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We're always hearing about some alternatives to traditional skin care products, but how safe are they? We spoke to two dermatologists to find out. 1. Toothpaste - Limit application to any area to just a day or two. 2. Body lotion- "There are subtle and sometimes no difference between body lotions and face lotions," says Dr. Kassouf.

Shopping for healthy cereal can be tricky. There are a lot of factors to consider, not the least of which is taste. Even though consumers have become smarter about what they purchase, manufacturers are still playing fast & loose with packaging claims, which can mislead you into thinking cereals are more virtuous than they actually are.

While Vitamin C is an absolute must for the body, its source matters. VItamin C or ascorbic acid can be obtained naturally in abundance from amlas, oranges, lemons, sweet lime. Although synthetic ascorbic acid is just as good, athletes might be wiser restricting their intake of high amounts of antioxidants, something vitamin C is rich on.