Body Dramas Solved

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  Love Your Body
  
  Are your boobs and bad dye jobs keeping you up at night? AOL Wellness Life Coach Nancy Amanda Redd author of 'Body Drama'offers reassurance for all the lumps, bumps, and smells that make every woman unique and beautiful.

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  My Thighs Look Like Cottage Cheese
  
  No cream, laser or pill can remove your cellulite. Sorry. But there are ways to lessen its appearance. Drink lots of water and moisturize; dehydrated skin makes cellulite more apparent. Exercise is a great solution, too, for tightening and toning areas that are cellulite-prone.

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  My Breasts Aren't Perky Enough
  
  The medical word of sagging breasts is ptosis, which means droop. While working out enhances your overall tone, there are no 'breast lift' exercises. Do what lingerie models do -- invest in a cleavage-inducing, underwired, push-up bra.

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  My Nipples Are Always Hard
  
  Nipplage is caused by a variety of factors, including cold and sexual interest. Many women (and men) like it and think it's sexy. If you don't, one easy way to minimize nipplage is to wear a padded bra. Carefully applied Band-Aids can also help.

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  How Can I Get Rid of My Muffin Top?
  
  What's a 'muffin top?' It's when too-tight jeans cut into your waist, causing excess fat to spill out over the top. You can completely avoid muffin top by wearing pants that are the right size for you, not the size your wish you were.

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  I'm the Only One Who Gains Weight
  
  Everyone processes calories at different rates. Some are lucky; guys have faster metabolism rates than women. Jumpstart your metabolism by eating a good breakfast and small, healthy snacks during the day. Eat dinner at least three hours before bed.

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  I Fried My Hair
  
  If you've stressed your strands, start a routine of hair therapy. Lay off the chemicals and lay on the conditioner. While waiting for your hair to grow back, check your diet. Nutrients such as vitamin B12 and sulfur can stimulate hair growth.

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  I Have Yucky Stuff Under My Nails
  
  Fungus of the nail, onychomycosis, is common to both finger and toe nails, though it's more likely to be on your tootsies. Leave your closed toe shoes in the closet and remove any fake nails or polish. Only a physician can prescribe medication that will solve the problem.

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  I Bathe Daily But I Reek
  
  Bathing often is not as important as bathing properly. Begin with your neck and ears and work down, getting into all your body's nooks and crannies with soap and water. Any spot that grows hair also grows bad-smelling bacteria, so leave no spot unwashed.

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  I Smell Down There
  
  Every woman's unique mix of hormones and diet produces distinctive discharges and scents. Don't simply blame vaginal odor on yeast infections. A more common culprit is bacterial vaginosis (BV). If your usual aroma alters for the worse, see your doctor. If it's BV, antibiotics can clear the air.