats, and dusting of air vents draw impressed eyes to peep through newly crystalline windows. Before the team returns to headquarters, vacuums feast noisily on crumbs left by ant farms needing lifts to the mall.

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“Founding Gardeners” Lecture for Two or William Paca House & Garden Tour for Two from Historic Annapolis (Up to 60% Off)

History tends to repeat itself, which means there’s a good chance you’ll get run over by another war elephant. Learn from the past with this Groupon.


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The “Founding Gardeners” lecture, led by author Andrea Wulf, will reflect on the agriculture, gardening, and botany that contributed to the elemental passions of America’s Founding Fathers. The lecture takes place at St. Anne’s Church.


A National Historic Landmark, the William Paca House & Garden maintains its original colonial-era grandeur with the help of dedicated archaeologists, historians, and gardeners. Tours, which begin each hour and last approximately 45 minutes, meander through two floors of the 18th-century home, where rooms are filled with ornate furnishings as well as Paca family silver and ceramics. Guests can next embark on self-led tours in the 2-acre garden, marked by multitier terraces with geometric parterres, a fish-shaped pond, and a diversity of bright, native blooms.


Historic Annapolis


Historic Annapolis preserves and celebrates the area’s rich social and political history with tours of the colonial city and its landmark homes. The nonprofit group restored the William Paca House & Garden, a National Historic Landmark, to its colonial-era glory so that visitors could wander the rooms and gardens and travel back to a period teeming with revolutionary political ideas and patriotism. A museum features exhibits that illuminate the past, such as a 6′x6′ model of 18th-century Annapolis and a wormhole to Benjamin Franklin’s kite shop. At the Hogshead at 43 Pinkney Street, living-history presentations immerse visitors in the language and thoughts of long-ago citizens. Historic Annapolis also hosts a variety of public events, from historical interpreters presenting colonial life to summer camps for burgeoning history buffs.

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$10 for $20 Worth of Plants or $33 for Annual Family Membership with Hands-On Classes at Irvine Nature Center in Owings Mills

Healthy plants guarantee future generations a supply of oxygen and sturdy branches to hide on once the machines learn to think. Change the future with this Groupon.


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$10 for $20 worth of plants


  • Native plants such as yellow-flowered golden stars ($5.95), american-cranberry bushes ($14.95), and fledgling umbrella-magnolia trees ($21)
  • Purchases through the Nature Store help support environmental education

$33 for an annual family membership (a $75 value)


  • Valid for a family of any size
  • Hands-on nature classes for kids and adults
  • Priority registration and 10% off children’s nature summer camps
  • Discounts on gift-shop purchases, events, and programs
  • Discounted admission to partnered nature centers nationwide

Irvine Nature Center


Surrounded by more than 1,200 acres of protected land, Irvine Nature Center grants kids and parents access to 116 acres of open wetlands, forest, and meadows, affording families the opportunity to explore multiple ecosystems all in one afternoon. Dedicated to protecting nature and fostering respect of the outdoors, the center educates families with everything from field trips into the woods to hands-on lessons on specialized topics, from “Good Bugs for the Garden” to “Nature’s Sweets: Maple Syrup & Honey.” An indoor gallery sweeps adventurers through a collection of exhibits highlighting Maryland’s local biomes, guiding visitors through an interactive box-turtle habitat and a darkened room echoing with the sounds of nocturnal animals such as owls and infomercial hosts. The Nature Store helps customers give back to the earth by stocking its shop with birdseed, sustainable jewelry, and native plants.

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Gallery-Wrapped Canvas with Shipping and Handling from Canvas on Demand (Up to 65% Off). Three Sizes Available.

Photographs printed on canvas will outlast photographs printed on anything and then used as napkins during a family barbecue. Put a photo in a durable place with this Groupon.


Choose from Three Options


  • $45 for a 16″x20″x1.5″ gallery-wrapped canvas (a $126.95 value)
  • $52 for a 20”x24”x1.5” gallery-wrapped canvas (a $149.95 value)
  • $75 for a 24”x36”x1.5” gallery-wrapped canvas (a $202.95 value)

A wrapped canvas is a professional, photorealistic reproduction printed on textured artist canvas and gallery wrapped around a sturdy 1.5-inch edge. Thanks to its colorful flanks, a wrapped canvas doesn’t need to hide in a frame or rub lipstick on its edges every morning. One–three weeks after Canvas on Demand receives your photo, you’ll have your canvas print in hand and ready to hang. This Groupon includes the cost of shipping and handling.


Customers living in Connecticut, California, North Carolina, Nevada, Kentucky, and Washington will pay an additional fee for sales tax.


Canvas on Demand


Canvas on Demand transfers photos onto gallery-ready canvases. Clients upload an image and pass it off to the studio’s image touchup experts. They’ll make complimentary fixes, such as improving sharpness, balancing and enhancing the color, fine-tuning contrast, and removing suspiciously red eyes, before reproducing the image on canvas. Clients can also opt to mail in prints; Canvas on Demand’s image magicians will make a high-resolution scan and return originals by mail—unless they’re baby photos, which are returned via stork.


Different display options allow clients to divide one photo over three panels or group a series of photo canvases in one of 12 wall configurations. A pixel-painting option digitally modifies images, lending them the swirling texture of traditional oil paintings.

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Massage and Facial Services at Liposculpture by Design & Medi Spa in Lanham (Up to 56% Off). Three Options Available.

A day spa is a place to relax as beauty professionals look after aesthetic needs, whereas a night spa is a place crammed with monsters. Stay on the bright side with this Groupon.


Choose from Three Options


  • $45 for a 60-minute Swedish or deep-tissue massage, or a 60-minute European facial (up to a $95 value)
  • $85 for 60-minute Swedish or deep-tissue massage and 60-minute European facial (up to a $185 value)
  • $125 for three 60-minute Swedish or deep-tissue massages, or three 60-minute European facials (up to a $285 value)

Massage therapists adhere to clients’ desired levels of pressure to increase blood flow and relaxation. Estheticians help to brighten complexions with a cleanse, exfoliation, massage, and mask.


Liposculpture by Design


When Dr. Caryl Mussenden was six years old, she knew she wanted to become a doctor. After studying at Howard University’s College of Medicine and holding residency at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, she realized this dream. Beginning as a board-certified OB/GYN, Dr. Mussenden taught young women the basics of self care, eventually transitioning into opening her own gynecological and med spa practice, Liposculpture by Design.


In 2006, Dr. Mussenden created the Medi Spa division to welcome clients looking for liposuction and laser work. And today, along with her dedicated staff, Mussenden helps men and women achieve their aesthetic aspirations through customized dermal filler injections, chemical peels, laser hair removal, sclerotherapy, and Jade therapy.

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Two, Four, or Six Veneers at Family, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Severna Park (Up to 69% Off)

Humans use their teeth to smile, chew, and hiss at their own reflections. Strengthen your grin with this Groupon.


Choose from Three Options


  • $999 for two veneers (a $2,990 value)
  • $1,899 for four veneers (a $5,980 value)
  • $2,799 for six veneers (an $8,970 value)

Dr. Manson, a cosmetic dentist, bonds ultra-thin porcelain veneers, crafted into thin shells of ceramic, directly onto the tooth surface to hide existing chips or other imperfections. The veneers easily blend in with neighboring teeth and are resistant to stains caused by coffee, tea, or cigarettes.


Family, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry


Cosmetic dentist Dr. Barry Manson, DDS, continually pursues dental education, sharpening and updating the skills that earned him recognition as a student and a position as a teacher at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. His extensive cache of treatments leaves smiles healthier and happier with implants and veneers. Use of digital imaging keep Dr. Manson’s practice thoroughly modern, as does the fact that cleanings take place on hoverboards.

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$79 for an On-Location Photo-Shoot Package from Bella Events ($229.99 Value)

Before photography, subjects had to sit in uncomfortable poses as their portraits were painted, a process that could take several tension-packed years for mug shots. Sit for a quick, painless memory immortalization with this Groupon.


$79 for an On-Location Photo-Shoot Package (a $229.99 Total Value)


  • One 30-minute on-location photo shoot (a $100 value)
  • CD of customer’s five favorite images (a $100 value)
  • 10″x13″ wall portrait (a $29.99 value)
  • Online image gallery for viewing and sharing

Bella Events


Bella Events coordinates a nationwide network of skilled professional photographers, ready to arrive on location to enshrine milestones and special moments through their expert camera work. After customers send in their contact information, a photography consultant contacts them to exchange ideas and arrange photo-shoot details. By drawing on this information, the consultant can recommend the ideal photographer for the job, which, due to the laws of time and space, cannot always be Annie Leibovitz. Next, shutterbugs appear during the event, whether it be a birthday party or milestone anniversary party, to capture in-the-moment bliss. These lense experts can also render stunning headshots and graduation portraits, all enshrined as high-resolution digital images, classy canvas prints, or personalized mugs, mousepads, and tote bags.

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$20 for Kent Island Rock N Run Music Festival at Chesapeake Bay Exploration Center in Chester on June 2 ($39 Value)

Concerts, like dimly lit chandeliers, are more impressive outdoors and are more enchanting when adorned with strategically placed glow sticks. Illuminate your eardrums with today’s GrouponLive deal to the Kent Island Rock N Run Music Festival at the Chesapeake Bay Exploration Center in Chester. For $20, you get a general-admission ticket for Saturday, June 2, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. (a $39 value).


During Kent Island Rock N Run Music Festival’s inaugural event, eight energetic bands wail, riff, and jam throughout the day and into the night amid a picturesque waterfront park. New Jersey veteran rockers The Smithereens headline, playing power pop tinged with metal riffs in classics such as “A Girl Like You” and “Blood and Roses” as well as new tracks off their latest album, 2011. Before The Smithereens plug in, Mr. Greengenes gets audiences rocking with covers of Red Hot Chili Peppers and Rage Against the Machine, as well as other hard-rocking anthems. Maryland foursome Hyjinx also ignites the stage, transforming seminal hits by Bon Jovi, Journey, and Whitesnake with soulful female vocals, whereas ’80s tribute band The Reagan Years plays tunes by a-ha, Depeche Mode, and Talking Heads to recap the decade when the Cold War ended and Pac-Man was almost voted president.


Proceeds from the festival and early-morning race help support Special Olympics, a worldwide organization dedicated to fostering community and athleticism for people with intellectual disabilities. In more than 170 countries, Special Olympics empowers 3.7 million athletes through sports training and competition.

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Camping for Up to Four or Two-Day Camping Adventure for Two at Whitewater Challengers in Weatherly (Up to 63% Off)

In the wild, humans learn to live off the land, foraging bushes for edible berries and rifling through tree trunks for squirrels’ hidden smartphones. Hone your instincts with this Groupon.


Choose Between Two Options


$29 for one night of camping with tent or bunkhouse rental for up to four at the Lehigh River campground (up to a $78 value)


  • Alcohol-free, family-friendly campground with more than 100 wooded campsites and bunkhouses that sleep up to eight (padding and bedding not included)
  • Proximity to whitewater rafting, mountain biking, and kayaking
  • On-site activities such as sand volleyball courts, 330-foot zipline, and paintball target range

$99 for a two-day Pedals and Paddles package for two (a $247.90 total value)


  • Two days of mountain biking and guided whitewater-rafting trips along the Lehigh River Gorge (a $99.95 value/person)
  • Insurance (a $4 value/person), wetsuit rental (a $20 value/person), and overnight camping at the rafting center

Whitewater Challengers


Whitewater Challengers’ certified guides lead paddlers across the skipping surf of the Poconos’ Lehigh River Gorge, the Black River Canyon, and the Adirondacks’ Hudson, Moose, and Salmon Rivers. In the rafting industry since 1975, the guides have collectively led guests along more than 16 million miles of rapids. They chart courses that satisfy a range of experience levels, from beginning jaunts down gentle rapids to advanced battles through coursing foam and wicked currents.


The crew’s ultimate goal is to make rafting a fun adventure, which means that they take care of the business end, providing all safety equipment, transportation to launch points, and lessons for novices. When not on the water, the outdoors-loving crew also organizes mountain-biking and camping trips in New York and Pennsylvania.

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Diploma-Framing Package or $40 for $110 Worth of Framing Services at Framing Palace

Artwork stimulates an audience’s imagination, unlike a Rorschach test, which analyzes an audience’s imagination for signs of latent arachnophobia. Preserve eye candy with this Groupon.


Choose Between Two Options


  • $40 for $110 worth of framing services
  • $50 for a diploma-framing package (a $176.87 value)

Though prices vary depending on the project, Framing Palace offers select canvas-stretching services and dozens of economy framing options that begin at around $100. Diploma-framing packages nestle certificates into black, polystyrene frames (pictured above) beneath UV-protective glass with a single-conversion mat and acid-free backing.


Framing Palace


The artwork armorists of Framing Palace and Glen Burnie Custom Framing safeguard masterpieces and mementos with high-quality, custom frames. Master framers meticulously mat a favorite portrait, landscape, or cousin between comfortable backings and glass coatings bound by mouldings culled from a huge selection of colors and materials. Archival matting, conservation clear glass, and acid-free backing protect prized possessions from destructive elements and deconstructive critics. Additionally, tiered frames, multiple matting options, specialty shadow boxes, and canvas-stretching services add three-dimensional character to otherwise existentially barren walls. The experienced art ambassadors tread gently when handling cherished objects, carefully securing artifacts, sports memorabilia, and high-end masterpieces in their decorative denizens.

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Assateague Island Kayak Tours for Children and Adults from SuperFun Eco Tours (Up to 55% Off). Four Options Available.

Like smashing a snow globe against your forehead, tours can open up a fascinating new world right before your eyes. Go beyond the surface with this Groupon.


Choose from Four Options


  • $15 for a kayak tour for one child (a $30 value)
  • $25 for a kayak tour for one adult (a $50 value)
  • $39 for a kayak tour for one adult and one child (up to an $80 Value)
  • $45 for a kayak tour for two adults (up to a $100 Value)

Kayakers follow ACA-certified guides on treks through the Assateague Island’s barrier ecosystems, choosing from a number of tours that vary in duration, difficulty, and route. Wildlife Discovery Tours paddle two miles through a secluded wilderness of sika deer and wild horses, and child-friendly sunset and full-moon tours explore natural habitats after dark with opportunities for photographing twilight scenery and seeing red foxes and luminous jellyfish.


SuperFun Eco Tours


Assateague Island sits along the East Coast near the spot where Maryland and Virginia begin to touch. The National Park Service safeguards the 37-mile island’s varied ecosystem, in which wild horses brought there by 17th-century colonists still trot freely near the salt marsh. In 2009, a trio of college pals made it their mission to introduce nature enthusiasts to this dynamic wilderness. After Tom Simon, Neil Nimrichter, and Dale Barber left The Ohio State University with degrees in environmental science and adventure recreation, the friends were drawn to Assateague’s complexity and coastal beauty as a spot to begin their careers. Today, their company, SuperFun Eco Tours, leads customers on various kayaking explorations of the island’s wonders, quenching theirs and their customers’ thirst for adventure by exploring the areas of the island accessible only by boat or human catapult.

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Tandem Skydiving and with Souvenir T-Shirt for One or Two from DC Skydiving Center in Warrenton (51% Off)

Packing a parachute is not unlike packing a bag lunch: it’s a bummer when your mom puts old ham in either one. Enjoy a fresh pack with this Groupon.


Choose Between Two Options


  • $159 for a tandem skydiving session in a two-person plane ($299 value) with a souvenir T-shirt ($25 value) for one (a $324 value)
  • $315 for a tandem skydiving session with souvenir T-shirts for two (a $648 value)

After launching from the private plane’s side door, skydivers free fall at speeds of up to 120 miles per hour while strapped into a parachute with an experienced instructor. Once instructors deploy the chute, the duo gently drifts to the ground. During the 40-second dive and 7-minute descent with parachute deployed, eyes enjoy panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, lakes, and rolling forests, as well as the capitol skyline.


DC Skydiving Center


The pilots at DC Skydiving Center fly to heights of up to 2 miles before divers of all skill levels hurl themselves from the plane’s side door. Before they ever leave the ground, though, students receive a safety briefing and thorough explanation of the jump process. The center’s instructors specialize in calming the jitters of newbie divers by strapping in with them on tandem dives, but they also regularly shed single tears as more experienced adrenaline junkies pull out their own parachute at the culminating point of accelerated free-fall programs. Once in the air, the small aircraft’s large, panoramic windows grant breathtaking views of the capitol skyline and Blue Ridge Mountains, all of which are captured on RVT video by instructors on the descent.

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If 50 People Donate $10, Then Downtown Sailing Center Can Provide a Sailing Experience for 10 Youth with Disabilities

The Issue: Barriers to Recreation for Kids with Disabilities


In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, kids’ recreational activities such as summer camps across the country have added accommodations to allow children with special needs to participate. However, even with improved physical access, the high costs of medicine, equipment, home care, and education often put a financial strain on the parents of children with disabilities, preventing them from being able to afford such activities.


The Campaign: Sailing Experience for Youth with Disabilities


If this Grassroots campaign raises $500, then Downtown Sailing Center can provide a three-hour sailing experience for 10 children with disabilities selected from Lollipop Kids Foundation. Each additional $500 will fund a sailing experience for 10 more youth. Each experience will include one-on-one instruction on a water course, using small boats that are manageable for those with limited mobility. After the training period, children take the reins and sail on their own, touring the harbor or participating in fun races. Family members can also sail with participants, or choose to watch from land instead.


You can follow the progress of this and other Grassroots campaigns at the Groupon Grassroots website.


Downtown Sailing Center


Downtown Sailing Center (DSC) aims to open up access to sailing through instruction, summer camps for youth, and a fleet of community boats. Its adult and youth boating programming promotes inclusive recreation for people who may face limited opportunities for this kind of activity because of disability or socioeconomic disadvantage. Over the course of a season, more than 1,000 people take to the water with the help of DSC volunteers and staff, who are specially trained to accommodate special needs. The boats at the DSC were specially designed so that they cannot capsize, allowing people with disabilities to sail safely.

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$27 for a mani-pedi at Paradise Salon and Day Spa
Sometimes trying to navigate the latest trends is more than we can take. (What, exactly, does one wear with tangerine skinny jeans?) In times of fashion overload, we try out trends on the smaller scale. And today’s Save from Paradise Salon and Day Spa is the perfect chance to sample something new with your nails.

Here’s the deal: $27 for a nail-strengthening protein treatment manicure and a floral sugar scrub pedicure

Tough as nails: Weak and weary nails will enjoy an instant pick-me-up with the protein treatment manicure. First, they get a boost from the Duri Rejuvacote nail growth system to heal and strengthen battered nail beds, followed by a hand massage and fresh coat of polish for a fabulous finish.

Pampered piggies: Paradise’s custom-blended sugar scrub, featuring lavender, rose and lemongrass essential oils, will smooth and moisturize tough, tired toes. Plus, Arvis specializes in reflexology, so you can expect some extra-relaxing massage techniques with your exfoliating scrub.

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$25 for a Discover Scuba Diving class + an underwater image from Blu Water Scuba
Whether you’re biking along the C&O Canal or hiking in Great Falls, you’re such a landlubber when it comes to weekend adventures. Shake things up and experience a deeper side of life by diving into today’s Save from Blu Water Scuba.

Here’s the deal: $25 for a two-hour scuba class plus an underwater digital photo

Learning curve: This family-friendly Discover Scuba Diving class teaches the basics of scuba diving in the safety of shallow water. You’ll see what scuba equipment feels like, find out what it’s like to breathe underwater, and learn skills and rules that will carry over to your full scuba certification if you choose to take the next step.

Gear up: All the scuba equipment you need — including a mask, fins, snorkel, scuba tank and regulator — will be provided. Just bring a bathing suit and towel.

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$29 for a 60-minute custom massage or $45 for a 90-minute custom massage from AMB Massage
$39 for $100 worth of custom framing from The Great Frame Up
$129 for a two-day cooking camp for kids or teens at Jeanette Warne Catering
Despite all evidence to the contrary, you had kind of hoped that after a few years of diapers and temper tantrums, your brood would grow up to become a band of happy household helpers. A “Snow White” situation of sorts. But if you’re the only one whistling while you work, it might be time to get those kids off the couch and into the kitchen for some culinary fun, brought to you by today’s Save for Jeanette Warne Catering.

Here’s the deal: $129 for a two-day cooking camp for kids or teens

Kids who cook: The kid’s camp takes place over two full days and features four fun workshops—spring and egg rolling, cake-in-a-cup, pasta making and pie-in-a-jar.

Junior chefs: Teens tackle more advanced cooking techniques in two afternoons under Jeanette’s tutelage. Basic pastry-making skills, including bench work and rolling, and basic culinary methods, like knife safety and sauce-making, turn your teen into a real sweet (and savory) kitchen pro.

Reserve your spot: Reserve your child’s spot in your camp of choice online — just submit your voucher number and information here.

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$39 for a Swedish or deep tissue massage at Caressence
Unless your sweetie’s favorite pastime is giving you hour-long massages (in which case we applaud you and would like to know where you found him), your muscles are probably in need of some pampering. Treat yourself to today’s Save for a blissful Caressence Therapeutic Massage and bid adieu to aches, pains and stress.

Here’s the deal: $39 for an hour-long Swedish or deep tissue massage

Why you knead it: You may be familiar with the feel-good effects of a Swedish or deep tissue session, but did you know regular massage can help manage stress and anxiety, control blood pressure and boost immunity? Buy up to two Saves for yourself for a double dose of benefits.

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Today’s Save: $10 for $20 worth of all-natural bath and body products from ACTZ Cosmetics
Today’s Save: $13 for a Perfect Solutions 8-in-1 light-up screwdriver, shipping included
***By purchasing this Save on Eversave.com, you are purchasing the actual product and not a voucher or coupon to redeem the product.

You will provide your shipping address during checkout on Eversave and your Perfect Solutions Screwdriver will be automatically shipped to the address provided.

Fumbling for keys while carrying grocery bags; transporting six lattes back to the office without spilling — oh, the times we’ve wished for a third arm. Well, thanks to today’s Save for an 8-in-1 screwdriver, making repairs around the house isn’t one of them. (Although at half off, you could certainly say we’re lending you a hand.)

Here’s the deal: $13 for a Perfect Solutions 8-in-1 light-up screwdriver

See the difference: An ultra-bright LED beam shines directly where you’re working, while a built-in, triple-bulb flashlight illuminates dark spaces.

No-fuss fixing: No need to haul out the whole tool box — this handy, compact screwdriver features a reversible mini-driver and seven additional Phillips driver heads that flip out from the handle for easy access.

How can you Save?

    1. Click “Buy Now.”
    2. Enter your shipping information during Eversave checkout.
    3. We’ll automatically ship the screwdriver to the shipping address provided.
    4. Enjoy!

$479 for a four-night, all-inclusive stay at Sunset Lagoon in Cancun
***Redeem by calling 1-866-962-1233: Reservations may be made beginning at 12 p.m. EST one day after your purchase on Eversave.

You’ll never forget that birthday when you finally got that Barbie Power Wheels jeep — and the accompanying disappointment that batteries weren’t included. (Dad still feels guilty!) Fortunately, today’s Save from Cancun’s Sunset Lagoon has both lusted-after appeal and an all-for-one price tag. And did we mention that it’s 65% off? Yep, sounds like the perfect present to us!

Here’s the deal: $479 for a four-night stay for two in a junior suite, with all meals, drinks, taxes and gratuities included

Cancun at your doorstep: Nestled between the meandering canals and mangrove trees of Nichupt Lagoon, this 177-room resort places you in the heart of Cancun’s famous Hotel Zone, within walking distance to popular night clubs, cafs and shopping.

Action-packed adventure: Learn to scuba dive, take a guided bike tour, or enjoy a yoga class — with so many included activities, you’ll never want to leave… except, of course, to check out sister resort Sunset Royal and all of her amenities via the free shuttle.

Wind-down time: A relaxing treatment from on-site Ya’ax Ch Spa could be just what the doctor ordered — though a frozen cocktail by the pool sounds equally as curative. How about both?

Today’s Save: $18 for an Optimus LCD digital picture frame + free shipping
***By purchasing this Save on Eversave.com, you are purchasing the actual product and not a voucher or coupon to redeem the product.

You will provide your shipping address during checkout on Eversave and your Optimus LCD digital picture frame will be automatically shipped to the address provided.

Thinking back to that two-week trip to Italy, you’ve never felt closer to your family — except maybe when hovering uncomfortably around the digital camera, re-living the highlights. Take a few steps back and display your fondest memories more conveniently with a little help from today’s picture-perfect Save.

Here’s the deal: $18 for an Optimus 3.5-inch LCD digital picture frame in red or pink

It’s a snap: Pop your memory card into the side of the frame, then use the simple button controls to scroll through your photos and rotate images.

End table essential: Whether you choose to display one favorite (holding up the Tower of Pisa, perhaps?) or select the slideshow setting to shuffle through the bunch, this eye-catching frame is one piece of dcor that never gets dull.

How can you Save?

    1. Click “Buy Now.”
    2. Enter your shipping information during Eversave checkout.
    3. We’ll automatically ship the picture frame to the shipping address provided.
    4. Enjoy!

Autumn on the Emerald Isle: $1,299 per person for a six-night Ireland vacation + round-trip airfare from New York-JFK
***Redeem by calling 800-221-0924: Reservations may be made beginning at 12 p.m. EST one day after your purchase on Eversave.

If your thirst for adventure reaches beyond a Guinness on the patio, it’s time to say, “Slainte” to today’s Save from Sceptre Tours$1,299 per person for a six-night, self-drive Ireland tour, with departures Sunday through Thursday, September 9 to October 31.

Your getaway includes:

  • All taxes
  • Round-trip airfare between New York-JFK and Dublin (+$25 from Boston or +$50 from Chicago)
  • Six nights of standard room accommodations in Irish hotels
  • Standard shift economy-class car rental for duration of stay

The itinerary: Spend the days driving and touring the Emerald Isle as you wish — we’ve lined up a circuit of luxurious accommodations where you can rest your head after a long day of adventuring:
Day 1: Depart from U.S., overnight flight to Dublin
Day 2: Stay at Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa, County Meath
Day 3-4: Overnight at Lough Eske Castle Hotel & Spa, County Donegal
Day 5-6: Stay at g Hotel, County Galway
Day 7: Overnight at Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel, Dublin
Day 8: Depart Dublin airport for U.S.

What to do: Check out this guide to all things Ireland. Our top 5? The Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, Newgrange, Donegal Castle, Cliffs of Moher, and Connemara Region of Galway.

Today’s Save: $34 for a 20 x 20 Instagram canvas print from PixWraps + free shipping!
***Redeem Online: The codes will be valid immediately after your purchase on Eversave.

No matter how color-coordinated your outfits, the family portrait is always one sullen kindergartener away from a lifetime at the back of the mantel. But that shot of the kids peacefully napping on Rufus — barely snapped with your smartphone before the cat woke them up? Perfection. Make sure your best shots (no matter how you took them) are the ones making the frames with today’s Save from PixWraps.

Here’s the deal: $34 for a 20 x 20 wrapped Instagram canvas print

How PixWraps works: The process is a cinch:

    1. Purchase today’s Save, and use your unique voucher code when checking out at PixWraps.
    2. Complete your order for the 20 x 20 canvas and locate your PixWraps order number.
    3. Provide this order number and your Instagram sharing URL in the image uploader form.
    4. PixWraps artists will make sure your photo meets pixel standards (at least 180 dpi) and will carefully print your photo onto canvas.
    5. Enjoy!

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$20 for Race Registration for One Person with a T-Shirt at Gorilla Challenge ($60 Value)
$20 for $40 to Spend on Beauty Products and More at BeautyClub.net ($40 Value)
Beauty may only be skin deep, but really — who cares what your spleen looks like when you’ve got those incredible cheekbones to doll up? Get head-to-toe hot with today’s deal from BeautyClub.net: Pay $20 and get $40 to spend online, excluding shipping costs. BeautyClub offers daily deals on an exclusive and diverse selection of designer and brand-name cosmetics, hair products, and fashions that have already been discounted up to 60% off the retail price. Trends-with-benefits include established and emerging brands like Kiehl’s, La Prairie, Bumble and bumble., Clinique, and Moroccanoil, as well as natural herbal beauty-boosting supplements from Pure Body and Vital Cleanse. With a carefully selected inventory of lifestyle and home décor accessories, too, you can make sure your home’s interior is as awesome as your exterior — and because most in-stock items ship within 24 to 48 hours, you won’t have to wait forever to become a thing of beauty.
$40 for $80 to Spend on Swimwear at SwimSpot ($80 Value)
$85 for $170 to Spend on Home Décor at Rugs USA ($170 Value)
$5 for 20-Page 6×8-Inch Photo Book at Winkiwoo ($15 Value)
$10 for One-Year Subscription to Dwell Magazine at Dwell Magazine ($20 Value)
$34 for One-Year Subscription to Us Weekly at Us Weekly ($69 Value)
$20 for Four Activity Kits & Four Replacement Paper Rolls at Doodle Roll ($41 Value)
The Dead Sea Scrolls may provide valuable insight into past civilizations, but you’re looking to make something else ancient history: your child’s boredom. Pick up a modern-day scroll to keep your little scribe busy, courtesy of today’s deal: For $20, you’ll get four Doodle Roll packages — each with a 30-foot-long, six-inch wide roll of paper and eight premium double-sided crayons for twice the colors — plus four replacement paper rolls and included shipping within the continental US (a $41 value). Or, pay $32 (regularly $64) and get all this plus four smaller Doodle Roll packages, each with a 15-foot-long, four-inch wide roll of paper; crayons; and four replacement paper rolls. With its compact package and safe, easy-to-tear paper, this portable and versatile activity kit makes on-the-go fun a breeze for ages 3 and up — no wonder it’s received plenty of praise from Parenting and Dr. Toy. Whether you’re killing time during a long car ride or waiting in the doctor’s lobby, your child can draw a picture, write a story, or challenge you to a game of tic-tac-toe. That’s what we call getting your creative kid on a roll.

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$35 for Two Online Microsoft Excel Training Courses at Udemy ($198 Value)
$25 for $50 to Spend on Wall Graphics at Fathead.com ($50 Value)
$55 for Auto Detailing Package at Next Level Handwash Carwash ($130 Value)
$29 for DNA Self-Discovery Kit at ConnectMyDNA ($90 Value)
$99 for Prep Work and Two Coats of Paint for One Room at X-press Painting & General Contracting ($375 Value)
$10 for Customized 20-Page Hardcover Photo Book at Picaboo ($40 Value)
They say a good book is like a good friend: It’ll make you laugh, cry, and you can always pick up where you left off. But what if that book is customized, filled with photos of friends and family, and costs just $10? Today’s deal from Picaboo is your new BFF: Pay $10 and receive a 20-page 8.5×11 Classic Custom hardcover photo book (a $40 value), or pay $20 for an 11×14 version (a $60 value). Start by choosing from a variety of professionally designed themes — such as wedding, travel, or baby — then drag and drop your photos and captions anywhere on the page. Choose from a wide variety of beautiful backgrounds, page layouts, and fonts to make your pages truly unique, then finish with a customized cover in a variety of designs and colors. It’s the best friend money can buy — for less than half the price.
$69 for Diamond Ultrasonic Toothbrush at Bling Dental Products ($219 Value)
$10 for Three-Month Membership at Archives.com ($20 Value)
Getting in touch with your roots takes more than a shovel. Begin digging into your family’s history with today’s deal: Pay $10 for a three-month membership to Archives.com (a $20 value). This easy-to-use site collects more than 2.1 billion domestic and international records all in one place, including US census data, newspapers, birth records, obituaries, marriage announcements, and more dating as far back as the 1700s. Your membership lets you access them all, allowing you to unearth your family tree, save scans and images of vital records, and even connect with long-lost living relatives. Search by married and maiden name, geographic location, and date — with Archives’ simple tools, you can do a lot more than scratch the surface of your family’s history.
$10 for $20 to Spend on Food and Drink at The Corned Beef Factory ($20 Value)
When you find yourself in a real pickle, sometimes the best thing to set you straight are some serious sourkrout of this world eats. Hunker down with some authentic deli nosh with today’s deal: Pay $10 for $20 to spend on food and drink at The Corned Beef Factory. This New York style deli prides itself on a high quality produce, excellent customer service, and a classic delicatessen menu. (Corned beef) hash out your problems over The Factory Special sandwich — brimming with corned beef, roast beef, Swiss cheese, and mustard on three pieces of toasted rye, or dive into a classic triple-decker club sandwich piled high with turkey, bacon, American cheese, lettuce, and tomato. With locations in Baltimore on Eastern Avenue, and in Cockeysville on Cranbrook Road, this deal will leave you with a rye smile — without having to drop a lot of sourdough.
$15 for One Month of Unlimited Yoga Classes at Charm City Yoga ($30 Value)
$49 for 18 Holes of Golf and Unlimited Range Balls at Man O’ War Golf Course ($99 Value)
$275 for One-Hour Airplane Tour for Up to Four People at 1World Aero ($560 Value)
Baltimore County: $20 for Two-Hour Kayak Rental at Ultimate Watersports ($40 Value)
Baltimore County: $99 for PhotoFacial at Dr. Dean Kane from the Center For Cosmetic Surgery & Medi-Spa ($375 Value)
Baltimore County: $99 for Three Laser Hair-Removal Treatments at Bala Aesthetics & Medispa ($594 Value)
Baltimore County: $49 for Lifetime Family Kids Club Membership at Charm City Kids Club ($99 Value)
We spend most of our 20s trying to get into the cool clubs, but today you can get your child access to the Studio 54 of play with this deal from Charm City Kids Club: $49 will get you a lifetime family membership (regularly $99) to the club. Not only will you be able to sign Junior up for discounted classes, discounted camps, discounted events, and even some free events, you’ll also receive 30 days of free play; six additional passes to play town (good for kids up to 6); 10% off birthday parties; invitations to members-only events; coupons; and loads of other perks. Also, if you take a class, your little one will get free play in the play town for the duration of the class. Or, if you’re in need of somewhere for your tyke to spend school-free summer days, hand over $67 (regularly $135) for three months of unlimited play, valid June, July, and August of this year. This Lutherville play zone is run by two area mothers and is designed to be fun and safe for toddlers through age 6; plus, there are classes for kids up to age 10. Fool the financial doormen—with this deal you can go from the world of burly bouncers to the land of youthful bouncing joy in a simple click.

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$99 for 1 Year of Unlimited Junk Removal, Including Labor, Transportation and Disposal Fee from Mover & Junk Remover ($3,200 Value)










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$99 for 1 Year of Unlimited Junk Removal, Including Labor, Transportation and Disposal Fee from Mover & Junk Remover ($3,200 Value)

If your girlfriend’s new Feng Shui demands mean your oversized Chewbacca mannequin must be evicted from the living room, summon the hauling experts with today’s Dealfind: $99 for 1 Year of Unlimited Junk Removal, Including Labor, Transportation and Disposal Fee from Mover & Junk Remover ($3,200 Value).

Trust experienced workers at Mover & Junk Remover who use brawn and dedication to satisfy customer needs and get rid of any unwanted clutter. Handling a variety of moving concerns for houses, apartments and more, these diligent workers will clear away all that excessively-sized memorabilia that’s taking up space. With an entire year’s worth of service offered through one easy purchase, this deal is just what you need to remove that lingering clutter. Opt for a tidy and organized space that lifts your spirits, and make your special someone happy too. Call today to book an appointment.





$19 for a Stock Market Trading Course by ProTradingProfits.com ($199 Value)










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$19 for a Stock Market Trading Course by ProTradingProfits.com ($199 Value)

$19 for a Stock Market Trading Course by ProTradingProfits.com ($199 Value).

There’s no doubt that you work hard to earn your money, which is exactly why it’s time to seize a deal that gives you the know-how to turn your money into sustainable earnings by mastering the nuances of the stock market. With informed instructors and practical advice, ProTradingProfits.com gives you the awareness you need to follow equity securities trends, trade commodities, analyze individual companies based on P/E ratio, and much more, all aimed at helping you turn your paycheck into a long-term nest egg.

Designed to be accessible and comprehensible to beginners, this deal from ProTradingProfits.com makes it easy to increase your expertise when it comes to global finance, and use that new-found wisdom to your fiscal advantage. Seize this exclusive opportunity today and get on the path to minding your riches and you enriching your mind.





$59 for a 1 Month Diet and Nutrition Program at Physicians Weight Loss Centers ($398 Value)










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$59 for a 1 Month Diet and Nutrition Program at Physicians Weight Loss Centers ($398 Value)

If being mistaken for a doughy half-piping snowman during your last trip to the Alps has made you question your full-bodied physique, focus on a build more suited for the beach with today’s Dealfind: $59 for a 1 Month Diet and Nutrition Program at Physicians Weight Loss Centers ($398 Value).

Combining years of expertise in fitness and dieting regimens, the knowledgeable staff of consultants at Physicians Weight Loss Centers will work to design a feasible diet plan that assists in keeping your health on track. Drafting a program that is oriented towards healthier caloric intake, these professionals make encouraging allies in your mission to leave behind the abominable embarrassment.

Whether you’re after that desirable hourglass figure or just hope to add more nutrition to your meals, Physicians Wight Loss Centers’ consultants will give you the knowledge you need to maximize your energy and minimize the negative perception surrounding your figure. Call today and get moving towards that fabulous looking new you.





$49 for a 1500 Thread Count Equivalent Brushed Microfiber Sheet Set in Any Size, Including Tax and Shipping from GizmosX (Up to $99 Value)










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$49 for a 1500 Thread Count Equivalent Brushed Microfiber Sheet Set in Any Size, Including Tax and Shipping from GizmosX (Up to $99 Value)

$49 for a 1500 Thread Count Equivalent Brushed Microfiber Sheet Set in Any Size, Including Tax and Shipping from GizmosX (Up to $99 Value).

While your makeshift bed seemed fine in college, you’re finding it harder and harder to tempt an overnight guest with your race car sheets. Ditch the dingy look and start betting on your bedding with this excellent sheet set. Now you can drift off to dreamland in superior style. Designed for exquisite comfort and style, these brushed microfiber sheets are the equivalent of 1500 thread count and look as luxurious as they feel. This set includes one flat sheet, one fitted sheet, and two pillowcases.

If you’re looking to update your bedroom from a place to crash to a den of love, look no further than this beautiful bedding. Whether your bedroom is subtly sophisticated or stylishly sexy, this is a bedroom must-have for you. Experience luxury sheets for your cozy bed and spend every night in maximum comfort.





$49 for a Clip-Free Professional Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Iron with Lifetime Warranty, Including Taxes and Shipping from KOR Hair International ($200 Value)










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$49 for a Clip-Free Professional Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Iron with Lifetime Warranty, Including Taxes and Shipping from KOR Hair International ($200 Value)

$49 for a Clip-Free Professional Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Iron with Lifetime Warranty, Including Taxes and Shipping from KOR Hair International ($200 Value).

When it comes to achieving a polished, sleek look there’s no need to head to the salon before every big night out. Instead, experience elegance from the comfort of your home with this must-have beauty accessory. This top-quality curling iron will quickly and beautifully transform your hair with ease. The non-slip handle makes it easy to grip, and the heated element achieves its desired temperature quickly and expertly maintains it, meaning you can get glamorous and go.

Don’t waste time and money when there’s a much easier path to a fantastic coif. You’ll wonder how you ever lived without this everyday beauty boost. Turn heads with your amazing hair by ordering the Clip-Free Professional Tourmaline Ceramic Curling Iron from KOR Hair International today.





$39 for a 60 Minute Full Body Combination Massage Performed by a Licensed Massage Therapist, Including Insurance Receipt at Natural Oasis Body Massage ($85 Value)










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$39 for a 60 Minute Full Body Combination Massage Performed by a Licensed Massage Therapist, Including Insurance Receipt at Natural Oasis Body Massage ($85 Value)

If building that pirate ship tree house for the kids took quite the toll on your back, take sail with professional assistance and make stressed muscles walk the plank with today’s Dealfind: $39 for a 60 Minute Full Body Combination Massage Performed by a Licensed Massage Therapist, Including Insurance Receipt at Natural Oasis Body Massage ($85 Value).

Walk the streets or cruise the high seas with a renewed disposition and confidence to stand tall after a session from Natural Oasis Body Massage. Staffed by dedicated wellness experts that deliver a signature style, combining helpful techniques from a range of approaches for a one-of-a-kind method, this institution serves as a valuable ally in your search for improved spirits.

Whether hours of hammering have left you with kinks or you just feel like pampering yourself at a first-rate center for relaxation, this offer makes it easy to focus on getting your knots kneaded and encourages a sensation of restoration. Call today to book your first appointment. 





$39 for a 5 Exterior Window and Gutter Cleaning Package for Your Home from K&R Construction Company ($175 Value)










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$39 for a 5 Exterior Window and Gutter Cleaning Package for Your Home from K&R Construction Company ($175 Value)

If moss and rotten leaves isn’t exactly the wardrobe ensemble you want your house sporting when you host guests for summer barbecues, tidy up your abode with today’s Dealfind: $39 for a 5 Exterior Window and Gutter Cleaning Package for Your Home from K&R Construction Company ($175 Value).

Falling leaves may be an endearing sign of beautiful fall foliage, but having them cluster up in your gutter really lessens the visual appeal of your place. Reverse the unsightly trend by getting your home polished with the help of K& R Construction. This institution is proud to get your gutters gunk-free and will help you have a home you’re happy to call your own. In addition, they’ll spruce up five of your windows, both inside and out. Ensure your castle shines this summer with a visit from this helpful handyman service.





$99 for 1 Night Niagara Falls NY Escape for 2 People, Including $50 for the Slots at Seneca Niagara Casino, $30 Spa Credit and $20 for TGI Friday’s at the Sheraton At The Falls (Up to $259 Value)










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$99 for 1 Night Niagara Falls NY Escape for 2 People, Including $50 for the Slots at Seneca Niagara Casino, $30 Spa Credit and $20 for TGI Friday’s at the Sheraton At The Falls (Up to $259 Value).

Just a quick three-minute drive from the Rainbow Bridge to Canada, this beautiful Niagara Falls, New York hotel offers an unrivaled location and the perfect opportunity for both Americans and Canadians to enjoy the gorgeous scenery, and luxurious amenities at this border location. Grab that special someone and embark on a romantic trip to this tourist paradise for a fun and exciting getaway.

Enjoy the modern décor and comfortable accommodations the Sheraton At The Falls Hotel has to offer. You can squeeze in a quick workout at the on-site fitness facilities, or indulge in a beautiful morning jog before coming back to the hotel for a dip in the indoor pool to cool down and refresh. You’re also encouraged to take advantage of the free Wi-Fi access, which allows for easy scouting of nearby attractions for planning out the day’s activities, and staying in touch with loved one’s back home on your portable devices.

If it’s your first time to Niagara, there’s no other experience like the legendary Maid of the Mist boat tour to give you an up-close-and-personal look at this naturally occurring wonder. You can also enjoy the spectacular view from the famous Niagara Falls State Park and Observation Tower which encompasses over 400 acres of lush park land and an unrivaled view. Then, make use of your $50 credit for the slots at the popular Seneca Niagara Casino, home to countless slot machines, table games, delicious dining choices, and exciting concerts and shows. Other local attractions include the Aquarium of Niagara and popular Fashion Outlets Niagara Falls USA.

With a diverse range of popular cuisines and renowned local restaurants nearby, there’s no shortage of options when it comes to whetting your appetite. The hotel also offers a convenient, on-site Starbucks where you can grab a quick morning coffee to start your day, as well as a TGI Fridays where you can spend your $20 dining credit on a delicious dinner with the one you love. Whether it’s your first time at the Falls, or you’re just looking for a break from stressful city life, this one-of-a-kind location is sure to provide you with the much-needed relaxation and memorable experience you’ve been craving.





$12 for 3 Nail Tattoo Kits – a $24 Value

Forget boring old manicures, tattoos are the latest craze in fingernail art. They’re temporary, of course, but once you try them you’ll never go back. Nail tattoos are easy to apply and easy to take off. Choose from on-trend patterns and seasonal designs. These amazing products are great for your fingers or toes.

Best of all, the wide variety of colors within each tattoo kit gives you the option to wear them as subtle or out there as you want.

Plum Steal: $15 for $30 Worth of Loose Leaf Tea

Like this offer? Buy it now – starting Sunday 5/13 it’ll become a Plum Steal and you won’t be able to buy it with Plum Dollars or promo codes.

You have so many cups of coffee a day, you’re feeling like you’re on a roller coaster. You’re faced with an energy crash faster than you can chug down another mug-full.

You’ll retire your coffee pot with this offer for 11:11 Emporium. The website offers endless varieties of tea, jam-packed with antioxidants, flavor, and long-lasting energy. Drinking tea hot or cold is a great way to recharge and cleanse your body and mind. 11:11 Emporium provides clear, colorful photos of their loose-leaf teas and detailed descriptions of their flavors and benefits, so you’ll easily find your new favorite beverage for morning, day, and night!

$25 for $50 Worth of Olive Oil + More from The Olive Press

Even the beginner cooks know how important the right olive oil is to any meal creation.

And when it comes to the best of the best – we always choose The Olive Press. They make fresh California extra virgin and citrus-crushed olive oil, along with artisan olive oils, and so much more. Choose from sampler packs, Mother’s Day gifts, bath and body products, and even great stuff for the pantry. The selection is endless, and everything in it exudes an unbeatable quality.

Snag today’s offer and double your money towards anything from The Olive Press. It’s the easiest decision you’ll ever make.

$25-$75 for Summer Camp at Thrill-O-Rama – Up to $150 Value

This summer, give your child a thrill! The day camps at Thrill-O-Rama are jam-packed with invigorating play, challenging puzzles, giggle-inducing games, and tons of fist-pumping fun.

Kids ages 5-12 will be both intellectually stimulated and physically inspired as they bounce, play, and work in teams to solve problems. This is brain candy, disguised as a fun-filled summer camp!

Thrill-O-Rama summer camps are held June 11 – August 10, 2012 (excluding July 4, 2012) and run Monday through Friday from 8am-4:30pm.

Choose from two offers today!

  • $25 for a full day (8 hours) of camp – a $50 value
  • $75 for 1 week of camp (full days) – a $150 value

Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at camp for $5 a day.

Plum Steal: $10 for $20 worth of Frozen Treats at Rita’s Italian Ice

Put the sweltering summer heat on ice! Delicious Italian Ice, that is! At Rita’s, you can choose from a huge list of fun flavors of this smooth and fruity treat, made fresh daily! Think Raspberry Lemonade, Kiwi-Strawberry, Georgia Peach, Florida Orange…even rich flavors like Chocolate Peanut Butter!

If you prefer a creamier treat, try Rita’s Cream Ices or Old-Fashioned Custards!

Today’s offer nabs you a $20 punch card to use at the Rita’s locations in Columbia, for just $10.

$29 for 12 months of eMeals Meal Planning – a $58 Value

Take the stress out of meal planning with a little help from eMeals. This unique company takes the guess work out of how to plan your weekly meals and does all the work for you.

Dinnertime is the one time of the day we get to de-compress and connect with one another.  eMeals menus are designed around family-friendly and simple recipes with generous portions to help you make dinner happen the easy way. eMeals provides more than 30 meal plan options that include a shopping list and where possible are tied to weekly grocery store sales.  Whether you desire natural and organic, gluten-free or family classic, there are a variety of meal plans to please everyone’s palette. eMeals is the easy way to budget your money, save your precious time, and enjoy a delicious meal week after week.

$40-$90 For Playtimes, Camps, and more at Jump-N-Art – Up to $185 Value

2012: The summer of bounce!

Kids will love to jump and play all day at Pump It Up. Their Jump-N-Art Camps are designed to let kids explore their physical and creative energies, combining exploration of the arts with jumping and playing on Pump It Up’s collection of inflatables. Choose from three sessions of camp, all with different creative themes:

  • July 16 – July 20 (Zoo Adventures)
  • July 30 – August 3 (Prehistoric Adventures)
  • August 13 – August 17 (Creepy, Crawly Critters)

Camps run Monday-Friday, from 9am-4pm. Snacks are provided, but campers need to bring their own lunch (peanut-free, please!)

Register for camp through Plum District and you’ll also get 5 pop-in playtimes at Pump It Up! Or, if camp’s not your child’s thing, you can also purchase 10 pop-in playtimes to use at your leisure!

 

$15 for $30 Worth of Products from Simply Pure

Young skin is naturally sensitive – so why not care for it naturally? The products from Simply Pure were designed by a conscientious Mom who was inspired by her struggle to heal her son’s itchy, flaky skin.

These gentle and effective skin and haircare products are perfect for your medicine cabinet stock of lotions, shampoos, and salves. Simply Pure’s products contain no harmful ingredients and are never tested on animals. They keep Mom and Mother Earth healthy and safe.

Plum Steal: Half Off Custom Invitations and Digital Files at Love B&P Designs

We’ve found the cutest, most fabulous way to show someone you love that you’re thinking of them! We’re serious… these cards are drop.dead.adorable!

Love B&P Designs makes the cutest custom invitations and cards. You’ll want to throw a party just so you can send out the delightful invites! With today’s offers you can opt for stationery or two custom digital files that you can print out right in the comfort of your home!

$25 for BronzedBerry Mobile Spray Tanning Services – a $44 Value

Golden, glowing skin is a sure sign that warmer weather is taking charge. But you’re a busy Mom – spending an afternoon lolling around on the beach or lounging poolside isn’t often an option. Enter: BronzedBerry, the spray tanning service that comes to you at home!

All you need to do to get a natural-looking airbrush tan is call BronzedBerry. Their Classic Glow service uses an organic solution that’s designed to give you that perfect hint of color from head to toe. Pick the level of tone you’d like, and relax!

$29 for a Personalized Duffel Bag from Whyte House Monograms – a $58 Value

Life’s short, so why have plain old and dreadfully dull accessories when you can take the cute and stylish road? For only $29, fall in love with a new personalized duffel from Whyte House Monograms.

These duffel bags are perfect for weekend trips, hitting the gym (in style!), or carrying your sunny-day supplies to the beach or pool! These make a perfect gift for a not-a-kid-anymore kid who’s off to college!

With today’s offer, you’ll get to personalize your bag with a monogram in the font of your choice, and fabric featuring stripes, polka dots, or zebra print.

$25-$35 for Skin Care Treatments at Face 2 Face – Up to $70 Value

A great facial can be like a workout for your face – it tightens and smooths your skin into peak condition, leaving you looking healthier and, yes, happier. Add a peel to the mix and, wow – look at how you glow.

Shape it up, Hot Mama, with today’s offers from Face 2 Face! Their personalized, gentle treatments will help refine and improve your skin’s tone and elasticity. Choose from two offers today:

  • $25 for a Glycolic Peel – $50 value
  • $35 for a 60-minute facial (choose from European, Acne, or Sensitive Skin) 

$20 for $40 Worth of Food and Drink at Venegas Prime Filet

Let the kids enjoy their PB&J, Mom.  Sneak away for the afternoon or evening with a couple of your girlfriends and indulge in culinary bliss at Venegas Prime Filet.

Your ladies’ luncheon has never been so easy to agree on!  Your gal pals will be so appreciative when you get this offer for $20 for $40 worth of food and drink at Venegas Prime Filet. With a variety of fresh, colorful salads, cheesy and zesty appetizers, and mouth-watering steaks and entrees cooked to perfection, everyone will find something on the menu to satisfy her taste buds. So much fun for the ladies who lunch…or brunch…or munch (on dinner)…

$39 for a 1-Hour Massage (Swedish or Deep Tissue) OR Reflexology – a $90 Value

It’s high time moms start pampering themselves. They cook, they clean, they do laundry, they work — the list goes on and on … and on. Moms are waitresses, nurses, wives, and so much more to their families. If this is you, stop procrastinating and start pampering yourself. You deserve it.

Today’s offer for a 1-hour Swedish or deep tissue massage, or a reflexology session, will be a treat that will make you feel great for the rest of the week. Don’t be afraid to carve out a little time for yourself.

$110 for 5-Day Weight Loss Products and Coaching

You know those ladies who can stare an ooey, gooey chocolatey temptation in the face and instead reach calmly for a carrot? Neither do we.

Rewarding your hard work with a cupcake can be really satisfying. But jump-starting a plan to help you lose weight and balance your diet? That’ll ultimately feel better than 10 cupcakes.

This offer from Tara Hantske is designed to begin resetting your body, curbing your cravings and helping you to start dropping pounds. For $110, you’ll get 15 Nutrimeal shakes, 10 Nutrition bars, 5 days of the highest-rated nutritional supplements, daily emails a program guide, and personalized coaching that can help you go for your weight loss goals. You can do it! Tara Hantske will help.

Plum Steal: $12 for $24 Worth of Frozen Yogurt and More at SoYo

The summer heat is creeping its way up the thermostat. It’s time to chill out, Mom.

Enjoying tasty frozen yogurt, smoothies and bubble tea at Soyo is an instant cool down. SoYo offers a variety of unique flavors made with organic milk and an endless assortment of fresh toppings that the whole family will love. Or sip a fruity smoothie or refreshing bubble tea to rehydrate and refuel to get out and play. Don’t let the heat slow you down. SoYo’s chill factor makes it the perfect afternoon treat, with or without the kids!

Pole Dance is the new feminine approach to fitness
Start Your Journey to a New You. …Pole dancing is the most fun you’ll ever have while exercising!

Students enjoy muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular, and flexbility benefits…not to mention increased self-confidence!

Never before has fun and fitness been brought together so seamlessly!

Release your inner diva
A Pole New You is the Frederick area’s original source for pole dancing fitness, which is sweeping the nation as the most revolutionary workout for women today. As seen on Oprah, A Current Affair, The View, 60 Minutes, 20/20, ABC News, and Fox News, just to name a few, pole dancing for everyday women is growing in popularity. Combine the grace of a ballerina and the strength and acrobatic abilities of a gymnast, and you’ve got the right idea. Give your inner diva a turn at the pole!

It’s all about you
Every woman deserves to take time for herself. We offer opportunities for everyday women who have gotten lost in the hustle and bustle of everyday life to get back in touch with themselves, have fun, get fit, and feel sexy and empowered. If you haven’t heard about it, you soon will…find out why everyone’s talking about fitness pole dancing.

Join us in the quest to help women discover, or rediscover their most feminine selves. Let your inhibitions go and get on board; if Oprah can, so can you!

Join us and enhance your social, physical, intellectual, cultural, and emotional self.

$30 – Manicure/Pedicure & Almond Honey Foot Treatment
Let us bring the spa to you….

Our Licensed professionals will travel to your home, hotel or party to offer you an array of spa treatments. Experience the latest in massage, skincare, hair and other spa services.

Today’s deal is a Manicure and Signature Pedicure with Almond Honey Foot Treatment by Forever Beauty Traveling Spa – $30.00 ($90 value).

We work around the schedules of women and men who want to enjoy the luxury services of a day spa in the comfort of their own home, office or venue of their choice. We provide onsite spa treatments that provide a healthy venue to de-stress, relax, rejuvenate and have fun! Treatments allow friends and family to spoil themselves for a few hours and connect in a relaxed atmosphere.

In this fast paced world, pampering is last on the list of priorities. If you are overworked, stressed, exhausted, and don’t have enough hours in a day, you are the perfect candidate for Forever Beauty.

You’ll feel rejuvenated, energized, and ready to face whatever life throws at you.

$27 for a 60-Minute “Get in the Zone” Treatment
Your feet carry the heaviest load of all, so why not give them a little “pat on the feet” (so to speak) in appreciation for all their hard work with today’s deal:

For $27, get an 60-Minute “Get in the Zone” treatment which includes a foot soak, mask, scrub, moisturizer, and reflexology session.

Treatment begins with a foot soak, in a blend of natural minerals and herbs that will soothe tired, overworked muscles. Then, a smooth clay foot mask is applied to exfoliate dead skin and make your tootsies feel baby-soft. A tantalizing sugar scrub comes next, bringing energy and radiance back to your skin. A tropical oil moisturizer will then nourish and replenish your feet, helping heal dry, cracked skin. The treatment ends with a foot reflexology session in which areas of tenderness or tension are identified and pressure is applied to precise areas on the toes to the heel to activate nerve pathways, increase circulation, and clear congestion.

Reflexology Alleviates:
- Back Pain
- Migraines
- Anxiety
- Sleep Disorders
- Sports Injuries
- Tiredness and fatigue
- Digestive disorders
- Stress-related conditions

$30 – 45-Minute Thai Foot Reflexology Treatment
$39 – 60 Minute Swedish Massage
$99 for 2 Spider-Vein Treatments (reg. $500)
$29 for $500 off Braces (Save 94%!)
Top Rated Orthodontics for Children, Teens & Adults In Baltimore Metropolitan Area

Welcome to Cramer and Noorani Orthodontics, practitioners with established practices in Baltimore Metropolitan area and Baltimore Magazine’s Best Of Baltimore Winner. Cramer and Noorani have offices in Glen Burnie, White Marsh, and Bel Air, Maryland to provide you with the highest quality orthodontic care in a friendly comfortable environment. We utilize the latest technological advances in the industry, along with the latest in computer technology to ensure that you receive the most effective care possible.

Locations
Bel Air Office
4-A North Ave, Suite 208
Bel Air, MD 21014
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Guide To Help Teenagers Lose Weight

May 18th, 2012

(Ways to Ensure That They Lose
Weight Safely and Without Any
Adverse Problems)

Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1 Psychological Issues for
Teens Relating to Being
Overweight

Chapter 2 Parenting Your
Overweight Teen and
Improving Their Self
Esteem

Chapter 3 Advice for Helping Teens
Lose Weight

Chapter 4 Some Simple Rules to
Follow to Help Teens Lose
Weight Safely

Chapter 5 How Teens Can Lose
Weight Quickly and Safely

Chapter 6 Weight Loss for Teens – A
Parent Should Not Worry
Too Much

Conclusion

Introduction

Since the late 1990’s, there has been a dramatic
increase in obesity in Americans, regardless of
age, according to information collected and
analyzed by the National Center for Health
Statistics.

Almost 9 million (15%) children between the ages of
6 and 19 are overweight, and this number is still
growing according to information gathered between
1999 and 2000 (triple the number of 1980). The
information has also shown that another 15% of
children between the ages of 6 and 19 are at risk
of becoming overweight also.

Obesity is defined as having an excessive
accumulation of body fat which will result in the
person’s body being about 20% heavier than their
ideal body weight. So those people whose weight is
above what is considered their ideal range, are
defined as being overweight. Obesity is a common
eating disorder that is associated with teens.

Although teens may have fewer weight related health
issues than adults, those teens that are overweight
now are much more likely to be come overweight as
an adult. Teens who are overweight (in fact people
of all ages that are overweight) are at risk from a
number of different health issues, and these
include:

1. Heart Disease
2. Diabetes
3. High Blood Pressure
4. Strokes
5. Some forms of Cancer

Those teens who are obese may find that they are
not only physically unfit, but their well being is
usually very low as well. Many obese people will
also tend to have a shorter life expectancy than
those who are the right weight for their body size.

Plus, it can also lead to social disabilities and
unhappiness, which in turn may cause them stress
and in some cases, may make them mentally ill as
well.

A study that was carried and details which were
released in May 2004 suggested that overweight
children are more likely to be involved in bullying
than those children who are a normal weight. But
they can not only be the victims of bullying, they
may be the perpetrators as well.

The development of their own personal identity and
body image is an important goal for any teenager.

There are a number of causes for obesity which
center around an imbalance in the teens energy they
put into their bodies, (calories that they obtain
from the food they eat) and the energy they release
from their bodies (how good their metabolism is,
and how much physical activity they take part in).
Often teens when a teen is overweight, it is
because there is a problem with the nutritional
value of their diet, or it may be psychological,
familial or physiological, all of which we will
discuss a little bit more.

The Family

Often children and teens are more at risk of
becoming overweight if they have two overweight
parents. Although in some cases, this may be due
to a powerful genetic factor, or it may be because
they are modeling themselves after what they see

their parents eating. Also physical activities, if
any, they take part in, can indirectly affect the
teen.

In Activity

On average, an American child will spend several
hours each day watching television or on a
computer. Compare this to years ago, when this time
would have been spent doing some form of physical
activity instead. There are a large amount of
teens and children who are now overweight, as they
are expending little energy, and often eat high
calorie snacks while watching TV or playing on the
computer. Today in the US, about 1/3 of elementary
school children carry out some form of physical
education, and less than 1/5 take part in physical
activity programs after school.

Heredity

Recently, information has shown that heredity can
influence fatness in a child and teen. It was
found that children born to overweight mothers have
been found to be less active, and often gain more
weight by the age of 3 months compared to those
children born to mothers who are a normal weight,
which suggests a possible inborn drive to conserve
energy.

In this book, we will look at various ways in which
help can be provided to overweight teens, and how
they can lose weight successfully without them
resorting to fad diets etc.

Chapter 1 –

Psychological Issues for Teens
Relating to Being Overweight

For many overweight teens, their physical health
and well being are the least of their problems.
Much more relevant is the teasing and abuse they
receive from their peers at school and near where
they live. For many, it is not only what others
think of them that is upsetting, but it is what
they actually think of themselves. A good
percentage of teenagers (especially girls) are
clinically depressed because they are so
preoccupied with their weight. It does not help
that in every model or every actress you see, and
that people tend to aspire to be, are usually stick
thin.

There is evidence now amounting to just how much
pressure is being placed on obese teenagers. A
recent survey reveals that these kids rate the
quality of life they have as low as that of young
cancer patients while they are having chemotherapy.
There are other studies which have been carried out
that report increased rates of depression, low self
esteem and isolation from other members of their
age group, which can result in behavioral problems
in some. These teenagers are less likely to be
accepted into higher education (college) or to get
married, and are more likely to be part of the
lower socioeconomic groups.

What is worse is that many overweight teens will be
hard on themselves, and will often be mistreated by

others. A study carried out in 2001 by Latner and
Stunkard finds that this situation, rather than
improving, has steadily got worse.

Often, those teens who are overweight can suffer
from other problems such as cardiovascular,
orthopedic, gastrointestinal, respiratory,
hormonal, neurological and metabolic diseases
(diabetes). These can often manifest themselves
through psychological problems, and you may then
have to ask for assistance from a trained
professional in order to deal with them.

Today in the US, there are some weight loss
programs for kids which are residential, and
combine psychological therapy with behavior change
therapy in order to improve the teens self esteem
as well as their physical health.

So, during this book, we will look at ways in which
those teens, who wish to lose weight, can do so
safely.

Chapter 2 –

Parenting Your Overweight
Teen and Improving Their Self
Esteem

Today, approximately 15% of children between the
ages of 6 and 19 are either overweight or obese
(which is a 10% increase since 1970). In fact,
there are now more than 9 million youngsters who
are at risk from suffering some impaired life due
to high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels or
Type 2 Diabetes, as well as having a negative self
image of themselves, which will continue as they
grow into adulthood.

There have been studies carried out that indicate a
child who is obese at the age of 6, will have a 50%
chance of becoming obese as an adult. Also, if one
or both of the child’s parents are overweight, then
the chances increase to 80%. These are very
sobering and scary statistics for a parent whose
child is overweight.

However, there is good news that, with help from
the adults in their lives, these children can be
helped. They can be taught healthier behaviors,
which relate to both their eating habits and
improving the physical activity they do, and this
will help them to lose the weight.

By helping them become more selective with the
types of food that they consume, and increasing the

amount of physical activity that they accomplish,
it will only produce positive results.

However, it should be stressed that formal dieting,
and especially giving your child a severely
restricted diet, should only be attempted with
medical approval and the appropriate nutritional
supervision. Many pediatricians believe the best
course is to try and hold an overweight child’s
weight at a steady level, and avoid losing large
amounts of weight at a time, until such a time as
their height is at a healthier proportion to their
weight.

The following 4 steps will not only help to
facilitate healthier eating habits, but will also
increase the amount of physical activity that they
do.

1. Assessing the Health of Your Child and whether
they are overweight

Before you make any personal or environmental
changes in your teen’s life, take a few minutes to
survey what your home life is like. Do you allow
them to lead a sedentary life, and are they given
plenty of chances to over eat at any time? If you
do, then it is important that you bring any changes
in to these areas of their life gradually.

First, look at just how many hours your teen spends
either watching TV, or sitting at their computer.
A teen can spend up to 24 hours a week watching TV.
Log any time that they spend doing either, watching
TV or on the computer, and try to reduce this by
half.

When you have meals, does your family gather around
a table, or do you eat most of your meals sitting
in front of the TV or computer? If you do, then

try and make it a family rule that, in the future,
all food (including snacks) will be eaten in the
kitchen or in the dining room at a table. Such a
small change has been shown to significantly reduce
the amount of over eating that takes place in the
home.

Next, you will need to take a close look at your
fridge and food cupboards. Which foods do you have
that you are most likely to eat when hunger hits
you? If the foods are high in fat, sweetened or
low in nutritional value, then why not try to find
healthier alternatives instead, such as fresh fruit
and vegetables?

2. Do Not Shame your Child into Losing Weight

Neither adults nor children can be shamed into
losing weight, and an overweight teen will know
that they weigh too much. But what a teen does not
know, is how they can achieve a normal weight, as
well as increase their self esteem. Teens like to
know that their parents love them unconditionally,
whether they are fat, thin or normal.

For any parent, mastering the fine art of loving
our children just the way they are, while helping
them to achieve a healthier body can be difficult.
Any parent must learn to “give time” and believe
that the lessons we teach them will one day come to
fruition.

This means that we can teach our youngsters to
visualize that healthy plate (one which is half
salad or vegetables, a quarter of starches and the
remainder are made up of protein such as fish,
meat, poultry or soy). But you also know that at
some point, they will sneak either sweets or
cookies into the home, and upset the balance that
you have achieved.

A parent can persist in teaching their teens to see
their plate before any food is put on it. This is
helpful, as it creates a sense of portion control
that is helpful when the parent is not around to
monitor what food they are actually having. This
portion control can also be practiced not just at
home, but when visiting a restaurant as well.

3. Take up some type of Physical Activity as a
Family

The recommended amount of physical activity to be
done by an adult is 30 minutes, and 60 minutes for
children, which should be done several times a
week. However, if you are looking to lose weight,
then more physical activity may be necessary.

A great way of breaking the pattern of the lives
that many families lead is to arrange activities
that involve plenty of movement for the whole
family together. Not only do these types of
activities burn calories, they can also serve as a
setting for parent and child communication. It is
especially important in a child’s teen years, when
such opportunities for a parent to interact with
their teen are at a premium.

Also, there is little or no financial cost involved
in going for a walk or having a bike ride, and many
communities now have either indoor or outdoor
swimming pools which do not cost to much to use.
Just taking the family dog for a walk in the
evening not only makes the dog happy, but will help
to increase the family’s metabolism.

4. How to encourage the right sort of behavior in
your teen

The best way to help an overweight or obese teen is
through your own behavior. Too often, teens will
do as an adult does, rather than what we tell them.

No parent can ask their child to turn off the TV
when we are actually watching it in another room,
or to stop using the computer when they are
spending hours themselves surfing the net. Nor
should they restrict the portions of food they eat,
when they, themselves, do not watch what they are
eating. Why would any child want to drink water or
munch on fruit or vegetables, when they see the
adults around them drinking sugar laden soda or
having a bag of potato chips?

When looking to lead a healthier kind of life
style, it should be done one day at a time, and the
end result will be well worth the effort.

Chapter 3 –

Advice for Helping Teens Lose
Weight

Losing weight as a teen is far different from
losing weight as an adult. Weight loss in a teen
depends on their age, the metabolic rate, their
eating habits, as well as the type of lifestyle
they lead.

For many teens, losing weight is easier than as an
adult, as the body burns calories much easier, as
well as quicker. Often, teens lead a much more
active lifestyle; they enjoy doing exercise,
walking, jogging or participating in some form of
sport. These types of exercises will only help to
boost a teen’s metabolism, and also increase the
amount of calories that they burn.

Teens could start with one of the many fad diets
that are around, but they should only use these for
about a week (anything longer will cause damage to
their bodies). After a week of using a fad diet,
they should then continue on a much more healthy
diet regime, and one which allows them to lose
weight more slowly (which is the best way to lose
weight healthily).

When on a diet, a teen should also lead a more
active kind of life; they can do this by exercising
whenever possible, or participate in some sporting
activity. This is especially important for
teenagers, as they are still growing, and they need
more food while they are still growing. So they

need to exercise in order to help remove some of
the extra calories they are gaining from the extra
food they are eating. So, get out and exercise. If
they sit around at home watching TV or playing on
the computer, they will soon find that their weight
has increased.

As a teenager, you have much more energy, so why
not put it to good use by taking up exercise or
some sports activity. It is best that a teen that
plays a sport or does some physical activity,
should choose one that they enjoy and will have fun
while doing it. The best benefit is that they are
not only exercising their bodies, but the will also
be burning off the excess fat and calories, and so
improving their health.

It is imperative, therefore, for those teens to
lead both an active life, and have a healthy diet,
in order to achieve maximum performance and
productivity. Many teens who lead such lives, find
that they are able to do everything they want, and
do not suffer from fatigue or weakness when doing
things.

Chapter 4 –

Some Simple Rules to Follow to
Help Teens Lose Weight Safely

In this chapter, we will look at some simple rules
which should be followed as a parent if you wish to
help your teen lose weight safely.

The key thing to a teen losing weight is that have
much healthier habits. Today, teenage obesity is a
growing problem, and there is plenty you can do as
a parent in order to help your teen with any weight
problems they may have.

Although there is no magic formula to helping your
teen lose weight, the real key to succeeding is by
helping them to lead a healthier kind of life that
they can then carry on into adulthood.

1. Talk to your Teen

If your teen is overweight, then they are probably
concerned about it too. Aside from there being
long term health issues involved, such as high
blood pressure or they may suffer from diabetes,
there are also the social and emotional issues
involved as well.

Offer your teen the support and gentle
understanding that they are looking for, and help
them to take control of the problem.

2. Unrealistic Images

For many teenage girls, their weight and how they
look can be a very delicate matter, and you should
remind them there is no perfect body out there.
Remind them that, what might the right weight for
one person, is not the right weight for somebody
else.

Instead of talking to them about fat or thin,
encourage your teenage to focus on behaviors which
will promote a much healthier weight. If you want
to, talk to your family doctor, and he will help to
set realistic goals for your teenager with regard
to body mass index, and the weight they should be
based on their age, height and general health.

3. Resist Using Quick Fixes in order to lose
weight rapidly

Help your teenager by teaching them how to lose
weight, and then keep it off. Many of the fad
diets around are likely to rob your teen of
essential nutrients, iron and calcium that they
need in their diet, as they are still growing.

Don’t allow them to take weight loss pills or other
quick fixes, as they will not address the root of
the problem, and the effects of these types of
treatment are short lived.

It is important to remember that only permanent
changes in their habits will help the weight they
lose to stay away.

4. Increase the amount of physical activity your
teen does

Like any adult, a teenager will need to do about 60
minutes of physical activity each day. But this

does not mean that they have to do it all at once.
They can, instead, do the activity in short bursts
throughout the day in order to help burn off any
excess calories or fat.

Team sports, which they do at school or at a local
sports hall, are a great way for your teen to get
active. However, if your child isn’t an athlete,
or finds it difficult to participate in certain
sports, then encourage them to walk, cycle or skate
to and from school, or just to walk a few times
around the school before they begin classes. Why
not suggest that they spend at least one of each
day away from the computer and do something a
little more physical (may be you can get them to
take the dog for a walk)?

Try and get them to do some household chores, like
vacuuming or washing the car, as they have aerobic
benefits as well.

5. Ensure that your teen has Breakfast

If you have a teenager who finds that it’s too
difficult to get up, try to get them up a little
earlier than normal in order for them to have some
breakfast. How many times have you heard people
say “breakfast is the most important meal of the
day”? A good nutritious breakfast will help jump
start their day AND their metabolism, and will
provide them with the energy they need to face the
day ahead. You may also find that it stops them
from eating too much during the rest of the day as
well.

If your teen is not keen on high fiber cereal or
whole wheat toast, then why not suggest they eat
what was left over from the night before. You
could even suggest a piece of cheese, a small
handful of nuts and a piece of fruit instead, as

they will be just as good for them, and do the same
job as the cereal or toast does.

6. If your teen snacks, teach them to snack wisely

It may be difficult for your teenage child to make
healthy choices when they are at school, as often
the hallways are lined with vending machines, but
it is possible. Why not try and encourage them to
replace even one bag of chips each day with a much
healthier grab and go option from home, such as
frozen grapes, an orange, strawberries or other
fresh fruit? They may even like to take some
sliced red, orange or yellow peppers, a few cherry
tomatoes or baby carrots instead.

7. Watch the Size of the Portions of food that
they have each meal

When it comes to the portions that a teen eats,
size really does matter. If you can, encourage
your child to cut back and to stop eating when they
feel full. You may find that just one slice of
pizza, or half the pasta on the plate is enough to
make them feel full.

8. Look at the Calories in the drinks that they
have

An average 12 ounce can of soda has 150 calories
and 10 teaspoons of sugar in it. Also, the
calories and sugar that you find in fruit juice,
specialty coffees and other drinks can also add up
quickly as well. So getting your teenager to drink
more water, instead of soda and other sugary
drinks, will save on the calories and their sugar
intake as well. Why not suggest that they drink
flavored water, seltzer water or unsalted club soda
instead?

9. Let them have the occasional treat

Allowing your teen to have a late night pizza
whilst at a friend’s, or some nachos when at the
movies, need not derail your teen’s healthy eating
plan.

Instead, suggest that when they are out, they have
a breadstick with sauce instead of garlic bread…or
that they share a snack with their friend, instead
of having an order to themselves.

It is important that you let your teenager know
that they are in control, and the occasional treat
is okay. The most important thing is getting them
to lead a healthier lifestyle.

10. Ways of getting the Whole Family Involved

Rather than just singling out your teenager to lead
a healthier lifestyle, why not adopt these healthy
habits for the whole family? After all, not just
eating healthier foods, but getting more exercise
is good for everybody.

a. Why not encourage the whole family to eat
more fresh fruit, vegetables and whole
grains? It is important that you set a good
example for all your children.

b. Forget the junk food, and although healthy
foods often cost more, it is a good
investment in your child’s life.

c. Why not try out new recipes or healthier
alternatives to those family favorites?

d. Don’t allow anyone to eat while sitting on
the couch, as this will curb mindless eating

at other times that they sit watching the
TV, or when on the computer.

e. Arrange some family activities, such as
walks in the evening, or visiting a local
recreation center at the weekend.

11. Be Positive in your Attitude when helping your
teen to lose weight

Being overweight does not always lead to a lifetime
of low self esteem, but your acceptance of your
teen’s weight problem is critical. Remember to
listen to your teen’s concerns regarding their
weight, and comment on their skills, efforts and
accomplishments.

Make it perfectly clear to your child that your
love for them is unconditional, and not dependent
on how they look. Why not help your teen learn to
express their feelings in much healthier ways, say
by writing down what they feel in a journal?

If your child is struggling with low self esteem,
and finding it difficult to cope with their weight
in a healthy way, then consider looking for a
support group, formal weight control program or
professional counseling to help them.

There are many support groups around which will
provide your teen with the tools to counter any
social pressure and cultivate a positive attitude
with regard to their self esteem. This will help
them to take control of their weight. These
benefits will then last them a life time.

Chapter 5 –

How Teens Can Lose Weight
Quickly and Safely

Being overweight does not only hamper the health of
adults, but it can be harmful to teenagers and
children as well. Thus, if you are a teenager and
feel troubled by the extra weight, then do not wait
any longer before finding a suitable weight loss
program specially designed for teenagers that you
think will work well for your body.

Below are provided a few valuable teen weight loss
tips which you will find in many of the best weight
loss programs for teens, and that have been
prescribed by nutritionist experts in order to help
a teen fight a weight problem.

Overweight is often caused due to the excessive
consumption of food, and the best types of weight
loss programs for teens are those that suggest
controlling the amount of food they consume daily,
especially those high in fat and oil. Also, it’s
important that they avoid milk products, as well as
all sorts of junk food and artificial drinks.

Another matter that you will find discussed in most
of the good weight loss programs for teens, is that

they suggest drinking lots of water, as well as
incorporating fresh fruit, raw vegetables and
fibrous foods into their diets. It is important
they balance the nutrient content in their body by
using these, as they will have reduced the amount
of food they are eating.

If you can, get them to replace normal snacks (junk
food) with some thing that is healthier. Why not
get them to have frozen grapes, cherry tomatoes,
baby carrots or a low fat pudding or yogurt,
instead of what they would normally snack on?

Also, suggest that they carry out some form of
physical activity for a few hours each day. Any
form of physical activity will help burn off those
extra calories. This is the most important step you
will find in any of the best weight loss programs
that have been specially developed for teenagers.

However, the most important suggestion of all is
that you must nurture your teen…a strong will is
required in order to follow the diet program of
their choice religiously. Otherwise, no matter how
good the weight loss program is, it will not help
your teen to lose weight if not followed correctly.
They may find it to be hard work initially, but the
end results will be worth the pain and suffering
they go through in the beginning.

Chapter 6 –

Weight Loss for Teens – A
Parent Should Not Worry Too
Much

Concerns are always being raised in relation to the
dangers of child or teen weigh loss, especially
with parents.

For many teens today, the image of the body is at
the fore front of their minds, especially when you
look at the models used in magazines etc.

Teenagers will be easily swayed by their peers or
TV/Movie idols, and some will go to drastic
measures in order to look as good, and wear the
clothes that their heroes are wearing.

More and more teenagers are suffering from either
anorexia or bulimia (both very serious illnesses),
both of which they can often easily hide from their
parents.

It is very difficult to understand how anorexia and
bulimia affects people who, to others, may look
healthy and being a normal size weight. For many
sufferers, they see themselves as fat and
undesirable, and they usually lack self confidence
and self esteem. They may feel this because they
have been laughed at when they were younger, or it
can be that they are just too shy or embarrassed to
discuss how they feel.

But whatever the reason, those suffering from
either anorexia or bulimia are at risk. Their
health will become compromised (not now but may be
later on in life). Should such eating problems not
be diagnosed early enough, then the damage they
cause to their body may be irreversible.

You can not force a person to eat if they don’t
want to, and neither can you stop a person from
purging themselves. What you need to do is get to
the root of their problem and discuss with them how
they feel about themselves. Find out why they feel
that they need to lose the weight in such a manner.
Then you can look at ways in which you can help
them to combat this problem.

However, those people who are suffering either from
anorexia or bulimia will most likely need
professional help (you don’t need to send them a
way to rehab). There are plenty of self help groups
which have now been set up to aid with these eating
disorders.

How do I recognize if my teen is suffering from an
eating problem? Unfortunately, most people,
especially children, are good at hiding the
symptoms related to eating problems. But below are
some signs that should help.

1. The color of their skin. Does it have a
healthy glow or is it dull and pale?

2. Eyes – are they bright or dull?

3. Hair – It is full and shiny or has it become
dull, flat and thinning?

4. Legs and Arms – Have they got good tone, or
do they look just like skin and bone?

5. Have their energy levels decreased?

6. Teenage Girls – Has their menstrual cycle
altered in any way?

There are other ways in which bulimia may be
diagnosed. Because a teenager will be forcing
themselves to bring up the food which they have
eaten, they develop cavities near the gum line. So
if you can discreetly watch their bathroom habits,
are they constantly going to the bathroom after
they have eaten in order to purge the food from
their body? Do they brush their teeth often
because they want to make themselves sick or have
they loose stools and stomach cramps because they
are taking laxatives?

Those teenagers who are suffering from anorexia
will often play with the food on their plate, or
say they are not hungry or that they earlier when
they were out with their friends. Others may well
skip breakfast and just grab something on the way
school, or they won’t take the lunch that you have
prepared for them to school…or if they do, they
throw away as soon as you are out of sight.
Discreetly check with the school to see if they are
eating meals at school, and if you are able to,
speak to their friends and find out what, if
anything, they are eating when they are with them.
However, it is important that you do not pry too
much, or it will lead to them only hiding the
problem from you even more.

If you are able to, monitor what they are reading
and logging onto on the internet.

For many teens, they will deny that they have a
problem where eating is concerned. Parents must
find a way to get past the idea that there is
nothing troubling the teen, and that they go

through stages when they don’t like certain foods
or they will avoid eating a meal with the family.
However, if you are reading this chapter and you
see things in it which seem familiar in relation to
your teen, then it may be worth taking a further
look at your teen’s lifestyle.

Today, there is a lot of pressure being put on
teens to become vegetarians, and some vegetarians
will allow fish as part of their diets. This is
okay as this provides the necessary nutrients,
Vitamin B12, zinc and iron, which a teen will need
while they are growing. However, it is wise to
show them which fish are the best to eat more
often, and which they should eat less of.

It is the teens who give up meat and fish
altogether that a parent should be concerned about.
Protein is important for us to grow, maintain
healthy muscles, skin, hair and good health. The
best source for protein is from animals, and those
teens who give up this source will need to get it
from other areas, such as through vitamin
supplements. Studies carried out claim that the
quantity of nutrition provided by pills is not the
same, or as good as they would get from animal
sources.

Therefore, as a parent, if you should have any
concerns in regard to what is written above, it is
time to take action.

A great way of doing this is to help your teen to
understand why they should eat properly, and what
foods they should be eating, as well as how much
and when and what they should avoid. Not only will
this help you, but it will help your teen to better
understand the importance of food, and what we need
to have a healthy body, as well as the best ways to
combat weight gain naturally.

So now is the right time for you to take action
with regard to your teen’s health and any concerns
they may have about their body image and weight.

Conclusion

As you can see from this book, there are number of
ways in which helping a teen to cope with their
obesity, as well as helping them lose weight
safely.

Often, obesity treatment programs which have been
devised for teens rarely have weight loss as a
goal, but rather they aim to slow or halt any
weight gain so that the teen will grow into their
body weight over the next few months or years. It
is estimated that for every 20% excess of body
weight a teen has, they will need about 1½ years
weight maintenance to obtain their ideal body
weight.

So, early and appropriate intervention on the part
of the parent is particularly valuable. It has
been found that modifying a teens eating and
exercise habits is much easier to do than with an
adult.

The three forms of intervention that a parent could
use are as follows:

Physical Activity

By adopting a formal exercise program, or just
simply becoming more active, you will help to burn
fact and increase the amount of energy a teen

expends. Studies have shown that exercise, as well
as coupling it with one of the other forms of
intervention, is a successful way to help them lose
weight safely.

Diet

It is advisable that you do not allow your teen to
fast or drastically reduce their calorie intake.
Not only is this way of losing weight
psychologically stressful on them, but it may
adversely affect their growth, and what a teen sees
as “normal eating”. So making sure that they have
a balanced diet, with moderate restrictions on the
amount of calories they have, is ideal. A great
way is to reduce dietary fat, which has been found
as a successful way of treating teens that are
overweight. It may be that your teen needs to be
educated on the nutritional values of foods, also.
So by controlling a teen’s diet, and getting them
to do more exercise, will help to treat their
weight problem.

Modification of a Teens Behavior

There are many behavioral strategies that are used
on adults, which can be successfully applied to
teens, such as:

1. Self monitoring and recording the food they
have

2. Increased physical activity

3. Slowing the rate at which they eat their
food

4. Limiting the time and place when eating (do
not allow them to sit in front of the TV or

computer, get them to sit at the dining
table)

5. Provide them with rewards and incentives, if
their behavior is what you are looking for

This book has hopefully helped with ways in which
you can help your teen with any weight issues they
may have. However, it is easier to prevent a teen
from being overweight, than it is to treat it.

Where prevention is concerned, it focuses on
educating the parents about providing their
children with a good nutritional diet and plenty of
physical activity. However, where such preventive
measures can not help those teens who suffer from
weight problems because of a heredity factor, then
the education of the parents should be focused on
building up their teens self esteem, and addressing
any psychological issues that they may have.


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Ways to Make Your Diet Easier | Its HIP to be FIT!

May 17th, 2012

Guest post courtesy of SmoothFitness

While dieting is a very rewarding process, it can be a difficult one. Many individuals struggle with staying on track, weight loss plateaus, and resisting temptation. Sometimes it may seem as if you need to make a major dietary change, but in many cases small changes over time almost always lead to healthier and longer lasting results. Overcoming these obstacles and knowing what to change is difficult on your own; therefore, we have come up with some tips to keep your diet simple and easy.

5-6 Small Meals a Day
This is a very common dietary change that has time and time again proven to be effective for weight loss and an increase in energy levels. Individuals who eat 5-6 smaller meals a day will maintain more consistent metabolic rates throughout the day. People who eat 2-3 meals a day will have spikes of high and low metabolic rates which will impair weight loss and reduce energy levels. When adjusting to 5-6 smaller meals a day it is important to avoid snacking, eating well balanced nutritional foods is just as important as ever.
Avoid Artificial
Artificial sweeteners can be very detrimental in a number of ways. Your body will have an easier time breaking down natural sugars. Additionally, when it comes to drinking fruit juice, be sure to have a glass of real fruit juice, not a “fruit drink” that only contains minor amounts of natural fruit juice. Better yet would be to eat the actual fruit itself.
Make a List
It is important to plan ahead before buying groceries. Making a list will help you avoid the extras that will tempt you later. Sticking to a list will also help you make better decisions with respect to nutrition and dietary balance. Also, consider going shopping after a meal. Nothing is worse than trying to resist the bad foods in a grocery store on an empty stomach, give yourself a fighting chance and have meal before you head to the market.
Whole Grains
Eating items made with whole grains instead of instead of white flour can be hugely beneficial for your diet and is an easy change to make. Whole grains contain all the natural components of the wheat berry which are the most nutritious part. White flour is produced by removing these parts, leaving only starch behind.  Whole wheat is almost always a healthier choice over white as it contains more protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and is less heavily processed.
Say Goodbye to Fried
For many the most appealing fried food product is fried chicken. Saying goodbye to fried chicken is a great start. A healthier alternative would be grilled chicken. The fried coating on deep fried foods contains a dense concentration of fats that your body will struggle to break down. Additionally, most fried food is battered with white flour, which is a layer of starch your body will have to work through. Other than a satisfying crunch, fried foods have little to offer in the way of nutritional value, best to avoid them when you can.
Small Steps
When making adjustments to your diet don’t try and make all the changes happen at once. Set one manageable goal at a time and slowly develop your ability to accomplish them on a daily basis. Trying to do too much at once will be frustrating and you will have a higher chance of reverting to your old habits. Also, give yourself a break if you mess up. It is ok to indulge once in a while, in fact it is good. If you mess up, just address where your mistake was and try to manage it better the next time around.
Diet = Lifestyle / Lifestyle = Diet
Diet and lifestyle go hand in hand. Approaching a “diet” as an adjustment of your lifestyle is often times more sound mentally and physically. Short term weight loss plans/diets can be ineffective and unhealthy. Seeing dietary changes as adjustments to your lifestyle will aid in transforming the small changes you make into daily habits instead of short term dietary band-aid’s.

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20 percent ‘fat tax’ needed to fight obesity, health experts say
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Call for fat tax to encourage health
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‘Fat tax’ on unhealthy food must raise prices by 20% to have effect, says study
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Huge tax increases will improve population health, say clueless economists
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Easy Healthy Food for Diets Consuming Delicious Vegetables and …

May 17th, 2012


Easy Healthy Food for Diets Consuming Delicious Vegetables and Fruit

Articleby Chad Taylor

Dietary specialists recommend that every person should consume at least five helpings of vegetables and fruits on a daily basis. The importance associated with vegetables and fruit to a wholesome diet plan has been recognized for really some time, but research have shown that really few people consume the amount of vegetables and fruits advised for a healthy meal for weight loss.

That’s a shame, due to the fact consuming a enough quantity of fruits and veggies just might be the single most helpful factor you are able to do to enhance your general wellness. The 5 best diet food each day approach to wholesome eating may be the single most significant strategy you may adopt to get a healthier lifestyle.

The many wellness benefits of eating vegetables and fruit happen to be established for some time now. Study immediately after study has shown that a diet rich in vegetables and fruit lowers the threat of certain cancers, heart disease along with other chronic illnesses and conditions. Some studies have recommended that as quite a few as 35% of cancer deaths is often attributed to diet program, and that diets high in fats and low in veggies and fruits contributes to unnecessary cancer deaths.

Vegetables and fruits possess a large amount of advantages besides just their nutritional importance. For one issue, they taste wonderful and add a terrific deal of variety to daily food for a diet. Vegetables and fruits come in such a wide range of colors, textures and flavors that they are able to be made use of in virtually each and every meal. These searching for to maximize their consumption of fruit and veggies must get in to the habit of utilizing fruits in salads, as toppings and as garnishes.

In addition to their good taste, veggies and fruits are packed full of several necessary vitamins and minerals, like a lot of micronutrients that happen to be not included in packaged vitamin supplements. For example, foods like butternut squash, pumpkins, carrots, mangoes, peaches, pawpaws and green leafy vegetables are rich in beta carotene. Beta carotene is vital for wholesome skin and eyes.

Moreover, most varieties of veggies and fruits include vitamin C, yet another critical vitamin and also a strong antioxidant. Excellent sources of vitamin C include things like Brussels sprouts, citrus fruits, strawberries, broccoli, nectarines and kiwi fruit. Many veggies and fruits, such as spinach, broccoli and avocadoes, are also very good sources of vitamin E, a further outstanding antioxidant.

Men and women alike ought to usually strive to consume a healthy foods for diets, but ladies have an extra incentive to obtain all of the nutrition they need to have. Correct nutrition is vital to a healthy pregnancy, and many of the baby’s biggest nutritional demands happen before the pregnancy is found. Folic acid is maybe the most effective recognized vital nutrient for pregnant girls. Folic acid has been confirmed powerful at preventing a range of birth defects, like Spina Bifida. Fantastic dietary sources of folic acid contain Brussels sprouts, broccoli, spinach and oranges. In addition, due to its significance to women of kid bearing years, quite a few prevalent foods for example cereals and breads, are supplemented with folic acid.

In addition to their significance as source of vitamins and minerals, fruits and veggies also supply crucial dietary fiber. Sufficient fiber in the diet plan is important in preventing heart illness and some sorts of cancer.

A different fantastic feature of fruit and veggies, specifically to those watching their weight, is definitely the high nutrition, low fat, low calorie nature of those foods. Veggies and fruits include pretty low levels of fats, and also a diet program low in fat is usually fairly useful for extended term weight reduction. Additionally, vegetables and fruit include no cholesterol, and they may be lower in calories than numerous other kinds of foods.

With all these issues going for them, it truly is no wonder countless dietary authorities suggest consuming a diet plan rich in fruits and vegetables. Not simply are vegetables and fruit delicious and nutritious, but they’re able to be very low-cost as well. Purchasing veggies and fruits which can be locally grown, and which might be in season, is usually by far the most cost useful technique to get the freshest fruits and veggies in the lowest achievable price.

This getting method also assists to make sure a steady stream of new fruit and veggies every single month, as some go out of season though others are just coming in. Trying many different diverse fruits and veggies, like some you may not be familiar with, is also a fantastic technique to develop thrilling new dishes and avoid yourself from becoming bored using the very same old diet plan. No matter whether your objective is to lose weight or simply increase your degree of fitness, it is actually challenging to go incorrect having a diet plan rich in vegetables and fruit.

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