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When Rachel Beckwith turned nine in June, she didn’t ask for barbies or clothes. Instead, she wanted her friends and family to donate to charity:water, a decision she made after learning that millions of people don’t live to see their fifth birthday because they don’t have access to clean and safe water. This weekend, Rachel
READ MOREWant to shed some excess pounds? No celebrity trainers or expensive diets required! 31-year-old Entourage star Jay Ferrarra lost about 55 pounds the old fashion way. In 2009, he switched to a healthy diet—trading in burgers and fries for organic vegetables and tofu—and started hiking throughout California. Mother Nature Network, 7/20/2011
READ MORELifetime's biopic on J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series, premiered earlier this week. We think this film is Good for You entertainment worth watching, and this is why: Rowling went through a great deal in her life–an abusive husband whom she left and divorced, a period of time when she was on welfare
READ MOREA breath of fresh air or a brisk walk helps the elderly, often cooped up in nursing homes, fight off what some are calling “nature deficit disorder” and is deeply rooted in quality of life issues. Being outdoors helps people feel alive, happier, and even younger, experts say. Though the older generations may need some
READ MOREDoing laundry doesn’t just require your time and energy, but it comes with some serious costs to the environment. From letting your clothes air-dry to making your own detergent, the Environmental Protection Agency offers some green tips that will cut down on electricity and water, and save you a little green too. MSNBC, 7/20/2011
READ MORETwins are one the best surprises life can throw your way. But this unexpected joy can chuck more expenses down your alley as well. A panel of experts, led by TODAY’s financial editor Jean Chatzky, answers viewers’ questions about the best way to update savings accounts for an unexpected baby, whether it's just one or
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