Last week I mentioned Mama Gena’s School of Womanly Arts . A commenter told us about it and suggested I go, so I went on Friday night

Joanna over at Smitten does a great job helping you ladies pick out first date ensembles , but I've been flying blind for the last few months.…

In this week's sex Q&A: Herpes info, botched circumcision, blood in urine, extra leakage, STD risks, & more.

Grab your fork: Filling up on healthy foods is the best way to say sayonara to those stubborn 5, 10 or 15 pounds. A few years ago, when I complained about the extra luggage I was carrying, a trainer told me, “That’s between you and the bread basket.” And she was right.

Whether it’s sneaking a few too many crackers or forgoing fresh salads for fried sides, seemingly minor moves can make a big dent in your diet. Look out for these calorie-adding culprits and learn how to sidestep their diet-ruining effects.

SELF went to the pros to poke holes in these popular fitness myths that pervade gyms, pools and exercise classes. Arm yourself with the facts to keep you slim, strong and even smarter.

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could wave a wand to erase the extra weight on you? That wand may not exist, but there are tricks that can help you slim down magically by tapping in to the power of your mind.

One of the healthiest ways to shed pounds for good is to eat power foods that are naturally filling, nutrient-packed and, yes, proven to help you peel off pounds. Pile your plate with these prize possessions!

Hard to believe, but there could be a benefit to loading up your breakfast plate.

With all the clinking and drinking this time of year, it’s easy to get carried away. And despite our best efforts (mainlining water, snacking on party pretzels), women are more likely to be hung over than men because we produce a less active form of the enzyme that breaks down alcohol in the stomach.

But getting a sleek, sexy stomach is easier than you think.

Worried about slipping into a sexy cocktail dress? Skip the juice fast. The smartest and most effective way to get trim and toned before a big night out is with exercise

When time and planning doesn’t allow for a sensible precelebration snack, I try to choose my hors d’oeuvres and snacks wisely. Here are a few smart choices, all 100 calories or less.

Here are a few of my favorite low-calorie treats (all less than 100 calories per serving!) to try this season. Bonus: They’re as easy to make as they are tasty to eat.

“Food is not the enemy. It’s how much you eat!” Those are the very wise words of one of America’s favorite chefs, Giada De Laurentiis, who also happens to be SELF’s December cover girl.