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       If you think that everything goes “If it comes to the manners in today’s world” you are wrong on that. Read the Beauty by Numbers Etiquette in February Issue of Allure magazine. You will also learn that 2800 B.C. is approximate era when Egyptians began greeting each other with a handshake; because the right hand would be the one to bear the weapon, presenting an open hand was a sign of peace.

This weekend a lot of us could get bloated from eating the “Super Bowl food”. There is a great article in this issue titled Bloat Trip, which lists 11 ways to cut the “bloat effect”. Number 7 is Eat an avocado. So you’ve slipped up and snacked on a handful (or six) of salty pretzels. The good news is that avocados and other potassium-rich foods combat puffiness by balancing excess sodium and reducing water retention. “Look for foods that are high in potassium and sodium, like celery,” says Snyder. If you are not in the mood for guacamole, other possibilities include cantaloupe, oranges, carrots, bananas, and – if you are feeling trendy – coconut water.

Pick up Allure to learn a lot of beauty tips, fashion and more health tips.

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