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Marie Gerber is a writer, product tester and graphic designer living near Houston, Texas. She holds a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design with a minor in Women's Studies.

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Health & Fitness > First Aid First aid for dehydration: 1 of 16
With summer almost upon us, the risk of becoming dehydrated is significantly increased. Dehydration occurs when your body doesn't receive the water and other fluids necessary to carry out its normal functions. Water forms the basis for all body fluids, including blood and digestive juices; aids in the transportation and abso... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to decorate a dorm room: 1 of 15
A dorm room definitely poses a challenge for even the most experienced decorator. The little space that you have generally doesn't have too much to offer. In my case it was stark white brick walls, dreadfully dark and grungy carpeting and awful built-in furniture. Not only are you given very little to work with, but you also... More..
Education > College Study Tips How to avoid study burnout: 3 of 42
Learning to properly manage your time is one of the keys to success in college. Too little studying can leave you unprepared, while too much studying can actually negatively affect your performance as well. Studying for long periods of time with no breaks can lead to burnout, which can include feelings of boredom, fatigue an... More..
Style & Beauty > Makeup How to do makeup for your wedding: 1 of 14
Your wedding day is the one day of your life where all eyes should be on you, so you want to look your absolute best. Even if you don't regularly wear any makeup, your wedding day should be an exception. This is not to say that you want to completely transform yourself. You should still look like you, just a slightly more po... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Care Hair care tips for combatting dandruff: 1 of 14
Scalp flakiness, otherwise know as dandruff, can be an embarrassing and persistent problem. This condition, which can cause an itchy scalp and white flakes that are often visible against dark hair or clothing, affects more than fifty percent of Americans each year. Many people mistakenly think that dandruff is just dry scalp... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss Ways to control food portions: 2 of 27
Whether you're looking to lose weight or just improve your eating habits, when it comes to healthy eating, size definitely does matter. Many diets focus almost solely on what foods you are eating (eat carbs, don't eat carbs, etc.), but we seem to be forgetting that portions are important as well. In recent years, portions se... More..
Education > College Life A college student's guide to healthy eating: 1 of 12
Eating a healthy diet as a college student can sometimes seem like an impossible feat. If you were lucky, growing up you had someone who was kind enough to prepare healthy meals for you at least once in awhile and to nag you when ate ice cream straight out of the carton. However, now you're on your own and the mini fridge in... More..
Style & Beauty > Vintage & Bargain Clothing Fashion on a low budget: 1 of 12
A limited budget is not an excuse to look frumpy and outdated. There are several ways that you can be fashionable even when money is tight. #1. Try thrift stores and flee markets. You'd be surprised the treasures you might find! Just make sure to check carefully for holes and stains when buying secondhand clothing. #2. Don't... More..
Food & Drink > Tea 5 reasons to drink green tea: 1 of 12
Along with the juice fast and the new acai berry craze, Green Tea has gained popularity when it comes to recent health food and weight loss fads. However, unlike most other drinks and supplements that fall under this category, green tea actually does boast some impressive and scientifically proven health benefits. While thes... More..
Health & Fitness > Gym & Health Club Dealing with gym intimidation: 2 of 22
Going to the gym can be an intimidating experience, especially for those who are overweight or out of shape or at least imagine themselves to be. You assume that the girl on the treadmill next to you with the perfect abs is secretly amused by the fact that you're red in the face and sweating profusely and you haven't even wo... More..