Julianne Hough's Quickest Way To Stop Cravings And Lose Weight: Gum

Dancer/Country singer/movie star Juliann Hough is doing it all at the young age of 22.

As a professional ballroom dancer, the blonde beauty is expected to have a super fit and stunning body. And we are sure, that her dancing work-out routine is responsible for giving her back a slender physique and flat tummy.

But even Julianne Hough gets sugar cravings, and we all know where that obsession can lead-----The facts show that the more sugar you eat, the more you want. So true!

So, how does the gorgeous gal-pal of American Idol's Ryan Seacrest put a halt to the cravings and hunger pangs??

With a stick of gum. Yep, that's right. Julianne Hough told Life & Style magazine this little dietary nugget:

"I can eat candy like Starburst and Skittles for days," she says. ""To conquer those cravings, I chew gum and drink water to fill me up."

Okay, we're not suggesting you go on a chewing gum and water diet to melt away the pounds, but Julianne makes an interesting and scientific point here.

You CAN lose weight by chewing gum:

Wrigley's gum has a group of researchers that look into the merits of chewing gum. The organization is called WSI, or the Wrigley Science Institute. Yeah, for real. And they conducted a study in 2007, that revealed some amazing things:

"Chewing gum significantly reduced caloric intake by 25 calories and specifically reduced sweet snack intake by 39 calories; salty snacks were decreased by 11 calories. Hunger and desire to eat were significantly suppressed by chewing gum at one, two and three hour intervals after lunch. Participants reported that chewing gum improved their mood by reducing anxiety and stress, and increasing contentment and relaxation."

Hey, we believe that chewing gum DOES cut cravings and helps you lose weight. We chew gum at night, to keep away the desire to indulge in a bad way.

Pop On A Poncho If You Haven't Already:70s Trend Continues Through Spring

Maybe you used to have a poncho. Or maybe you never got into the 70's Bohemian look.

Well, the poncho has been riding a somewhat quiet wave through fall and winter. And now the trend is heating up again this spring. Suddenly, it seems like ponchos are popping up everywhere.

For some, ponchos are lazy and not too stylish. But as we like to say....."This ain't your mama's poncho.". The 2011 poncho has evolved into a chic and elegant-over-the-head go-to cover-up.

Ponchos don't have to look like homely blankets or tacky tribal get-ups. The fabrics we've been seeing are quite delicate and rich-looking. And like all clothing, ponchos come in high-end and low-end price tags.

We found a variety of them at Nordstrom and Forever21. There's a poncho for every woman's budget.

1. Nordstrom Brazen Knit Jersey Poncho ($42) in viscose rayon. Heather Gray. We love the fluidity of this chic poncho.

2. Forever21 Knit Fringe Poncho ($19.80) in cotton. Fuchsia. We like the open crochet and bold fun, flirty color for casual wear.

Look around. You'll find tons of pretty ponchos out there. Get 70s inspired!

Cameron Diaz Gets Super Sculpted Buff Biceps By A-Rod--How About You?

Ever since Cameron Diaz started getting chummy with Yankees slugger A-Rod, we've all noticed her going sleeveless, more and more. And we've all noticed her new, super sculpted buff biceps.

Just last week on Jimmy Kimmel, the California beauty walked out on stage in a tight, white tank top and suspenders, showing off her ultra-toned triceps and biceps.

Who can blame her? Cameron has worked hard to achieve those sexy, 'bad-ass' arms, and obviously, Alex Rodriguez has been a big influence because the good-looking duo work out together at the gym.

And there's the key: You must stick to a strong weight-training routine to develops guns like hers.

But here's a thought: Has Cameron Diaz over-killed her arms?!

You either love this Madonna-Kelly Ripa-Cameron Diaz look, or you don't.

It's a bulky appearance, and might not look so great with a delicate red carpet gown. But we are sure, many others would disagree with us.

Look at the photos above. The top shows the actress following a gym work-out with A-Rod just a few weeks ago. And the bottom pic shows us her at the beach back in August of 2009.

We wrote about Cameron Diaz' already buff arms back then, and how she got them:

..."Believe it or not, this is a simple exercise routine. And you can get the 3-step plan right from the mouth of her trainer, Teddy Bass. He gave out her toning tips to People magazine.

Bass' three-step arm workout for Cameron Diaz:

Reverse flies (15-20 reps done by stepping into a lunge and raising arms parallel to shoulders), Tricep kickbacks (10 reps per arm done in a lunge, leaning forward with a flat back and extending weights behind close to the elbows)And 15-20 reps of Bicep curls.

Now to get the super sculpted buff biceps by A-Rod, well, that's a much heavier work-out. And we applaud Cameron for going the distance to attain her new toned look

Victoria Beckham's Pregnancy Style: Still 'Posh' Entering 5th Month

Gotta love Victoria Beckham.

The ever stylish, ultra-slender British beauty is still posh when it comes to pregnancy fashion. Reportedly entering her 5th month now, the designer is still wearing sky-high heels

And we're lovin' this: There's going to be a pink baby shower for Victoria. Yes...the 36-year-old mom of three boys is having a girl. And she and hunky husband soccer star David Beckham, are said to be over-joyed with the news.

Victoria Beckham is sporting a baby bump, but that doesn't mean she's going to end up in sweat pants and a big, tent top. No way! Look at the mommy-to-be at London's Heathrow Airport on Tuesday wearing skinny pants and studded Louboutins!!

Just how long the fashionable mama will be able to balance on sexy stilettos without taking big chances with her pregnancy, is still unknown at this point. But right now, Miss Posh ain't sacrificing her stylish moments.

We happen to like Victoria Beckham and adore her style as a serious fashion designer. She makes beautiful clothes. We wonder if she will design a pregnancy line at some point in her career.

Are you loving Victoria's pregnancy style? We can't wait to see what else she will wear when that hardly-there baby bump gets bigger and bigger.

No 'Jenny' Diet This Time Around For Kirstie Alley: Gone Organic

Kirstie Alley isn't calling on Jenny (Craig) this time around. One of the newest cast members to 'Dancing with the Stars,' is on a 2-fold mission:

1. To lose more weight. So far, she has dropped 60 lbs. and kept them off.

2. To dance her butt off on 'Dancing with the Stars,'.

And last night, the popular 60-year-old actress delighted the big crowd that turned out for the opening of the new Kirstie Alley's Organic Liaison Store in Los Feliz, Los Angeles..

Let's be honest, taking off a lot of pounds and keeping them off hasn't been easy for Kirstie. But this time around...she ain't calling the Jenny Craig diet people for help. She's 'been there, and done that' diet. And following her 'Jenny' success, she had ballooned up to some 230 lbs. And it's been a frustrating experience trying to shed those extra, extra pounds.

But this time, it's different. Kirstie Alley has gone organic, and it seems to be working well. Plus, her stint as a dancer-to-be on the hit reality show 'DWTS,' should help her melt away more fat.

She told US Weekly magazine: "I've lost 60 pounds, and I have 30 or 40 more to go. And I think with this strenuous, rigorous dance schedule, I think it's going to work."

Well, dear Kirstie, if you are dancing with Max....you WILL lose weight. He is a strict, demanding dancing coach. And sexy, too, we might add.

According to the website, Organic Liaison ..."is a weight loss and diet plan that offers organic weight loss products, natural dietary supplements, and access to online diet and exercise tools to help you lose weight safely and effectively, all while having fun!"

The Organic Liaison store will offer everything organic and yummy.

By the way, 'DWTS' is back for a new season on Monday, March 21st on ABC. And we applaud Kirstie Alley for succeeding with her new organic weight loss plan, and having the moxie to appear on the popular dancing show, where size 0's and 2's are the norm.

Hair Extensions, Veneers, Lip Plumping For Kate Middleton? Are You Kidding Us?!

Dear Kate Middleton:

Good luck in your wedding to Prince William.

You're going to need it......because every move you make, every hairstyle, lip gloss, hat, gown, and even the socks you might wear on an off day, will be critiqued.

The eyes of the world are upon you, as your big day approaches April 29th.

We happen to think the pretty brunette princess-to-be hasn't missed a step yet. Kate Middleton is perfectly groomed. Just look at the photo snapped of the young British beauty wowing the crowds in Northern Ireland earlier this week.

Then imagine our horror, when we heard one beauty magazine suggesting 29-year-old Kate Middleton have a make-over before her wedding day. The so-called beauty experts suggested these 3 beauty I-Do's:

1. Hair extensions.

2. Veneers for a more perfect smile.

3. Lip plumping injections to give the princess-to-be a fuller upper lip.

Are you kidding us?!

Kate Middleton has one of the healthiest, glossiest heads of hair around. And according to the U.K.'s Mirror News, Kate is loyal to one: "Kate owes her luscious locks to regular trips to Chelsea hairdresser Richard Ward. She’s been going to his salon for five years for a £105 cut and blow-dry." That's about $165 in U.S. dollars.

Her makeup is always just right. Kate brings a fresh, modern approach and style to the monarchy. Her makeup is polished and not over-done. Even her eyebrows are natural and perfect.

As far as her royal smile goes, it is lovely and real. No, she doesn't need veneers. Her teeth are white and nicely shaped for her mouth. And her lips are fine. She doesn't need an exaggerated upper lip. How silly is that? There is nothing wrong with a nice set of average-sized lips.

What's there not to love about the newly engaged Kate Middleton?! At age 29, she certainly does NOT need a beauty makeover.

Will Kate Middleton become the fashion and beauty legend that so many people adored in Princess Diana??

We think Kate can definitely set some royal trends.

In the meantime.....enough with the hair extensions, veneers, and lip plumping ideas. Let the princess-to-be, just 'be.'

Kate Winslet Lands Cover of British Vogue Showing Off Edgy New Platinum Cropped Hair

Kate Winslet is one celebrity who gets lovelier with age. True, she's young at 35, but her bone structure seems to look better and better each year.

Check out the UK beauty on the April cover of British Vogue, photographed by the legendary Mario Testino! And look at her edgy, new platinum cropped hairstyle! We love it!! Reminds us a bit of Gwen Stefani's trademark platinum but with a softer makeup palette.

Kate Winslet has now become a high maintenance gal, because the upkeep on those roots will be killer. Still, it's a great, sexy look for the Academy Award winner, and the talented actress told Vogue, she was looking for a brand new start:

"I’m embarking on a new chapter in my adult life," Kate says. "And I’m single. And it doesn’t scare me at all."

So....you, too, want to trade in your mousy do for a hot, bleached bombshell style?!

Well, then we advise beginning with a healthy head of hair and going to a salon pro. Keeping your locks in a pixie cut like Kate's and like Ashlee Simpson's reduces the damage often caused by peroxide and more peroxide.

We found this advice on a British website forum talking about platinum hair. Read on what this un-named pro said:

"I am a cosmetologist in utah. I have been doing hair for seven years and bleached many heads of hair. i am telling you that Loreal Platinuim is by far the best lightener for damaging the least ... notice i said least damage wise. every chemical process that you do to your hair WILL DAMAGE IT! and loreal is the largest hair care company in the US... this is Loreal Professional.. it is a very good line, so dont think of Loreal grocery store shampoo and hair color.i caution anyone who uses any harsh chemicals with out a licensed cosmetologist is ultimately planning a very expensive trip to the salon... color correction is very expensive and very hard to do! also professional products that arent sold or done in a salon are "black market products" and maybe just the professional packaging with crap inside... i have seen it before. "

Good advice. Want to go sexy platinum like Kate Winslet? Then, please don't go it alone.