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Ka-ka-what? Say it like “kah-kuh-DOO.” This tiny Australian plum’s extract is being touted as the latest, greatest source of skin-brightening, protective vitamin C. “Kakadu plum extract is a good natural source of C and contains gallic and ellagic acids and vitamin E, making it antioxidant-rich,” says GH Senior Product Analyst Mary Clarke. “If stabilized in a skincare formula, it may help improve skin tone and boost collagen production.”…

ASK APRIL April Franzino Beauty Director @aprilfranzino Nope. Dipping into a skincare jar won’t “contaminate” the product with bacteria, reducing its efficacy. The GH Beauty Lab says most formulas contain preservatives that make them stable enough to stand up to bacteria and air exposure until the expiration date on the packaging. Still wary? Apply with a swab or spoon. Dip right into our Seal holder Boots No7 Lift & Luminate Night Cream, $25, Target HAVE A QUESTION? E-MAIL ASKAPRIL @GOODHOUSEKEEPING.COM.…

DAY-TO- N IGHT SHIMMER Dab pearly cream highlighter or shadow on inner corners of eyes, cheekbones and bridge of nose. Essential shimmering Facial Whip, $1, elfcosmetics.com 2-minute MAKEOVER neutral FACE Over your regular foundation and coverup, lightly brush an iridescent skin-toned face powder onto cheeks, sweeping from apples up to temples. golden EYES Glide gold cream eye shadow from lash line to crease, blending with a finger. Add a dot of shadow at center of eyelid. coral LIPS fair skin BEACHY SCENTS Mist on one of these new lightened-up summer fragrances with breezy, aquatic notes. Bon “voyage”! Terry de Gunzburg Bleu Paradis Eau de Parfum, $195, barneys.com; CK One Summer Calvin Klein Eau de Toilette Spray, $54, Macy’s…

ART + ARCHITECTURE Don’t miss the Piet Mondrian installation (through October) at the Frank Gehry–designed Art Gallery of Ontario. ago.net HOT ’HOOD Get your culture fix with a visit to West Queen West, an area known for its indie art and boutiques. For one-of-a-kind gifts, we love Drake General Store. drakegeneralstore.ca BEAT THE HEAT Arrive early if you want to score a seat beneath a pink umbrella at Sugar Beach. On weekends, this posh lakeside spot is packed! waterfrontoronto.ca CAFFEINE FIX Toronto is famous for its range of fresh and locally made coffees. A few to check out: Ella’s Uncle, White Squirrel and Dark Horse Espresso Bar. ellasuncle.com; whitesquirrelcoffee.com; darkhorseespresso.com GOOD EATS The city’s food-truck scene is getting serious, so keep your eyes peeled for a range of diverse street food (mmm, Fidel…

GENIUS IDEA SEASONAL GUEST “HOUSE” Host out-of-town friends in a cozy converted shed. GENIUS IDEA ALFRESCO LIVING ROOM Transform an empty patio by upcycling wood pallets. Pillows, gauzy curtains, candles and paper lanterns add ambience. THE PROJECT PALLET TABLE Whip up one (or two!) on the cheap in under an hour. PALLET Wood pallets, $16 each, homedepot.com PAINT Exterior Barn and Fence Paint, $15 per gallon, behr.com WHEELS Metal casters, $6 each, homedepot.com GENIUS IDEA TAKEOUT WINDOW Add a countertop to a kitchen sill. Pull up a stool for diner-style eating on your deck. For similar stools, we love Office Star Bristow Barstools, $225 for four, wayfair.com. trending TINY HOUSE The miniature movement hits the backyard. READING NOOK Cozy up with a summer sizzler — rain or shine — in…

SINGLE-SERVE STAR Oster My Blend Blender, oster.com ($30) Compact and sleek, this machine whirs up a portable smoothie for one in seconds. Operation is stress-free: Push down on the jar, and blending starts immediately. Replace the blade with the lid, and your drink is travel-ready. Though it has only one setting, the Oster blends fruit concoctions just as well as its more imposing rivals do. OVERALL WINNER Breville The Boss Blender, brevilleusa.com ($450) This state-of-the-art blender aced our battery of tests. Hankering for a supers mooth frozen cocktail? No problem. And with the world’s first Green Smoothie button, it transforms tough-stemmed kale into a drinkable breakfast. The one caveat: It’s very noisy (think motorcycle-loud). BEST VALUE Cuisinart PowerEdge 1000 Watt Blender, cuisinart.com ($200) Of all the machines tested, this was…

GET TIME ON YOUR SIDE Master the fine art of multitasking with secrets from supermoms. Laura Vanderkam, author of the new book I Know How She Does It (Portfolio, $28), asked 133 working mothers with high-responsibility jobs (e.g., lawyers, physicians, corporate managers) to log every hour of every day for one to two weeks to see exactly how they managed their minutes. Their sneaky strategies will surprise you! Steal a few of their tips and tricks (see boxes) and work ’em like a boss. EVERY DAY HERO TARA VAUGHN BALDWIN Lifting the spirits of kids whose dads died in war HER INSPIRATION When Tara Vaughn Baldwin’s Navy SEAL brother, Aaron Vaughn, was killed in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan in 2011, he left behind two young children. Crushed by the…

HOW IT WORKS: Submit your story of 1,500 to 2,500 words at goodhousekeeping.com /memoir-contest. You’ll be entered for a chance to win $2,000 and possible publication of the winning story in a future issue or on goodhousekeeping.com. DEADLINES: Entries must be received by midnight September 1, 2015. One entry per person is allowed. Submitted material cannot be returned or acknowledged. The winner will be notified by March 1, 2016. ELIGIBILITY: Open to anyone age 21 or older who is a legal resident of the United States, the District of Columbia or Canada (excluding Quebec). For details, see page 150. “SILVER LININGS” WRITING CONTEST No purchase necessary to enter or win. Sponsored by Hearst Communications, Inc. Beginning June 1, 2015, at 12:01 A.M. (ET) through September 1, 2015, at 11:59 P.M.…

FOR YOUR HOME CVS PHARMACY BRAND ALL-PURPOSE FIRST AID KIT Open up this soft case, and you’ll see clearly labeled, resealable packets filled with items and instructions for six types of problems: cuts and scrapes; bleeding, wounds and burns; blisters, stings and splinters; sprains and strains; shock and the need for CPR; and headaches and other pain. So straightforward that anyone — even in panic mode — can use it. $17, cvs.com FOR YOUR CAR AAA 121-PIECE ROAD TRIP FIRST AID KIT Thanks to its hard case, this sturdy and complete zip-up kit won’t get crushed by whatever else — say, a stroller or golf bag — is rolling around in your trunk. It’s also free of oral meds, a useful safety precaution given that extreme temperatures can spoil drugs.…

1. External Obliques They lie atop the internal obliques and help you rotate and flex sideways. 2. Internal Obliques The deeper of the two layers of obliques; they help you flex and rotate from side to side. 3. Transverse Abdominis This innermost muscle wraps around your belly button and compresses your trunk. Think of it as your body’s corset. 4. Rectus Abdominis The central muscles that get all the glory: “These are the ‘six-pack’ muscles we see on people with low body fat,” says olson. This layer flexes and curls your trunk. PART 2 AB Q & A HOW DOES AGING AFFECT ABS? Fluctuating hormone levels (a feature of both pregnancy and perimenopause) relax the muscles in your midsection. Plus, every time you put on pounds — pregnancy-related or otherwise…

OLD LABEL You'll still see this in stores on washers made before March 7, 2015, when energy use wasn't required to be measured as comprehensively. NEW LABEL Washers made on or after M arch 7, 2015, use less H2O, and electricity usage is measured more rigorously. BUYING TIP Because energy info on old labels is calculated using a different standard than on new labels, only compare label data when it’s apples to apples (old to old, new to new). CONSUMER UPDATE: All washing machines made and sold since this past March 7 are required to use less water than older models — and their energy use is measured using a revised standard you'll see reflected on new labels (above right). Estimates of energy use and cost now include how much…

COCONUT FRENCH TOAST In shallow 3-qt. baking dish, whisk 5 lg. eggs, 1 can (14 oz.) unsweetened coconut milk, 1⁄4 c. brown sugar, 1⁄2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice and pinch salt. In 12-in. nonstick skillet, heat 1 tsp. vegetable oil on med. Soak 4 thick slices brioche or challah bread in egg mixture, letting excess drip off; add to skillet. Sprinkle each slice with 2 Tbsp. sweetened shredded coconut; press to adhere. Cook 4 min. or until bottom of bread is deep golden brown. Gently turn slices over; cook 2 min. or until coconut flakes are deep golden brown. Transfer to parchment-lined cookie sheet and keep warm in 300°F oven. Repeat with 4 more slices bread, adding another 1 tsp. oil if necessary. Serve with mixed berries, confectioners’ sugar and…

FASHION & BEAUTY CHECKLIST MONOGRAMMING Make a great initial impression SILVER MANI KAKADU SKINCARE MINI BAGS 2-IN-1 PERFUME BEAUTY PEARLS STRAPPY FLATS TRIBAL PRINTS GLOWY MAKEUP DO-GOOD FINDS SAILOR PANTS SMOOTH HAIR What’s Now trending…

AIRBRUSHING The new touch-up: clear mortifying balms that smooth and blur pores. 1. Revlon PhotoReady Prime + Anti Shine Balm, $13. 2. YSL Touche Éclat Blur Perfector, $55, yslbeautyus.com. HAIR CLEANSE Ginger, lemon and basil extracts invigorate lifeless locks and your senses. 3. Herbal Essences Wild Naturals Detoxifying Shampoo, $6. STRAND SHIELD This leave-in spray’s sunflower oil and amino acids create a shine boosting, sun-protective veil over hair. 4. Fekkai Pre-Soleil Hair Mist, $8, fekkai.com. BETTER BLUSH This fun, spongy cream gives a sheer wash of skin-brightening color. 5. Lancôme Blush Subtil Crème in Coral Alizé, $24, lancome-usa.com. METALLIC MASCARA On one end, a black volume mascara; on the other, a bronze to swipe on for glitz. 6. Circa Dual Focus Lash Volumizing Mascara and Top Coat, $12, Walgreens. SHIMMER…

ON LOCATION ALLAN GARDENS CONSERVATORY Built in 1910, this greenhouse is filled with palms, banana trees, orchids and more. torontobotanicalgarden.ca FLIRTY FABRICS Mix peekaboo neoprene with colorful crochet. Top, $63, and skirt, $81, asos.com. Blue bracelet, $195, kendrascott.com. Gold bracelet, Ava & Aiden, $29, gilt.com. Clutch, $45, galian.com. Green ring, $58, suzsomersall.com. Gold rings, $42 for set of two, ruegembon.com. Earrings, $4, forever21.com. Shoes, Jessica Simpson, $79, zappos.com. BARE SHOULDERS This summer’s essential: an off-the-shoulder neckline. Look for it on everything from loose-sleeved gauzy dresses to more form-fitting tops. Dress, $298, ellamoss.com. Ring, $128, cynthiarybakoff.com. Cuff, Vince Camuto, $48, dillards.com. Summer Colours EYES CoverGirl Bombshell Powder Brow + Liner by Lash Blast in Medium Brown, $9 LIPS Neutrogena Moisture-Smooth Color Stick in Warm Caramel, $8 NAILS Essie in Style Cartel,…

See page 150 for the quick how-to. BUG-OFF CANDLES YOU’LL NEED: candle wax (available at craft stores), citronella oil, essential oils in various scents, wicks HOW-TO: 1. Add wax to a large pot set over medium heat. Stir occasionally to ensure a smooth, even melt. 2. While wax is melting, use a hot glue gun to attach wick to bottom of tin. Wrap length of wick around a stick and rest it on top of tin to prevent it from falling in. 3. Put melted wax in a heatproof bowl. Add citronella oil (1 ounce for every 6 cups melted wax) and, if you’d like to mask the citronella smell, an essential oil like lavender oil. 4. Pour wax into tins and allow to sit until it hardens (about 1…

THINK DINGKS PAGE 141 ALL RECIPES triple TESTED the PANTRY Strawberry Mania Smoothie, Green Light Juice, Frozen Margarita and Beet Red Refresher recipes are adapted from Good Housekeeping Juices & Smoothies: Sensational Recipes to Make in Your Blender, Hearst Books, 2015. Enter for a chance to win one of 10 copies at goodhousekeeping.com/julycookbook. See rules on page 151. Strawberry Mania Smoothie Blend ¼ c. cranberry juice cocktail, chilled; 1 container (8 oz.) low-fat strawberry yogurt; and 1 c. frozen strawberries until smooth. Serves 1. Green Light Juice Blend 4 kale leaves (stems and tough ribs removed and discarded), 1 c. each coconut water and seedless green grapes and 1 (1-in.) piece fresh peeled ginger, sliced, until smooth. Strain through fine sieve into lg. measuring cup; discard pulp. Serves 1. Frozen Margarita…

SMOOTH MOVE No more separation anxiety: Dressings emulsified in the blender never need re-whisking! Green Goddess Dressing Blend 1 c. each sour cream, packed fresh tarragon and packed fresh parsley; 1 c. mayonnaise; 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 5 anchovy fillets; 2 tbsp. snipped fresh chives; 1 tbsp. cider vinegar; and 1 tsp. salt until smooth. Stir into chicken salad with apple and walnuts, or use on a crudité platter or in deviled eggs. Tomato-Miso Dressing In 10-in. skillet, cook 1 c. canola oil; 1 sm. shallot, sliced; 1 jalapeño chile, sliced; and 1 clove garlic, chopped, on med. 3 to 4 min. or until slightly browned, stirring. Add 8 oz. tomatoes, chopped. cook 5 min., stirring. cool. Blend with 3 tbsp. miso, 3 tbsp. rice vinegar and 1 tbsp.…

HAVE A QUESTION? E-MAIL HELOISE@GOODHOUSEKEEPING.COM. Q How can I remove mildew stains from my outdoor cushions? — Dina G. The likely culprits are high humidity and/or leaving the cushions out overnight. While outdoors, brush off mildew with a scrub brush. Then mix ⅓ to . cup dish detergent (with bleach) and a glug of laundry detergent into a gallon of warm water; test on a hidden spot, then check after 15 to 20 minutes. If there’s no harm from the bleach, wet down cushions with a hose and scrub with the solution; let stand 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse well with hose, then rinse again, using scrub brush to get all the suds off. Prop cushions against a chair to air-dry. UNKNOT A CHAIN NECKLACE PLACE THE CHAIN ON A…

The only bummer about summer is the barrage of backyard bang-ups. Every year, trampoline accidents account for almost 90,000 visits to the ER, and grilling and sparkler injuries send about 6,000 more people to the hospital. Minor snafus are no picnic, either. One slip of a watermelon knife or errant flip of a burger, and the party’s over. That’s why we asked the GH Health Lab to find the best first aid kits and consulted emergency pros for their tips and tricks. The result: This year, nothing gets in the way of your family’s good time.…

1. BABY WIPES Say hello to your go-to cleaner-uppers, great for cleaning your hands or a muddy scrape, says Wendy Sue Swanson, M.D., a mother of two and a pediatrician at Seattle Children’s Hospital. 2. HAND TOWEL Unfurl it to create a clean surface for laying out supplies, or roll it up to stanch large bleeding wounds. Plus, says Kathleen Berchelmann, M.D., a pediatrician at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, “helping kids tends to involve vomit; a towel helps with that, too!” 3. KIDDIE PACK Little-known fact: Fun treats can not only make boo-boos seem to hurt less, but also stop kids from squirming — allowing you to take out those splinters! Easy options: bubbles, stickers or character bandages. 4. INFO CARD Write your family’s insurance info, birth dates, allergies, medications…

Strengthen, Lengthen, Tone — the workout that sent Nicole’s “mom pooch” packing — has stomach-fattening down to a science, so we asked SLT instructor Jill DeMarco to adapt three of the program’s most effective exercises for an at-home routine. Now all you need to whittle your middle is a towel, a chair and maybe some cute leggings. BEAR CLAW Start in a plank position with hands on floor and a towel under feet. Use abs to slowly bring both knees beneath hips, keeping back fat (as shown). Without pausing, slowly push legs back out to a plank. Repeat the movement continuously for one minute. FRENCH TWIST Begin in plank, with toes turned to right (left foot in front) and a towel under feet. Using abs, pike hips, sliding feet a…

ASK THE EXPERT Lexie Sachs Textiles Analyst @LexieSachs WHAT DOES THE UPF LABEL ON CLOTHING MEAN? UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) is essentially built-in sunscreen for clothes. A UPF rating indicates the fraction of UV rays that pass through a fabric—so a UPF of 50 means just 1o, or 2%, of rays will hit skin. All clothing has a little UPF naturally (a white T-shirt has a UPF rating of 7), but more companies are making garments with high UPFs by working sunscreen ingredients into fibers and/or using tightly constructed fabrics. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends a UPF rating of 30 or more. Look for brands that make sun-safe clothing, such as Athleta, Lands' End, Columbia, Mott 50 and Coolibar. And do apply SPF 30+ to exposed areas. DROPPED YOUR PHONE…

Veggie Rolls With vegetable peeler, peel zucchini or yellow squash into wide ribbons. Then, mix 1 block (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened, and 1 tsp. salt with choice of flavorings (right). Cut vegetables and fruit into 2-in.-long matchsticks. Spread 1 Tbsp. flavored cream cheese on one end of veggie ribbon. Add veggie/fruit sticks. Roll tightly into bundle. Make up to 1 hr. ahead; let stand at room temperature. CREAM CHEESE/VEGGIE COMBOS: RED PEPPER–BASIL: 1 c. roasted red peppers, finely chopped. Fill with basil, bell peppers, green apples. ASIAN GARDEN: 1 Tbsp. soy sauce + 2 tsp. fresh lime juice. Fill with radishes, green onions, carrots. VEGGIE CHILI: 1 c. shredded Cheddar + 1 tsp. chili powder. Fill with cilantro, cucumber, jicama. ZIPPY PEAR: 11 Tbsp. horseradish + 1 Tbsp. chives.…

The new way to wear “pearls” is on your skin and hair. Brands are rolling out treatments laced with pearl-like capsules suspended in serums. The beads contain concentrated ingredients (for skin, brighteners and tighteners like polysaccharides; for hair, conditioning oils such as coconut), says GH Beauty Lab Director Birnur K. Aral, Ph.D. They burst once pumped out, providing immediate illuminating and nourishing benefits when applied, she explains.…

These wise buys have the power to make you feel as fab as you look. 1. Urban Decay The entire purchase price of Eye shadow Primer Potion in Enigma ($20, Ulta) benefits its women’s rights philanthropy, The Ultraviolet Edge. 2. Philosophy A percentage of all the beauty brand’s U.S. net product sales (forever!) funds its Hope & Grace Initiative, supporting community based mental-health efforts. 3. Thrive Causemetics For every set of the brand’s false eyelashes (below) sold, another is donated to a woman undergoing cancer treatment. problem: “THE FRONT OF MY HAIR FRIZZES UP WHEN I BLOWDRY.” solution: To avoid promoting frizz, blot wet hair with a towel rather than rubbing, and don’t blowdry in a steamy bathroom, says Kevin Mancuso, Nexxus New York Salon Care global hair creative director.…

SPONSORED BY CHEVROLET EARRING ENVY $34.50 Statement earrings are everything this season, and these turquoise stunners add just the right touch of color your new wardrobe needs. Lucky Brand Earrings, luckybrand.com WHAT’S IN THE BOX? $29.99/MONTH Love getting your Birchbox every month? Think of this as the kids’ version, but with an educational twist the whole family can enjoy together. Surprise Ride Box Subscription, supriseride.com KALE 2.0 FROM $3.49 It’s the return of kale! Just when you think you’ve seen (and eaten) it all, there’s a new hybrid that blends in our other favorite veggie: brussels sprouts. Kalettes™, kalettes.com DENIM FOR DAYS $89 This dress does double duty for spring. A pair of cute flats and you’re ready for work. A pair of your favorite espadrilles, and you’re ready for…

Cauliflower Tapenade PREP 20 minutes TOTAL 25 minutes plus chilling 3 c. cauliflower florets (about 12 oz.) 1 c. olive oil 1 c. pitted green olives 2 green onions, sliced 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice Baguette slices or crudités, for serving 1. In bowl, combine cauliflower and 2 tbsp. water. cover; microwave on high 7 min. or until very soft. let cool. 2. In blender, combine oil, olives, green onions and lemon juice; blend until mostly smooth. Add cauliflower and 1 tsp. salt; blend until smooth, stopping and stirring occasionally. Refrigerate until cool. makes 2 cups. serve on baguette slices or with crudités for dipping. SERVES 8 About 275 cals, 1 g protein, 3 g carbs, 29 g fat (4 g sat), 1 g fiber, 390 mg sodium. FLAVOR SAVER…

Fresh Melon Soup with Crispy Pancetta PREP 20 MINUTES TOTAL 25 MINUTES PLUS CHILLING 2 sm. ripe cantaloupes, peeled, seeded and chopped ¼ c. fresh lemon juice ¼ c. packed fresh basil leaves ¼ c. olive oil 1 tbsp. snipped chives, plus more for garnish 8 thin slices pancetta 1. In blender, combine cantaloupe, lemon juice, 1¼ c. water and 1 tsp. salt. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate until cold, about 2 hrs. makes 6 c. (can be made up to 2 days ahead; refrigerate.) 2. Heat 2-qt. saucepan of water to boiling on high. Fill bowl with ice water. Add basil to boiling water; boil 30 sec. or until bright green. With slotted spoon, transfer basil to bowl with ice. let stand 5 min.; drain thoroughly. pat basil dry. to…

1 HOOKS AHOY! Get your entryway in ship shape by installing dock cleats for a nautical twist on hardware. anchor the look: 2 PAINT ON A PARTY This 4th, coat nails with polish flecked with star confetti. Formula X Transformer Top Coat in Glory, $13, sephora.com 3 GINGHAM STYLE Add a fun retro vibe to your table with a classic red-and-white gingham cloth. $19, macys.com 6 WATERCOLOR STRIPES Make waves with this artsy ink blue place setting. $48, gracioushome.com 4 BLUES TRAVELERS Hit the beach, the park or even the airport in these wear-’em-anywhere espadrilles. Soludos, $43, bloomingdales.com 5 BRIGHT BISTRO Pair a playful candyapple red chair with a pedestal table for a cafe-inspired kitchen. $245, serenaandlily.com 7 SAVVY SATCHEL Fool style-maker friends with this statement bag — on a…

CHILDREN WEREN’T ENCOURAGED at the Beauty Palace, but when I was a kid, still toddling around in Mary Janes, I spent quite a bit of time there. The Beauty Palace was my grandmother’s salon in Lincroft, NJ, the kind of place where women went for weekly sets, perms and rinses. There was no extra charge for the gossip that flowed all day long just like the strong coffee brewed in the back room. My maternal grandmother, Marion — “Mommom” to me — worked six days a week, closing the shop at 5:30 sharp before cashing out the register, folding the last stack of towels and locking the door. The Beauty Palace had a sophisticated, kid-free vibe, but as the boss’s granddaughter, I had a golden ticket. I’d follow her around…

Got a few lbs. to lose? Eating more berries may help make it happen. A cup of raspberries packs a whopping 8 grams of fiber for a mere 65 calories, and new research in the Annals of Internal Medicine suggests that simply focusing on eating more fiber can be a diet game changer. When study participants upped their fiber intake to 30 grams per day, they dropped 4.6 pounds over a year. People who followed a more complex plan — counting calories, cutting out alcohol, balancing nutrient ratios (huh?!) — lost an average of only a pound and a half more. The scientific rationale: Fiber helps keep you sated for long stretches so you don’t wind up craving high-calorie foods. (In other words, you eat healthy without thinking about it!)…

HEAL AT HOME BURNS If you got the burn from something hot (like a grill) and it’s smaller than a quarter, rinse it with cool running water for at least 20 minutes, then cover loosely with gauze and secure with tape. Change the bandage daily and watch out for signs of infection such as redness, pus or swelling. CUTS Press with a gauze pad until bleeding slows considerably or stops. Flush wound with tap water for at least two minutes; pat dry, cover with gauze and secure with tape. Splinter? Use a sterilized needle to lift its end so you can grip it with sterilized tweezers. Slide the splinter out at the same angle at which it appears to have gone in. Wash with warm water and cover with a…

GROWING UP in a small New Jersey town, Nicole Brighouse played the field: “There were only eight kids in my class, so every student had to try every sport — basketball, soccer, softball, you name it,” she says. Fitness was a family affair, too: Nicole’s father was a runner, so she joined him in local races. She stuck with track and soccer in high school and continued with soccer in college. Nicole, now 37, had her first child at 26 and discovered that parenthood did little to diminish her competitive spirit. She bounced back quickly from her first and second pregnancies, lacing up her sneakers following three months of recovery and slowly working her way from walking to jogging to running. But by the third pregnancy, “I had gained more,…

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CARS CAN DO WHAT?! On the road to creating the self-driving car (coming soonish; see below), manufacturers are offering crash-avoidance technology on most new cars (in many cases, on an add-on basis). These features (see right) use sensors, lasers, radar and cameras and have the potential to save lives. They can't replace good driving, of course-and the technology may be distracting if you're not familiar with it—but experts have already seen a reduction in crashes of certain models that use front crash prevention systems. THE CAR OF THE FUTURE 1 How far away is the self-driving car? The technology exists and is being tested and refined. But insurance laws, highway regulations and public acceptance are further away. Some experts say we'll see self-driving cars on the market as early as…

SWORDFISH WITH SUMMER SALAD Heat grill to med.-high. Grill 3 lg. ears corn, husked, 12 min. or until charred in spots, turning. Thread 1 lb. swordfish steak, skinned and cut into 1-in. chunks, onto 8 soaked bamboo skewers. Brush fish and 3 lb. zucchini, sliced, with 1 Tbsp. canola oil; sprinkle with 2 tsp. chili powder and 1 tsp. salt. Grill fish and zucchini 6 min. or until fish is opaque, turning once. Cut corn off cobs, chop zucchini and toss with 2 cans (15 oz. each) chickpeas; 1 c. packed mint, chopped; 3 Tbsp. lime juice; 1 Tbsp. oil; and 1 tsp. salt. Serve with kabobs. SERVES 4 ABOUT 500 CALS, 34 G PROTEIN, 55 G CARBS, 19 G FAT (3 G SAT), 12 G FIBER, 735 MG SODIUM.…