Queen Latifah, as far as the public is concerned, has been single since recording her first hit 20 years ago and, as the New Jersey-born actress and singer continues to climb the ladder to fame and fortune, many men are coming out of the woodwork trying to land a date with the big, black, beautiful woman.

Born Dana Owens in Newark, New Jersey on March 18, 1970, she later adopted the name Queen Latifah as she charged into the limelight as a talented young singer and rapper at the age of 18. The word “Latifah” is Arabic for delicate and sensitive, but with many of her hard-hitting movie rolls and controversial personal history, the woman has proven herself as anything but delicate. Now, as she nears the age of 40, men from all walks of life are trying to land a date with the star. It’s even rumored that Steve Martin, when working on “Bringing Down the House” with Latifah back in 2003, made a few unsuccessful moves on the actress.

“I just can’t resist those big, beautiful curves,” said John Bushey of Indianapolis, Indiana. “I’ve been a Latifah fan since her first LP debut ‘All Hail The Queen.’ I’ve seen all her movies. She’s funny, outgoing and, above all, beautiful. Some say she’s fat. Well, I say fat is beautiful.”

Many of the would-be-male-suitors ignore allegations that the long-time single Latifah is possibly a lesbian. Many, including Latifah herself, say she just hasn’t met the right person yet. Some think she might have an easy time meeting Mr. Right on the Internet because fat dating sites and fat web-communities are on the rise.

“I have to make a confession,” said Steven Bouchard of Seattle, Washington. “I find Queen Latifah’s big, beautiful body to be super sexy and I’d give anything for a date with her. I’ve always had a thing for fat black women and she really is the epitome of everything I find attractive.”

Bouchard said he’s always surfing fat dating sites, online confessionals and free BBW sites in search of women like Latifah. He said he loves her inner strength as much as he loves her size and he hopes to someday find someone that matches her beauty.

“I know I’ll probably never land a date with the Queen no matter how hard I try,” said Bouchard. “But I can at least try and find a woman like her. I find social networking and surfing BBW dating sites works best when trying to meet new people. I’m shocked to see how many fat lovers are out there – there really are a lot of people out there who find fat ladies beautiful.”

Getting her start in an all-female rap group named Ladies Fresh, she recorded a single in 1988 called “Wrath of My Madness.” In 1989 Queen Latifah’s debut LP “All Hail The Queen” was a major hit. She later released “Nature Of A Sista” and “Black Reign” which included the hit single “U.N.I.T.Y.” She won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance for “U.N.I.T.Y.” She has also stared in movies like Jungle Fever, Chicago, Taxi and Stranger than Fiction. She’s stared in television and done commercials for Cover Girl cosmetics, Curvation, ladies underwear, Pizza Hut and even Jenny Craig. She even developed her own line of cosmetics for women of color called the Covergirl Queen Collection.

She has earned a Golden Globe award, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, two Image Awards, a Grammy Award, six additional Grammy nominations, an Emmy Award nomination and an Academy Award nomination.

What to wear? Will I be able to carry of this dress properly? Is the dress making me look fater? Will my clothes compliment my complexion? God, are there any tips to help women dress better?

Phew! Exhausting questions aren’t they. But these are certain basic queries which often prop up in all women’s minds at one point or another.Often conscious of the fact of not knowing how to dress up according to their respective body types, women end up being dressed up incorrectly, as if their style sense has been murdered.

An hour glass figure is not every women’s pride, many women who do not have a good figure brood over it. But hey! Do not get disheartened as there is a solution for every problem. All women want to look their best, so it is imperative to understand and wear what suits your body.

Distinctive body structure or an enviable body, what ever you have, accept it and create a perfect look for yourself every time you step out, by following these basic dressing tips:-

Dressing tips for short heighten: Remember, good things always come in small packages, so it does not matter if you are short. The key is to make yourself appear taller by wearing the right kind of clothes.

If you wish to wear skirts their length can be till the knee or above the knee length. Kurtas should end at or slightly above the knee. Tops with three-fourth sleeves can be worn. If you are wearing a saree, than better go for high heels. They will make you look tall.

Dressing tips for tall heighten women: If your being tall bothers you, just revamp your wardrobe by investing in clothes which do not make you look taller.

Skirts length should be balanced, neither too short nor too long. Skirts which end at your calves are fine. Stay away from vertical lined kurtas and they should not be high collared too. Big prints or overall printed outfits would look good. Long tops with bottoms with mixture of light and dark colors will look good.

Dressing tips for women who are larger on top and narrow at bottom: If being larger on top due to a large bust or wide shoulders and having a narrow bottom is giving you sleepless nights, do not worry as there are numerous dressing options. Try to wear clothes like long skirts or pants, kurtis or jackets which draw attention downwards. If you like saris wear one with big borders. Accessories like big chunky belts should not be worn.

Dressing tips for women who are wide on hips with narrow top: If you have hips and a narrow top do not get conscious of your body, instead dress accordingly. Do not wear anything which lays emphasis on your hip area. Try to increase the length of your top. Long narrow trousers can also be worn. Saris with big prints in the middle should not be worn. With accessories draw the attention upwards.

Dressing tips for women with an ideal figure: If blessed with an ideal figure go ahead and flaunt it. You can wear just about anything. But if either your top or bottom is overly blessed do not add bulk to either of them. You can wear tailored jackets, shirt-waist dresses. If you do not want your shapely body to be a cause for distraction wear loose clothes like kurtas. With saris wear modest blouses.

Dressing tips for women who are round in shape: Are you throwing up your hands in angst! if you are round in shape? Well the solution is to wear clothes with gathers or pleats. Gauzy saris should be avoided as far as possible and fitted salwar kameez are not meant for you. Wear vests, maxi length blouses and avoid wearing prints.

Dressing tips for women who are thin: Well if you are lean and thin all over you need to look fuller by adding dimension to your body. Wear fabrics like cotton, organza velvet which are fluffy in nature. Wear clothes which are neither too loose nor too clingy, they should have a proper fit. Unstructured tops can be worn but should not be sleeveless.

Horizontal patterns can be worn. Fitted salwar kameez as well as saris can be worn.

If you are conscious of your complexion don’t worry checkout some tips below:

Dressing tips for women who blessed with fair complexion: If you have a fair complexion, brighter colors will look good, like hues of lime green, blue or any other vibrant color can be worn but also keep in mind the occasion like at night time you can wear black.

Dressing tips for women with dusky complexion: Light shades like pastels with minimum embellishments and sober embroidery will be good. Contrasting a light colored top with a dark toned trouser will be a good idea. Vibrant colors like mustard, orange, yellow should be avoided.

So try to incorporate these tips by wearing the appropriate clothes that will not only suit your body structure but will also enhance your personality. Do not follow fashion trends blindly as every outfit is not meant for every one.

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The mango originated in Southeast Asia where it has been grown for over 4,000 years. Over the years mango groves have spread to many parts of the tropical and sub-tropical world, where the climate allows the mango to grow best. Mango trees are evergreens that will grow to 60 feet tall. The mango tree will fruit 4 to 6 years after planting. Mango trees require hot, dry periods to set and produce a good crop. Most of the mangos sold in the United States are imported from Mexico, Haiti, the Caribbean and South America. Today there are over 1,000 different varieties of mangos throughout the world.

Vitamin Content: Mango is rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin A. Vitamin C content is more in raw mango as compared to that in ripe mango. It also has traces of Vitamin E, Vitamin B and Vitamin K.

The dulcet, juicy insides of the mango pack a nutritional punch. Its characteristic orange color is a clue to its storehouse of beta carotene (Vitamin A). Ripe mangos hold the highest levels of beta carotene, while green mangos are higher in Vitamin C. These antioxidant carotenoids are known for their protective power against certain cancers. Mangos also supply ample potassium, making them ideal for hypertensive patients or anyone looking to replenish energy after physical activity.

Mangoes are high in antioxidants, low in carbohydrates (although they are about 15% sugar – but good sugar!) and like other yellow/orange fruit such as pumpkin and carrot, they are an excellent source of beta-carotene (Vitamin A). They also contain Vitamin E and selenium which help protect against heart disease and cancer. You can obtain 40% of your daily fibre intake from a mango.

We all know the importance of fiber in our diets. If you are eating your mango-a-day, irregularity is not a problem for you and so we’ll spare the gruesome details regarding constipation, piles and spastic colon. Research has shown that dietary fiber has a protective effect against degenerative diseases, especially with regards to the heart; may help prevent certain types of cancer, as well as lowering blood cholesterol levels.

The nutritional value of mango makes it good for weight gain, eye disorders, hair loss, heat stroke, prickly heat, diabetes, bacterial infections, sinusitis, piles, indigestion, constipation, morning sickness, diarrhea, dysentery, scurvy, spleen enlargement, liver disorders, menstrual disorders, leucorrhea, and vaginitis.

Mango, being high in calories and carbohydrates, is good for those who are trying to gain weight. The phenolic compound found in mangoes has been found to have powerful antioxidant and anticancer properties. Being high in iron, mango is said to be very good for pregnant women as well as for people suffering from anemia. Mango is believed to be effective in relieving clogged pores of the skin.

Mangoes are a good source of vitamins and minerals essential for the human body. It is an affordable and seasonal fruit. In India mangoes are grown widely in the southern belt. ‘Alphonso’ variety of mango which is exported world wide is cultivated in ‘Ratnagiri’ in the southern part of India. Mangoes can be eaten both raw and ripe. Raw mangoes have a sharp sour taste, while the ripe mangoes are juicy and sweet to eat. The fragrance of ripe mangoes tingles ones taste buds.