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i want to loose 10 pounds in 2 weeks.

i was really looking into doing the maple syrup diet since you loose 20 pounds in ten days! but i think its a little extreme for me and i dont have the right enviornment for it.

since the detox is kind of starvation i was wondering if i could potentionaly loose ten pounds quickly by doing a starvation diet.

id idealy like to simple eat coffee, fat free frozen yogurt, and chicken for a week. just that. maybe an apple or some fruit but nothing more.

would i be able to loose a lot of weight by reducing my calorie intake that much? or will i simply go into starvation mode and my body will gain weight...
i really am not educated enough in this department to know if this will work.
YES I AM AWARE THAT STARVATION IS EXTREMLY HARMFULL but i simply want to loose ten pounds thats it. i do not want to get an eating disorder or anything like that! i LOVE food. that is why i need to loose the weight!

so, can i go on a starvation diet and succesfuly loose ten pounds?

if not how could i? i need to loose ten pounds in 2 weeks or less!

Yeah, you'll probably lose 10 pounds, if not more.

But as soon as you start eating normally again, it'll all pile back on plus some extra because your body will be grabbing everything it can get.

The only way to lose weight and keep it off is with healthy diet and exercise. Expecting to lose 10 pounds in two weeks is unrealistic.

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How do I put my eyeliner on my top eye lid

If you're using a pencil, make sure it's got enough of a point to be neat but won't scratch your skin as you use it. If you're using liquid, it's probably best to go for one with a sponge tip to start with as these are much easier. The tips look like felt tip pens rather than the very thin brush tips, which are trickier to use.

Rather than rest your finger on your cheek, personally I find it easier to just pull the eyelid across and draw the line very slowly and carefully. Start off with a thin line - it's easier to build up a thin one than get rid of one that's too thick. Face wipes and q-tips are handy for cleaning up any mistakes.

It does take some practice but eventually you'll work out a technique that works best for you and you'll get quicker and neater, everyone has their own little tricks and angles etc.

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i am 13 and i have not got my period yet and i realy want it how can i get it and how will i know if i am going to get it

There is no set age to start your period. Anything between 11 and 16 is normal. Periods are one of the final stages of puberty, generally you will begin to develop breasts, pubic hair etc first.

Seriously though, you do not want it. It can be really annoying, appreciate not having it while you still can!

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I acquired a sunburn tan, meaning that my skin burned first and turned into a tan. Now, the skin is very dark and doesn't feel natural. It has a soft leather feel. Will this eventually go away? Because I have to say that I don't really like the look or feel.

**I am unable to use the sunscreen that we purchased because it makes my skin irritated and I have yet to purchase sunscreen meant for sensitive skin.

The 'leathery' feeling is sun damage. It should go away eventually but unless you start wearing sunscreen, you'll probably end up with skin like that forever.

I suggest you moisturise your skin with a sensitive, non-scented lotion to help with its appearance and texture.

In future, please, please wear sunscreen. Having a tan now is NOT worth looking awful by the time you're 40.

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I usually don't buy any articles of clothing over $20 (I bought a $25 pair of shorts before though). This is for everyday clothes and not dresses for wedding and stuff.

Well I went to Ricki's today (such an expensive store!) and bought a beautiful pair of black pants (I always wanted a nice pair of black pants because when I go to a formal event and I'm always venting out to my friends on what to wear, they always tell me black pants and a nice top but I only have black jeans that could be considered black pants. And Suzy Shier has lots but I don't like the material of any; too itchy). I hate shopping but today I went insane and if I didn't bring $70, I would have bought all three pairs!

I bought my favourite one of the three, each was the same price, $49.50 but with tax the total was $55.94 (yikes!) but I got it anyway because I thought it was an essential piece.

From what I've mentioned above, this is more than I spent. Do you think I made a good decision? I didn't even think about that until my friend questioned me!

I always think it's worth spending more on something you know you will get alot of wear out of and that is good quality. If you rarely spend alot of money on clothes then I don't think you should really feel guilty, unless you can't afford essentials such as bills and food etc. It's fine to treat yourself every once in a while. If you still feel guilty, then return them.

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So the only bra store that's near where I live is la Senza and I want to get measured but I want someone who has gotten it done before to tell me exactly how it goes. I'm TINY soooo I'm scared that they'll laugh or something and I hear stories about how La Senza only has large bra sizes (but I just want to know MY SIZE so when ever I go to the store I'll just look at the size on the tag, buy, and done!).

The people who measure for bras aren't going to laugh at you. It's their job to measure boobs, they see all shapes and sizes are very professional about it. You can leave your bra on to get measured so there's no embarrassment.

A lady will use a tape measure to measure round the top of your rib cage and around your breasts at their widest part. She will then help you select some bras which fit.

A word of warning: all bras are different, you should always try them on even if you know your size in that shop as certain shapes and types of bras fit differently. You should also remember that different shops' bras vary in sizes, so just because you are one size in one place, don't assume you will be the same size in another.

As for La Senza only stocking large sizes, that's not true. Actually, their sizes tend to be on the small side (for example a D in La Senza is the equivalent of a C elsewhere).

You have nothing to worry about, the person who measures you will have seen it all before. A well-fitting bra is really important for your posture, your back and most importantly, your boobs, so it's worthwhile to get one that you know fits perfectly.

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i still don't believe it really works even after i did it myself! why does rinsing your hair with cold water make it shiny? all I did was rinse my hair and dry it in the coldest water i could get and my hair shines like crazy!

The surface of your hair is made up of cuticles. Hot water and using heat products such as hair dryers and straighteners cause these cuticles to stand up, stopping it from shining. When you use cold water, it seals the cuticles so they lie flat and are able to reflect the light more, making your hair look shiny.

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i know this might be a weird question, but i'm just curious. i smoke, have been for almost 3 years. all of my friends smoke, as well. and we bum out cigarettes to eachother a lot, but whenever i bum out, i have a method; one for now, one for the road, so i give them two cigarettes. thats just to whomever asks me. i think giving a person one cigarette when they're jones-ing is just rude. i think two is a good number. but is that being too generous? i'd want someone to do the same with me, but i havent met anyone who has done that.

also, i'm 17, so obviously i can't buy cigarettes myself. so whenever someone buys me a pack of cigarettes, i give them gas money or if they smoke, as well, i'll buy them a pack of whatever. is that what i owe to them for their service, or is that too generous, as well?

You do sound rather generous but there's nothing wrong with that as long as you aren't being taken advantage of. It's up to you how generous you are, just make sure people don't exploit your generousity.

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My friend told me that her dad keep trying to feel on her....and she hasn't told her mother...she says he has even tried to finger her....she says she doesn't want to tell her mom until its the right time....what should she really do? Should I tell someone even though she asked me not to? I'm really scared for her!

If she won't tell anyone then you need to. This is a serious matter which needs to be dealt with. If she refuses to tell her mother then you need to contact the appropriate authorities.

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im not a lesbian AT ALL.
i like men and im straightttt...
im 18 years years old and i have a best friend whose a girl who im ALWAYS WITH. i have never been attracted to her or never ever made a move on her and she never made a move on me but we got really drunk together and we made out!!!! we were naked a we made out and ending up going really far...
she went down on me and i went down on her and we fingered each other.
it was so weird....

were laughing it off now but idk i feel so weird about it and cant stop thinking about it.
im not gay but ew i feel so weird.
what do i do?
why dud this happen?
how do i fix this?

Experimentation is pretty normal when you're young. Like you said, you were drunk, these things happen.

Chalk it up to experience and if it made you feel weird, don't do it again. We all do things we regret. As long as your friendship hasn't been damaged you have nothing to worry about. You said you are laughing it off so hopefully that's an indication that it didn't change anything between you.

If you're concerned about your sexuality then you need to have a think about it. If you've never been attracted to girls before then it could just be a genuine drunken mistake. If you've always considered yourself straight but are now having second thoughts, it could be that you are bisexual. Or you could just be curious. From the sounds of things though, it was just a one-off experimentation thing and nothing more.

Eventually the weird feeling will wear off.

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so.. i put my first tampon in for the first time last night and i didn't really know how but i figured it out. i slept in it.. which was about eight to nine hours.. i woke up and went to the bathroom and i tried to take it out.. it didn't and so i went to the bathroom and it still didn't.. what do i do? is it because i stopped my period maybe? all i know is that it REALLY hurts when i try to take it out :(

It's really important that you remove this tampon now, even if it hurts to do so. It's not safe to leave a tampon in for longer than 8 hours as you are potentially putting yourself at risk of infection or even worse, Toxic Shock.

It could be that your period ended or that the absorbency is too high. Most females find that their flow is heavier and lighter at different times during their cycle. For example, it's common to have a heavy flow at the beginning and then a light one at the end of your period. If this is the case for you, you shouldn't be using the same absorbency of tampon the whole way through your period. You should always use the lowest absorbency possible. So if your period is very light, don't use a tampon designed for a heavy period.

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Is it just something that some people get luckily,or can it passed on from your parents? My dad eats a LOT of junk,he eats a lot of hot stuff too and a lot of salt. he puts salt on everything and he eats all day. He also goes to the bathroom a LOT. He weighs 150 pounds and it looks like he cant gain more than that. Hes been eating like this for years, he eats wayy more than me and he doesn't gain anything.
I think its lucky to have high metabolism cuz u can eat all the junk you want and gain no weight. I would love to do that.How does he have high metabolism and how can I get it?

Your metabolism isn't always hereditary.

Just because your dad can eat whatever he likes, it doesn't mean it's a good thing. Being thin doesn't mean you are healthy. It's very bad for you to consume large amounts of salt and junk food. Your dad probably suffers from digestive problems and tiredness among other things.

A method to boost your metabolism is to eat little and often. For example, instead of eating three large meals a day, eat five smaller ones. This doesn't work with foods that are high in salt, fat and sugar though. It's also important to eat breakfast as it kick starts your metabolism for the day. Contrary to popular belief, skipping meals doesn't help you lose weight, it slows your metabolism down and actually has the opposite effect.

The best way to eat more and not gain weight? Exercise.

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hey. my name is evan. im 15 years old. i currently have melanoma skin cancer. this is kinda embarassing to ask but my older brother punches me in the junk for no reason alot and i just wanted to no why it hurts so much to be hit there. and also y does it hurt girls to be hit there? and y do i feel like throwing up when it happens. i hope these questions didnt make u feel uncomfortable. thanks for your help.

Testicles are a vital part of your body as they contain sperm which is essential to create human life. As a result, testicles are lined with thousands of nerve endings, all concentrated into a small area so that when they are 'attacked' you are instantly made aware so you are able to protect them. The reason you feel nauseus and may have a stomach ache when they get hit is because they form in the lower abdomen area. It doesn't hurt girls as much as they don't have as much to protect down there but there are still a concentrated amount of nerve endings which is why it is still painful. The most comparible pain for a girl is to get hit directly in the ovaries.

Getting hit in the testicles can actually be incredibly dangerous and your brother really shouldn't be doing that to you. It can cause infertility and in severe cases, even death.

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Hey I'm evan. i am 15 years old and have two illnesses im having problems with. i have been diagnosed with pretty serious melanoma skin cancer for the second time which i am going through chemo for. i think i may also have ocd. im not a really a germaphobe - i dont wash my hands all the time or anything but i do have a huge problem with peoples spit and touching anything that goes into my mouth. also when my older brother and i are playing video games and he leaves the case of the game open i feel like i have to shut it or it will keep distracting me. i also cant stand strings on peoples clothes. im def not a neat person. my room is a pit and my locker at school was always a mess. i guess i see certain symptoms of ocd but others are completely not there. i also get on one subject and think about it constantly. for instance if i am watching a movie and my mom asks "what was that actor in?" i cant watch the movie or enjoy it without finding that out first. thanks for your help.
evan

Sorry about your skin cancer, I really hope your treatment goes well.

Those kind of behaviours are actually quite common. Alot of people display some forms of OCD at some point in their lives. Like you, I'm not obsessed with washing my hands or tidiness but I hate people's breath or hands near my face and if I get into my head that something has to be a certain way, I obsess over it. As long as it isn't taking over your life and causing you problems, I wouldn't worry about it. If it is, then you need to visit your doctor and talk it through with him/her.

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Well i got my pair of Reebok EasyTone, and you hear great reviews form it and all and segments on TV shoes, but on the tag it says made in Vietnam! I am Vietnamese but it's a pretty poor place. Do you think the shoes are really worth what they're made of?

Nowadays, the majority of companies have their products made abroad. The labour is much, much cheaper, meaning the company can make a bigger profit. Alot of those workers are horribly exploited but I did a quick bit of research and it seems that Reebok are an ethical company, which means they treat their labourers fairly.

The quality of the shoes is unlikely to be compromised but like all products of this kind, they're likely to cost more than they're worth.

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when you dream off someone is it cause they went to bed dreaming of you? or when you think of someone is it cause they are thinking of you?

Impossible. How on Earth is your brain going to know someone else is thinking of you? Dreams are controlled by your subconcious thinking while you are asleep, not by any exterior force. The same goes for your thoughts, they are controlled by you and you alone.

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i think i'm anemic, ("think" meaning i have all the symptoms, just haven't been properly diagnosed) so i'm tired all the time. seriously, the only time i'm NOT complaining about being tired is when i'm asleep. then no matter how much sleep i get, still tired. but thats not what my question is about.

my question is about the fact that i'm tired all the time, but i'm very jumpy and twitchy. like i'll be sitting on the ground and my legs will be bouncing, or when i'm sitting anywhere, any way, my leg will be bouncing. i try to stop but it feels like i need to. and then if they're not moving, my hands are playing with something; my hair, my fingers, my clothes, a pencil, paper, etc. or i'll be moving around in my chair. anyone know why this is? anyone who sees this might think i have infinite energy, but its the exact opposite.

In order to determine if you are anemic, you will need a blood test and therefore it is essential you visit your doctor. He/she is the only person who can give you a correct diagnosis, we cannot diagnose you over the internet. Your symptoms could be indications of any number of conditions and it's important you see a professional who can assess you properly.

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Hey, me again girl/13
im dating this one guy named vince and im totally in love with him but, i also havent gotten over my ex tony me and tony have dated alot and i still really love him i keep telling him soo he knows i do but i talk to my ex bf more than my current bf i havent even hung out with my current bf yet this summer but i hang out with my ex alot
can you help me?
-shaunee

Thanks for inboxing.

I think it's pretty obvious what you should do and I think you know that. Even if Tony doesn't feel the same way about you, it isn't fair on anyone to continue to date your current boyfriend when you still have feelings for your ex.

Even if your ex isn't interested in getting back together, I think you should break up with your current boyfriend before anyone gets hurt. Only then can you seriously pursue a relationship with your ex.

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two weeks ago i went to Hot Topic and took photo shoots. it was yesterday i had gotten a letter in the mail saying i was accepted to be a model at Hot Topic, bad part is i have to move to southern California to model at the head industry. my friends are happy for me, my bf too. but i wasnt. because if i left i wouldnt be able to spend time with them anymore. and were all really close. i knew them since i was little my boyfriends too. i mean im caught between doing something i really want and being with the people i really want. what do i do?..

At some point in everyone's lives, it's normal to move away or get a job and do something else. I can understand how difficult this decision is for you but you are you really going to live in the same place with the same people forever?

If your friends and boyfriend are as close as you say they are, then surely they'll be able to come and visit you? You'll also be able to go back and visit them. It'll be difficult but if this is your dream career then isn't it worth it?

It's all really important that you look at the details of the job carefully. Make sure this isn't a short-term thing that could leave you nowhere in a couple of year's time or less. You don't want to give up everything for something that doesn't last.

Ultimately it is up to you to decide what to do but personally, I would take the job.

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in american pie when jim is in his bed with nadia what happens thats embarrasing for him? i don't get what happened

He ejaculates prematurely then after he convinces her to stay, he does it again, in front of everyone watching on webcam.

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