Blog - Sheryl Kraft

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How to Get Full(er) Lips

Published in: Allergan, How to get fuller lips, How to get plump lips, hyaluronic acid, Juvedederm Vobella, Juvederm Ultra XC, lip augmentation

Quick: If you had limited time to put on makeup in the morning, what one thing would you reach for? Did you say mascara? Or was it lipstick? For me, it's all about the lips (although I must admit that eyelashes are a close second). Sure, eyelashes may thin as we age, but lips...well, they take thinning to the extreme. It's really no surprise that so many people visit Dr. Little for … [Read more...] about How to Get Full(er) Lips

What You Need to Know: “Best If Used By” Dates

Published in: Food safety, Health, how to know if food is fresh, Nutrition, refrigerating food, sell-by dates, Staying Healthy, when to throw out food

It happens every time I go to clean out my fridge: Oh no! Those eggs are how old? If I use that mustard with a date of 2014 stamped on its label, will I die? The yogurt expired two weeks ago...but it seems okay. (Is it?) The next thing I know, I'm hurtling things toward the garbage, cursing under my breath the whole time about how much money I'm wasting on food. {{{{{{echoes of that … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know: “Best If Used By” Dates

Is Your Everyday Life Setting You Up for Pain?

Published in: alternative pain relief, back pain, do it yourself pain relief, Massage, muscle aches & pains, muscle pain, Wahl, Wahl massagers

Our lives are filled with so much motion that can strain our body, a complex, amazing machine. Just thinking about all the possibilities is enough to make us dizzy: we turn, bend, lift, walk, run and move. And even when we're not in motion, that brilliant machine with all its moving parts is still being challenged: It's possible, after all, that sitting, standing or even sleeping in the wrong … [Read more...] about Is Your Everyday Life Setting You Up for Pain?

Tanning Sans Sun

Published in: Clarins, How to apply self-tanner, How to make your fake tan last longer, How to tan without the sun, Self-tanner, St. Tropez

Skin Fact: "Whether you're at the beach or in your own backyard, keep in mind that about 90 percent of nonmelanoma skin cancers and about 86 percent of melanomas can be attributed to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation." -Skin Cancer Foundation I can't help it - my skin looks better when it's tan. (It works wonders for covering up the uneven sun spots and veins that have taken up residence on … [Read more...] about Tanning Sans Sun

Flip Flops Are Bad for Politics. They’re Bad For Your Feet, Too.

Published in: Dr. Jackie Sutera, flip flops, foot health, foot pain, giveaway, how to avoid foot pain, plantar fasciitis, summer footwear, summer sandals, Vioni, Vionic Innovation Lab

Are you getting as weary as I am of this (rather endless) Presidential race, full of drama, blaming, shaming and its usual share of flip-flops? But the good news is that we can distract ourselves with beautiful, warm weather (finally)! Rather than spending yesterday morning tuning into CNN or any of the other dozens of networks spewing political slurs, I attacked my closet; joyous to be packing … [Read more...] about Flip Flops Are Bad for Politics. They’re Bad For Your Feet, Too.

A High School Student and Aspiring Writer from Australia Reaches Out…

I would love to hear a few things on the prospect from a first hand-perspective, and would be thrilled to learn more about it from you. Your advice is well valued and I’m very grateful to have such wise words from someone with such first hand experience.

I will be looking forward to reading more of your wonderful articles in the future!

Best wishes,

Mikayla

Due to your article, traffic and sales have been great this past week!

On behalf of our entire organization, we'd like to thank you so much for featuring our product in last week’s Parade Magazine. Due to your article, traffic and sales have been great this past week.! We are a small business that prides ourselves on excellent product quality and customer service. We work hard to make quality products and market them effectively but then sometimes you get a gift like your article which really takes us to the next level. We will be eternally grateful to you for choosing us as one of your eye product recommendations.

I’m writing to express my admiration for the work you are doing!

I'm a young medical writer trying to get a foothold in the industry, so the portfolio you have on your website showcasing your accomplishments is something that I'm aiming to achieve.

I don't want to take up too much of your time, but I am hoping you can share some advice, tips, or guidance as I work on this, my lateral career change!

Thanks for taking the time to read this - I know you probably have much more exciting things to be doing, but just know that your work is inspiring me to continue down this writing path.