Ask a Savvy Bride: Can I Afford This Destination Wedding?


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How to Afford a Destination Wedding

Most people have a love/hate relationship with destination weddings. While they automatically sound expensive, aside from the cost of getting there and staying there, they aren't necessarily budget killers. To see what I mean, check out the advice below given to someone who isn't sure she can swing her friend's wedding in Mexico. You can also submit your wedding-related finance questions in our Read more

DrSugar Answers: Why Do Mosquitoes Love Me?


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How to Prevent and Treat Mosquito and Bug Bites

DrSugar is in the house! And she's answering your health-related questions. Dear DrSugar, Mosquitoes love me. Aside from using repellent featuring DEET (the natural sprays don’t work for me at all), is there anything else I can do to make myself less attractive to hungry pests? I heard drinking white vinegar helps. Also, once bitten, what is the best way to calm down the itchy factor of the Read more

You Asked: Is "Holding It" Harmful?


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Is it Harmful to Hold It When You Need to Pee?

Dear Fit, I do a lot of driving and running around for my job, which I love because I'm not one of those people who could sit at a desk all day. The only issue is that I don't have a lot of extra time to do normal things like use the bathroom. I often experience a full bladder and "hold it" if I have a deadline to meet or place I need to be. Aside from being uncomfortable, is this bad for my Read more

You Asked: Adequate Protein on a Vegetarian Diet?


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Does a Vegetarian Diet Supply Enough Protein?

Dear Fit, I'm thinking of going vegetarian, but my brother said that there are certain proteins in meat that my body needs that I can't get from any other foods. Is this true? Or can I go meat-free and still be healthy? — Veering Toward Veggies I'm so glad you asked this question because so many people believe that proteins from meat are superior to the ones you get from other sources. Is this Read more