Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
dimanche 1 mai 2016
This Is How Beyoncé's Actual Lemonade Recipe Tastes
Beyoncé's Lemonade album just dropped, and the reason she titled it so is for the old adage, "When life hands you lemons, make lemonade." The album simultaneously sheds light on the difficulties black women in America have faced for centuries and Beyoncé's personal marital struggles due to Jay Z's insinuated infidelity. Despite the sour, heartwrenching theme, the album ends on a positive, powerful, and sweet note for women - just like the lemonade recipe Beyoncé shares in the last section of the visual album, called "Redemption." It comes from her late grandmother, Agnéz Deréon, and according to Beyoncé, this is the method of preparation:
Take one pint of water, add half pound of sugar
The juice of eight lemons, the zest of half lemon
Pour the water from one jug, then to the other several times
Strain through a clean napkin
Unlike typical lemonade recipes, this one calls for a secret ingredient: lemon zest. The oils from the zest infuse into the lemonade and boost the lemony flavor. There's something deeply cathartic and therapeutic about preparing the lemonade like this. The lemon squeezing, swishing the lemonade back and forth between jugs until the sugar dissolves, and straining out the pulp and lemon zest: all of these actions take time, and yet focusing on them is like a meditation. The procedure is slow and calming, which is perfect for a scorching Summer day. The lemonade flavor itself is shockingly citrusy at first before ending on a soothing, sweet (but not too sweet!) note. I can see why Beyoncé's family has passed this recipe down from daughter to daughter, and why she would pass it, along with the simple-yet-wise message, to her fans and women everywhere.
A few things to note:
- 1 pint water = 2 cups
- 1/2 pound sugar = 2 1/4 cups
- Yields: 4 small cups of lemonade
9 Relaxing Stretches You Can Do in Bed
Stretching has a way of melting away stress and worry, but there's no need to unroll your yoga mat. Here are nine stretches you can do in your pajamas and your bed - either before you go to sleep or once your alarm goes off - or both! Do all nine if you have time, or just pick a few. Either way, you'll feel more relaxed, whether you're heading to the land of nod or waking with the sun.
11 Shocking Costco Facts That Will Surprise Fans of the Store
If you love free samples, discounts, and buying items in bulk, chances are you're a Costco shopper. The company has been around for decades, so there's some truly interesting (and shocking) facts about the store that will even surprise avid customers. Check out these 11 little-known things for yourself!
43 DIY Graduation Cap Ideas That Will Majorly Inspire You
The future is now, and there's no better way to sign off from your school than with a final farewell no one will forget. Deck out your graduation cap with inspirational quotes that will inspire you and your fellow graduates to do great things. Here are some DIY ideas for your motivational cap.
This Video About "Instagram Husbands" Who Snap Pics of Their Wives Is Hilarious
Behind every flawless Instagram picture, there's a man who gave blood, sweat, and tears to make it perfect. That's the idea in the hilarious video above, which is part of Instagram Husband, a website dedicated to men who are sick and tired of being the designated Instagram photographer. The site is run by comedy group The Mystery Hour and different resources include "Symptoms," "Receive Help," and "Approaching Your Wife."
Under the "Symptoms" tab, you can answer 10 questions that will dictate a score correlating to Instagram Friend all the way up to Instagram Husband. The site also offers treatment options, support groups, and even spiritual practices, all of which we wish were real. One of the site's suggestions for approaching the Instagram Wife states: "She will want to take a picture of this poignant moment. Now is the chance to use your new boldness. Say, 'No. Honey, no.' This will be difficult, but stay strong." Ha!
Consider it a safe haven for the struggling husbands of Instagram Wives, a place for fed-up men who want to do more than make their wives look good on social media. Keep reading to see hilarious Tumblr photos that are bringing these men together and letting them know they're not alone.
We Wish Our iPhones Could Do Everything in This Video
We wish we could tell you that the above video shows confirmed upgrades for Apple's new software, but it's merely a wish list. Apple concepts have a history of amazing us with potential, but nonetheless, we're still excited about the possibility of these features. Who wouldn't want a control center that you can customize? Or a dark mode that changes your screen's colors from white to black? If you want to find out more about MacStories and why the creators made this video, check out their website for more details. The geniuses at MacStories really hit the nail on the head in terms of desired iOS improvements. Maybe Apple will take notes on what we really wish our iPhones were capable of doing.
samedi 30 avril 2016
The Abandoned Dog Whose Vet Ate Breakfast in Her Cage With Her Is Getting Stronger Every Day
In case you missed it, there was an abandoned dog in Georgia that was so scared to eat breakfast that her veterinarian climbed into the cage to keep her company and encourage her to eat. When Dr. Andy Mathis met this pup, now called Graycie, she was sick and afraid and on the verge of needing to be put down, but he wouldn't give up on her. He and the lovely team at Granite Hills Animal Care have been nursing this little lady back to health for a couple weeks now, and according to the clinic's Facebook page, she's making worlds of progress. See the adorable video of Dr. Mathis sharing breakfast with Graycie below, and scroll through for more pictures of her progress.
When you have no pancakes for breakfast. . . .Posted by Granite Hills Animal Care on Saturday, February 13, 2016
If You Love to Entertain, You Need to See Julianne Hough's Back Yard
Between planning her wedding to hockey player Brooks Laich and staring in A-list projects like Grease Live!, Julianne Hough's dance card is full - no pun intended. But this girls' girl always has time to throw a dinner party for her best friends, so she was excited to team up wtih Joss & Main on a backyard makeover to transform the patio of her Hollywood Hills home into the ultimate entertaining space. Donna Garlough, Joss & Main's style director, designed the gracious space to be an inspiring blend of natural and elegant elements. "Fashion definitely influences my interior design style and taste, as I love to wear vintage pieces but also keep it simple and clean, similar to my design taste," explains Julianne. "As for the red carpet and the ballroom, I like to take risks and mix it up, which is also something I've done with my home." Keep reading for a first-hand look at Julianne's gorgeous backyard and then shop the look on Joss & Main.
23 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Love It or List It's Hilary & David
If you've ever caught an episode of HGTV's Love It or List It, then you know the chemistry between hosts David Visentin and Hilary Farr is something to behold. No, they're not married - but the duo have an epic banter that clearly shows how comfortable they are in each other's company! Their back-and-forth is on display every Monday, when their show airs at 9 p.m.
We recently caught up with David and Hilary during a break from their work on the series. The result of our conversation with the pair is a list of 23 amazing facts every true HGTV fan needs to know.
You Could Pay Rent With the Money You'll Save From This Ikea Hack
When POPSUGAR editor Lauren Turner found her dream dresser, the price turned out to be a rude awakening. Since it retailed for $1,599, Lauren knew there was a way to capture Room & Board's midcentury-inspired Delano dresser for less. The answer? Ikea's Tarva dresser.
Source: Room & Board
18 Things You Didn't Know About Flip or Flop's Tarek and Christina
Tarek and Christina El Moussa are the extremely photogenic duo behind HGTV's buying, renovating, and selling series Flip or Flop. The happy husband and wife, both in their 30s, have a thriving real-estate business based in Orange County, CA. Now in its third season, their show, Flip or Flop, follows along as Tarek and Christina buy distressed homes at discount prices, manage a renovation, and then stage the home in the hopes of selling it at a major profit.
Anyone who has ever seen Flip or Flop knows that the show is crazy addictive, and that's in no small part due to Tarek and Christina. The program also focuses on their marriage and family, which includes their young daughter, Taylor, and infant son, Brayden. If you're a major fan of the program, you'll definitely want to read on to find out all you can about the El Moussas.
9 Things People With Clean Houses Do Every Day
Find yourself feigning excuses for why your friend can't pop up to your place to use the bathroom before the movie? Ever turn beet red with embarrassment when unexpected guests enter your home? It sounds like you have a messy house.
Imagine how much more enjoyable life would be if you were one of those perpetually tidy people whose homes could be company-ready with 15 minutes' notice. We wanted to turn our clean fantasies into a reality, so we researched the daily habits of people with clean houses - note the word "habits." What we learned is that it takes more than a few deep cleanings to achieve this status of cleaning goddess. It takes daily work and preparation to keep your house in a constant state of near perfection.
Read on to discover the nine habits people with clean houses do every day, and how you can adopt them to get out of the disaster zone you've been living in.
- Make Their Bed
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Before you leave the house in the morning (or better yet, before you leave the bedroom), make your bed. If you're in a rush, pull the comforter up to the pillows, and smooth it out to create the semblance of a made bed. This simple act creates a sense of order in your bedroom and sets your day off on a productive note that's likely to carry through.
- Empty the Dishwasher in the Morning
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Get the dishwasher emptied and ready to go for the day. Doing this in the morning lays the groundwork for an easy dinner cleanup at night and keeps dishes from stacking up in the sink throughout the day.
- Do a Load of Laundry Every Day
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Washing clothes on a regular schedule keeps the dirty pile from becoming overwhelming (not to mention, ensures that you'll never run out of clean underpants). Those with big families prefer doing it every morning, but if you live alone, doing laundry a couple of predetermined days a week should suffice.
- Use Baskets to Organize Things
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When there's a place for everything to go, it's easier to keep everything in its place. Scatter cute baskets throughout the house to corral your things, and add shelves to hold the big pieces.
- Don't Procrastinate
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When a box is delivered, unpack the goodies inside, and discard the packaging immediately. The same goes for dealing with spills or messes. The longer you wait, the harder they become to deal with.
- Put Away Their Clothes From the Day
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As tempting as it is to drop your clothes on the floor after a long day's work before slipping into your sweats, tidy people take the time to fold, hang, or place them in the hamper, as necessary. Do this, and your clothes and floor will both look better for it.
- Clean as They Go
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You can dramatically minimize your mess by cleaning as you go. If you rinse the cutting board while the pasta is boiling or start loading the dishwasher while the chicken is baking, the bulk of the work will be done by the time you serve dinner.
- Never Go to Bed With a Dirty Kitchen
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Resist the urge to climb directly into bed after a big meal. Take care of any and all kitchen cleanup that night - clean pots and pans, wipe down counters, etc. Not only will the mess harden and be smellier the next day (read: more challenging to clean), but waiting means that you'll have to spend your morning backtracking to make up for what you neglected the night before, instead of getting a head start on the day ahead.
- Plan Ahead
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Whether it's picking out your outfit the night before or reviewing what cleaning products you need to restock before tackling the bathrooms that weekend, you can give yourself a jump on the day by planning ahead.
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29 Craftsman-Style Cottages Worth Pinning to Your "Dream Home" Board
Hometown neighborhoods simply wouldn't be the same without Craftsman-style homes. Distinguished by their gabled roofs, exopsed beams, shingled siding, and wide porches, these cozy houses exude classic Americana. If you can't help but imagine yourself sitting in the shade of a Craftsman cottage, drinking lemonade and admiring your garden, then you've come to the right place.
From Southern California to the Carolinas, these are some of the most gorgeous homes worthy of pinning to your "Dream Home" board. (And don't worry - if you're more into Southern homes or gothic manors, we've got you covered!)
vendredi 29 avril 2016
11 Adorably Famous Cats to Follow on Instagram
Looking to add more feline fun to your Instagram feed? We have a great way to get you started - 11 adorably famous cat Instagram accounts. We've got the sweet - Coby the beautiful blue-eyed feline - and the funny - Grumpy Cat, of course. Scroll through to see our 11 picks and click over to their accounts to give them a follow!
A Man and His Dog Work Together to Change Their Whole World
Eric was an overweight, middle-aged man who realized one day that he needed to make a change. He met with a nutritionist, who told him to adopt a dog because it would force him to go outside and get moving. Eric decided to adopt a dog he had some things in common with - age and weight. He met Peety, an overweight, middle-aged dog, at the shelter and they both knew they were meant to be. Over the course of the following year, Eric and Peety made drastic life changes and got healthier. Watch the touching video of their story above, and make sure to watch the whole thing - it's inspiring and heartbreaking all at the same time.
55 Real-Life Reading Nooks to Inspire Your Bookish Sanctuary
Every bibliophile dreams of two things: for somebody to make the library of their dreams come true (à la Belle in Beauty and the Beast) and a cozy spot to curl up with a book during rainy days. While we can't promise an enchanted prince who'll give you a massive room of books, we can give you some inspiration for your own reading nook! Whether you plan to burn a library-scented candle while you dive into a classic novel or want the perfect atmosphere for introducing Harry Potter to your kids for the very first time, these gorgeously styled reading areas will give you ideas for designing your book nook.
Pinterest Announces the Hottest Home Trends
Pinterest has examined the pinning habits of more than 100 million users to create the annual Pinterest 100, a highly anticipated list of the trends that will dominate in 2016. If you have a bathroom reno on the horizon or if you just want some ideas for spicing up your decor, you definitely don't want to miss what Pinterest predicts will be hot in the home!
16 Things You Didn't Know About Fixer Upper's Chip and Joanna Gaines
It's only been about a year since Fixer Upper debuted on HGTV, but viewers across the country have already fallen hard for husband-and-wife team Chip and Joanna Gaines. He's a real estate and construction pro who knows how to turn an affordable but "blah" house into a sparkling gem, and she's a designer with an eye for shabby chic flea-market finds. Together, they own and operate Magnolia Homes - and raise four kids. We took a break from watching Chip and Joanna help families purchase and renovate their dream homes on the small screen to talk to the couple in real life. What we learned made us love them even more. Read on for 16 adorable facts about the Gaineses.
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- Fixer Upper's Joanna Gaines Just Earned Major Bragging Rights
- 22 Farm-Tastic Decorating Ideas Inspired by HGTV Host Joanna Gaines
- 16 Farmhouse Chic Essentials From Joanna Gaines's Online Shop
jeudi 28 avril 2016
75 Tattoos Perfect For Any Animal-Lover
People get tattoos to honor their children, to show their fandom allegiance, and even to pledge their love to their significant other. But another ink-spiration we love is our pets. For some people, a furry companion is worthy of a permanent place on the skin - like the people in this gallery. Check out all of these fantastic animal tattoos, and then check out even more tattoo inspiration.
If You Never Considered a Pet Cow Before, You Definitely Will Now
Beryl is no ordinary cow. Beryl is so domestic that she's practically a dog. She even managed to find a way into her humans' house one day while no one was home. She patiently waited in the middle of the living room, like a good little girl. Look through the gallery to get an adorable glimpse at Beryl's life, and then check out this frisky kitty who keeps stealing the neighbors' underwear.
9 Things Robbers Look at When Canvassing Your Home
You've put heart, soul, and a lot of bucks into turning your house into a home. The last thing you want is for someone to break in and rob you. A home intruder is scary to even think about, but spending a few minutes of time recognizing and fixing ways your home is vulnerable can pay off big down the road.
Here are 9 ways you may be inadvertently making your home more attractive to thieves:
Rundown Front Door
Your front door is the first place burglars will look, and a dilapidated front door signals that your home is an easy target. A clean, painted front door gives the impression that the entire home is well-cared for and harder to breach.
Single Lock
Burglars look to see what kind of locks they'll have to navigate to enter, and when they see only the standard cylinder lock they're more likely to have a go than if there's also a padlock visible. In short: doubling up on locks makes your door physically more difficult to break into and your home less appealing to burglars.
Enticing Trash
The discarded boxes and bags from all your big-ticket purchases are like advertisements to burglars of the valuables inside your home. Prevent thieves from getting as excited over your new flat screen TV box as you are with your new TV by keeping this type of garbage inside until trash pickup day.
Dark Exteriors
Burglars don't like to risk being seen, so when you create a barrier of light around your home using motion sensor activated and basic exterior lights, you're creating a barrier around your home through which they're not likely to penetrate. Pay special attention to vulnerable areas like front and back doors and walkways.
Welcoming Landscaping
When planted beneath windows, bushes and shrubs are not only pretty, but they're an obstacle to climbing into windows. Burglars are especially deterred by the kind of greenery that has thorns or makes loud snapping noises. For trees reaching up to second story windows, be sure to clean up lower branches so they can't function as a ladder.
Overflowing Mailbox
Piles of mail are a sign that you're out of town and primed for a robbery. If you're going away for a while, use the USPS's Request Hold Mail service to stop delivery while you're gone. For shorter periods, a neighbor will likely be glad to pick up your deliveries.
Visible Interiors
You don't want burglars to get a peek at all the goodies you have inside your home, so shut the curtains, pull the shades, put a giant houseplant in front of a street-facing window – do whatever you have to do to keep unwanted eyes out. Be especially mindful at night when the dark sky and lit interior combine to create a fishbowl effect in your home.
Empty House
Encountering the resident is way more than most burglars are bargaining for. If they think you're in the house, they're staying out of it, so make it look like someone's home by turning on a light or two and even leaving on a TV or radio to make some noise. For prolonged periods away, you can use electronic timers to turn them on and off automatically.
Nonexistent Alarm System
They take a bit of financial investment, but a quality alarm system is a huge burglar deterrent, and a necessary one if you live in a high-crime neighborhood. Do your research and pick a reputable alarm company – thieves know the bad and bogus alarm system signs – and consider high-tech options, such as alarms with a camera that allow you to monitor your home from anywhere.
The Most On-Trend Art to Hang on Your Walls Right Now
Still figuring out what to do with that bare wall? We've got not one, not two, but seven ideas for how to make it look fabulous! We spoke with the experts at UGallery and Tamara Mack Design to discover the hottest trends in wall art. Keep reading to learn what everyone is shopping for right now - and what you need to know before buying the trends.
5 Inexpensive Items That Make For Gorgeous Kitchen Backsplashes
The backsplash is by far the most fun design decision during a kitchen remodel - so why settle for standard tile or stone? Instead, turn an everyday collection into an unexpected backsplash display. The design secret here is the multiples: when small graphic items are arranged side by side, the result is a surprisingly cohesive, curated look. The best part? Not only will a DIY backsplash elevate you to Pinterest goddess status, but employing everyday items (instead of expensive marble or tile) will save you major renovation bucks, too. Win-win? We think so.
Read on for our favorite DIY kitchen backsplash ideas, and be sure to ask your local hardware store for installation tips before trying it at home.
Wine Corks
Memorialize your favorite Merlot by adhering the corks to a wet bar's backsplash in alternating horizontal and vertical pairs. Use the DIY project as an excuse to drink more vino (we won't tell anyone), or simply purchase used wine corks online. They're easy to find and usually super inexpensive.
Dominoes
Get your kitchen's game face on with dominoes. The classic black and white game pieces add a decidedly sophisticated touch when arranged in rows. Complement the look with the latest kitchen trend: dark gray cabinets and warm brass hardware.
Bottle Caps
Bottle caps, which look like colorful penny tile from afar, are right at home in the kitchen. Choose a color theme - only blue bottle caps, for example - or include all hues for the ultimate vibrant look. Enlist friends to collect, or buy bottle caps in bulk from Etsy sellers, like TorBearNC.
Coasters
Bar and restaurant coasters, bursting with fun fonts and graphic treatments, are an inexpensive way to replicate the look of ceramic tile but with an unexpected twist. Make a point to collect the coasters during travels, and you'll create a memory-filled scrapbook for your walls. Simply arrange the coasters as if you would square tiles and then cover them with a large glass plate for protection against cooking oils.
Plates
Channel your inner Antoni Gaudí and design a mosaic backsplash using smashed dinner plates and platters. Vintage varieties are a dime a dozen at antique stores and flea markets, usually costing a mere few dollars each. Pile the dinnerware in a cloth bag (to avoid flying pieces) before breaking them with a hammer. Then glue the roughly one-inch pieces to your walls in a pattern or at random.
How to Turn a Cheap Ikea Bed Into a Modern Work of Art
Wanting to give her toddler daughter Zelda's room the same stylish contemporary aesthetic as the rest of her home without blowing the budget, Glitter and Bubbles blogger Corri McFadden decided to take matters into her own hands. She enlisted the help of her husband, and together they cut and attached hot pink acrylic panels to the head and footboard of an Ikea Malm Bed. The bed's clean, white design was the perfect backdrop for the modern acrylic panel and its low price kept the entire project under budget. The results look straight out of a design magazine. Take a look at the finished product below and head to Glitter and Bubbles for the full tutorial.
Study Finds Horrifying Link Between Scented Candles and Health Problems
Fall and Winter home decor wouldn't be complete without scented candles. Trust us, we love them as much as the next person (we even tested all the best pumpkin spice candles!), but recently discovered information has us seriously considering tossing them all out. Woman's Day and The Daily Mail have published results from multiple studies that link scented candles to major health risks - as serious as lung damage and birth defects.
What's even worse is that candles aren't the only culprits; scented aerosols, gels, and plug-ins are among "an array of hazardous substances which may cause lung damage and tumors, interfere with our hormones, and cause such lifelong problems as asthma," The Daily Mail reports. The scariest part? You don't even have to light the candles to be affected because "simple evaporation" can release the pollutants into the air. Common ingredients in many products are chemicals that you probably can't pronounce and that your body definitely doesn't want; these chemicals can even change the structure of your DNA.
Expectant mothers might want to be especially cautious of the types of candles they bring into their homes. Some studies' evidence suggests that hazardous substances can affect hormones, and in turn, cause problems with babies' hormonal development. Popular brand SC Johnson, which makes Glade products, is just one company that has faced backlash for its reportedly harmful synthetic ingredients, but the company directly addresses this information on its site and assures it uses "the most comprehensive database worldwide of safety evaluations for fragrance materials."
Of course, no study or statement is all-encompassing, but this information is unsettling at the very least. Will you think twice about your favorite scented candles, or is this habit just not worth giving up?
mercredi 27 avril 2016
15 Types of Dog Owners You Meet at the Dog Park
Whichever mom you come across at the playground, expect to find the doggy-parent equivalent at the dog park. The more time you spend in one, the more you'll observe how pet parents behave similarly to those with children. You'll have the owners who chat about how big Bobby the Corgi has gotten to how much of a bully Thor the Great Dane is, and oh, if new pup Austin has had all his shots. And just like the parents you meet, the owners (and their dogs) you meet all have different personalities. Read on for the 15 types of dog owners you'll always encounter at least once during your park outing.
From Trap Doors to Hidden Nooks, Jessica Biel's Au Fudge Is Every Kid's Dream Space
Son Silas wasn't the only thing Jessica Biel has been busy with the past year. The actress launched her latest project, Au Fudge, in March. It's a West Hollywood gourmet restaurant meets local decor and specialty food marketplace with a twist: there are numerous accommodations for children. To create a place as innovative as Au Fudge, where families can enjoy a night out together, the kids entertained and the parents relaxed, Jessica and her cofounders had to put serious thought into the design of the space. They added oodles of unfussy kid-friendly details while keeping the overall aesthetic chic and upscale. MyDomaine recently took an exclusive tour of Au Fudge, and it shared a few of its favorite shots with us. Check them out and learn more about the superstylish space ahead, and then head over to MyDomaine for the full Au Fudge tour.
Dog Loses Every Single Bit of Control When Reunited With Owner
Now this is what we call love! Watch this adorable Golden Retriever search the entire house looking for his owner after being separated for far too long. He searches high and low, just knowing she's around somewhere. Your heart will swell three sizes when you see the moment they're reunited. And if this isn't enough, watch even more animal videos.
Here's What Your Favorite TV Characters' Apartments Would Look Like IRL
While it's long been contested that Carrie Bradshaw would not be able to afford that walk-in closet in New York City given her journalist's salary, an illustrator's recent series proved just how unrealistic our favorite fictional residences really are.
For quite some time, artist Iñaki Aliste Lizarralde has been watching popular sitcoms and movies - from The Golden Girls to Up - to accurately map out and draw the floor plans for the homes and apartments where most of the action occurs. The end result is pretty incredible. For example, we had no idea just how sprawling Will Truman and Grace Adler's apartment is on Will & Grace! Their square footage makes Holly Golightly's apartment look tiny.
Keep reading for an interesting inside look at all those homes you thought you knew so well.
8 Ways to Make Your Outdoor Entertaining Pinterest-Worthy
Whether your outdoor space is a backyard garden or an apartment balcony, if you can fit a table there, you can entertain al fresco. But don't stop there - make your shindig truly memorable with beautiful, Pinterest-worthy decor.
To find out how to throw a stylish party on a budget, we consulted with Elizabeth Chambers Hammer, a journalist, entrepreneur, and co-owner of BIRD Bakery in San Antonio, which she started with her husband, actor Armie Hammer. Elizabeth's pro tips will take your next outdoor gathering from basic to unforgettable.
Here's what she had to say:
The 3 Things You Must Agree to Before Being Cast on Fixer Upper
Have you ever fantasized about having the talented husband-and-wife duo Chip and Joanna Gaines help you transform an affordable dump in an ideal location into a styled-to-perfection vintage American dream home? The reality of appearing on Fixer Upper, it turns out, is a tad more complicated than meets the HGTV viewer's eye. If you're seriously considering going on Fixer Upper, here's what you must be willing to do . . .
- Buy a House in Waco, TX.
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Chip and Joanna are proud locals, living in and operating Magnolia Homes out of Waco. They want to keep their Fixer Upper clients local, so you must agree to house hunt within 40 miles of the city.
- Shell Out a Minimum of $30,000 For Renovations.
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While a reno budget of $30,000 will get your application looked at by Fixer Upper's producers, they specify that the amount of money you can contribute should be reflective of the amount of work you need done; in other words, if you're looking for a complete overhaul, get ready to cough up even more dough.
- Give Up Design Control.
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Yes, you read that correctly. All you get is an initial discussion with the designer to share your preferences for your home. After that, there is no further contact and all final determinations about style and what and where things are installed are up to the designer and the producers. Gulp. Still want to be on Fixer Upper?
6 Secrets Real Estate Agents Know About Kitchen Remodels
So you're finally ready to renovate your dated kitchen, but unsure what upgrades will see a return when it comes time to sell. Katharine Tuckerman, a seasoned real estate agent in Manhattan's Upper East Side with Brown Harris Stevens, says that this room can make or break a deal, because buyers know they will "spend all their time in the kitchen!"
First and foremost, "people really lean towards light and bright kitchens," she says. And although there are so many fun opportunities for customization and colors in a remodel, Katharine confirms the adage that "a neutral palate is always a safe call." Of course, it's not quite that simple! While buyers often anticipate "making minor adjustments," some specific design choices have major selling power, or will just make the space "show much better," as Katharine puts it. From countertops and cabinetry to lighting and appliances, she gives us her winning formula for a kitchen renovation that will rock the MLS!
Source: A Beautiful Mess and Brittany Makes
We Didn't Realize Flip or Flop's Tarek and Christina Had So Much to Be Grateful For
Every Flip or Flop fan knows that Tarek and Christina El Moussa can turn even the most hopeless-seeming disaster into a profitable success, but they may not know that the HGTV couple's triumphant spirit extends beyond dilapidated homes to harrowing medical situations.
In 2013, registered nurse Ryan Read was tuning in to a Flip or Flop marathon when she noticed a suspicious lump on Tarek's throat. She sent the show's production company an email with her concerns, which prompted Tarek to get the lump checked out. It turned out that the lump, along with other ailments like a cough they had been attributing to Tarek's heavy smoking, was actually a symptom of stage 2 thyroid cancer. The parents of young daughter Taylor were scared but moved forward with signature determination.
Within a month, Tarek had his thyroid and lymph nodes removed and was undergoing iodine radiation. The treatments were not only unpleasant, they also derailed the couple's plans for a second child. Determined to grow their family, Christina underwent in vitro treatments. After one failed attempt and another that sadly ended in miscarriage, their son was conceived. "I had to do one full week in bed. For 13 weeks after that, I couldn't go for a walk and couldn't lift anything over a gallon of milk," Christina told People. "We did everything we could to make sure this one worked."
This August, nearly two years after the diagnosis and a year and a half of being cancer free, the couple welcomed baby Brayden James. We have no doubt the holidays will be extra meaningful in the El Moussa house this year.
Want more Christina and Tarek? Check out season four of Flip or Flop airing Tuesdays at 9pm ET on HGTV and learn 18 things you probably didn't know about the couple here.
Fixer Upper Swag Every True Fan Needs to Have Right Now
You watch every episode on HGTV, shop Magnolia Market to get the Fixer Upper look straight from the source, and were the first to place an order from Joanna's furniture line - but have you actually spelled out your love for the Gaineses? Like, literally? We found 14 sometimes-hilarious, sometimes just hilariously accurate items that will declare your love for Fixer Upper in no uncertain terms. There's something for every member of the family, so keep reading to discover them all.
Oprah's New Mansion in the Mountains Is a Sight to Behold
Whatever Oprah does, she does it big - whether it's a Christmas giveaway or the purchase of a new house. We're talking about the latter in this case, because she just purchased an extraordinarily lavish home for $14 million in the ski resort town of Telluride, CO. The 8,700-square-foot lodge has everything you can imagine and then some (seriously, it has a wine mine inside . . . aka a 56-foot-long wine cellar that holds 1,600 bottles of wine).
According to Zillow, the furnished, five-bedroom home also came with a sauna, a seven-person hot tub, and a "faux mining car that connects the mansion with a nearby ski trail." It's a tough life when your choice for the day is skiing next to your house or cozying up by a beautiful fireplace with wine you grabbed from your personal wine cellar. Keep reading to see all the gorgeous photos of the interior, and then check out more celebrity real estate here.
mardi 26 avril 2016
Take a Tour of Prince's Mysterious Paisley Park
Prince's famed Paisley Park in Chanhassen, MN, was the first of its kind – a compound containing two recording studios, a dance rehearsal hall, a performance space, offices, and even living accommodations all under one roof, all for one artist. He could record his music, film his movies, and store his costumes here without ever having to go outside. Tragically, it is also where Prince's body was found. Architect Bret Thoeny was tapped by Prince to build Paisley Park in 1983, spent nearly three years building the structure, and today is opening up about Prince's sacred space, so long shrouded in mystery. Check out CNN's video above to get a tour of Paisley Park and see where Prince created his music and spent his time.
lundi 25 avril 2016
25 Wonderful Mother's Day Gifts For Grandma
We're sure you're already planning to get (or make) something special for Mom on her day, but don't forget Grandma! If your mom's or dad's mother is a special person in your life, we have 25 ideas that will make her smile from ear to ear and help her out in some way. Scroll ahead to find just the perfect gift for abuela.
It's Not Hot in Here, It's Just These Sexy Channing Tatum Movie Moments
Channing Tatum turns 36 this week and can't think of a better way to celebrate than with plenty of onscreen eye candy. In Magic Mike XXL, he made us swoon with his sexy strip routines, but Tatum's dance moves first won hearts back in 2006 with Step Up - including the heart of his costar-turned-wife, Jenna Dewan. Since then, the heartthrob has shown that he can look hot no matter what he's wearing, whether it's a uniform, a swimsuit, or little more than a tie. Heck, he even charmed us in She's the Man. Take a look at Channing Tatum's sexiest movie moments over the years!
This Instagram Account Perfectly Parodies Volunteer Workers in Africa
In the age of social media and living for the "likes," what photo is more popular than one of a volunteer worker in Africa or another Third World country? Whether you hate or love those photos, one Instagram account is trying to spark a conversation about it and the entire volunteer industry.
Barbie Savior is an Instagram account created by two anonymous white 20-something-year-olds that is similar to Hipster Barbie and is meant mock and poke fun at volunteers who travel to Africa to "save" people there. That concept is also known as the white savior complex. Many of these volunteers then take photos with people or places in these countries, usually celebrating how much they are helping, rather than looking at any of the bigger issues.
The two creators, former white saviors themselves, started this account as a way to get the conversation about this topic going. "We were never as 'savioresque' as Barbie Savior, but we did things back in our white savior days that we regret," they told The Huffington Post. "The attitude that Africa needs to be saved from itself, by Westerners, can be traced back to colonialism and slavery. It's such a simplified way to view an entire continent." The creators are prepared for any type of reaction to the account but tell The Huffington Post that most of it so far has been OK.
Of course, the idea of this account is not to shame those who do go and volunteer in countries. Rather, Barbie Savior is here to remind everyone that these photos - whether it's a selfie with a child or a reflective quote that is entirely about yourself rather than the situation - is problematic. "Barbie Savior, we hope, is an entertaining jumping off point for some very real discussions, debates, and resolves," they said to The Huffington Post.
Check out some of the photos of Barbie Savior and see why the account's already racked up more than 24,000 followers.
Who Knew Man Boobs Could Save So Many Women's Lives?
Showing women's breasts and - heaven forbid - a nip slip on social media is a huge no-no, and aside from mothers' photos of breastfeeding being censored, showing nipples in a breast self-exam is apparently not OK either. Since one in eight women will suffer from breast cancer, and early detection is crucial for beating this disease, it's imperative to show women the correct way to check themselves.
So an ad agency from Buenos Aires got creative and decided to use man boobs instead of lady boobs to show women over 25 how to check their breasts and to encourage them to do so regularly. #ManBoobs4Boobs cleverly works around not being able to show women's breasts and also sends the message that this is an issue men need to think about as well. It may be hard to watch this lovely woman fondling this man's nipples, but it sure got your attention, didn't it? Now go check yourself! And share this video with the ladies you love to remind them to do breast self-exams as well.
Jordana Brewster's Fresh and Fun Tips Guarantee Your Best Spring Ever
Actress Jordana Brewster inspires us in many ways - from her intense workouts to her sweet family moments and her on-point beauty advice. So when we caught up with her to chat about all things Spring, as part of her partnership with allergy medicine Zyrtec, we knew she would tell us exactly what do to best transition into the new season.
The Fast & the Furious actress, who was only 21 when she joined the blockbuster franchise, shared her easy tricks to take your workout outdoors, make your eating fresh, and even allergy-proof your mascara. Keep reading to find out exactly what she's doing to guarantee the next few warm months are simply flawless.
11 Facts About Goya That Will Blow Your Mind
Chances are your pantry has more than a few Goya products in it right now, and though most Latinos grew up seeing the chunky font spelling the name on cans, jars, bottles, and bags in our mom's and grandma's kitchens, do we really know much about the history behind the brand? We couldn't say we did, so we went on a deep dive to find out who is responsible for our favorite condiments and ingredients. Turns out, Goya is a family company with roots in Spain and Puerto Rico - and some major milestones under its belt. Read ahead to find out more, and then check out little-known facts about another favorite Latin brand.
- According to Goya's website, the company is the largest, Hispanic-owned food company in the United States.
- The company was founded in downtown Manhattan in 1936 by Don Prudencio Unanue and his wife, Carolina, who had moved to New York City after immigrating to Puerto Rico from Spain.
- The founders bought the name from a Moroccan sardine importer for $1, because they liked its connection to painter Francisco de Goya.
- Goya's first products were olives, olive oil, and sardines, expanding to yucca, plantains, and pigeon peas in the 1940s and black beans, guava paste, and coconut in the 1950s and '60s.
- The company relocated from New York to Secaucus, NJ, in 1974.
- The company's slogan is "If it's Goya . . . it has to be good."
- The Unanues still own Goya Foods, with many family members working in the headquarters.
- Goya now sells more than 2,200 food products from the Caribbean, Mexico, Spain, and Central and South America, including soda, rice, coconut water, coffee, pasta, flours, frozen sofrito, and even fruit pulp.
- The bestselling products in Goya's estore are Goya Minced Anchovies Stuffed Olives, Goya Ham Flavored Concentrate, Goya Crackers, Goya Jamaican Style Ginger Beer, and Goya Plenty Hot Jalapeño Chiles Salsita Hot Sauce.
- Goya's famous adobo seasoning comes in eight flavors: with pepper, without pepper, light with pepper, light without pepper, with cumin, with lemon, bitter orange, and hot.
- In 2000, Goya had its own exhibition in the American History Museum in Washington DC.
17 Reasons You Should Definitely Binge-Watch Sons of Anarchy
Shirtless Charlie Hunnam isn't the only reason to watch Sons of Anarchy, but he's definitely one of them. It's been over a year since the series finale aired, and if you still haven't gotten into the hit TV show, then trust us: you need to add it to your binge-watch list. Already a diehard fan? Well, we wouldn't blame you for wanting to watch it all over again, either - unless you want to dive into a whole new series? Keep reading for a look at 17 reasons you should binge-watch Sons of Anarchy, then check out Charlie Hunnam movies to stream on Netflix!
Jennifer Hudson Will Star in Hairspray Live! Check Out the Cast So Far
Hairspray Live! is quickly coming together. After blowing audiences away with The Wiz, NBC is already planning its follow-up. Alex Rudzinski (a longtime director for Dancing With the Stars) is set to direct, and the show just added two brand-new additions to the cast. Keep reading to see who's already confirmed and be sure to check back for more updates before it premieres on Dec. 7.
The Starbucks-Themed Emoji You've Always Wanted Are Finally Here
Your emoji game is about to change - for the better. While we still have to wait for a dumpling emoji and others from our wish lists, Starbucks just released its own emoji keyboard, filled with Frappuccinos and gold stars.
The app, available for both iOS and Android, is free and works just like any other keyboard you download for your phone. For iPhone users, just head to Settings > General > Keyboard > Add New Keyboard after downloading. For Android, make the keyboard a default one in Settings. If you love coffee and everything Starbucks, this app is 100 percent made for you. You can choose from an array of emoji, like cake pops, iced coffee, and even a barista holding a cup. See an example of two Frappuccinos below.
This is definitely one way the company is trying to make it up to users after changing both the Rewards program and app. Here's hoping Starbucks's next big change involves being able to order coffee via emoji - we'd totally love it.
10 Fascinating Facts About Lilies
It's no secret that lilies are beautiful, but there are many other essential facts about these popular flowers you may not know. Not to fear! We've collected all the must-know info for you. Keep reading to learn it all.
10 Hearty Breakfast Burrito Recipes That Will Leave You Feeling Ready to Take On the Day
If you love burritos and breakfast, chances are you're obsessed with breakfast burritos, too. With an entirely customizable combination of all your favorite morning foods - from eggs to meats (if you're a carnivore, that is) to veggies and starches - wrapped in a delicious tortilla, they're guaranteed to excite your tastebuds and give you a long-lasting burst of energy. Bonus: you can even make a batch ahead of time and freeze it, creating the perfect on-the-go meal. Ready to dive into all the possibilities? Keep scrolling for 10 delicious recipes.
If You Struggle With Writing a Paper, Try Adding This 1 Awesome Line
One of the worst parts about college is definitely writing a paper. Most of us don't start until the night before and who's ever claimed to have fun in the process? But one student thought of the most genius way to make the experience slightly more tolerable.
Potterhead and Twitter user CaptainCaplin posted this:
Desperately trying to trick myself into doing some work http://pic.twitter.com/NylXLm8hgm
- Hen (@CaptainCaplin) April 23, 2016
What better way to add some flavor to your essays than to follow the lead of J.K. Rowling? We have to admit, anything that starts with "Harry Potter and the . . ." sounds way more appealing - something people must agree with, as the tweet has more than 13,000 "likes."
So next time you're struggling with writing a title or a paper - or with life in general - throw some magic into it.
8 Things You Need to Do Before Selling Your iPhone
Ready to trade in your old iPhone for the new one? Before you do, take a look at this checklist to make sure you've deleted all important data from your iPhone. Don't leave anything behind!
- Back up your iPhone.
- Remove photos from Camera Roll. Connect the device to your computer and open Image Capture or iPhoto. Select all photos and then click Import All. In iPhoto, choose to "delete photos from your iPhone" after importing. In Image Capture, if the "Delete Items After Downloading" option no longer appears, try this: turn off "Photos" in iCloud on your Mac and iPhone, then restart both devices, and you should see the delete button.
- Turn iMessage off. Open the Settings app > Messages > iMessage > switch to off.
- Turn FaceTime off. Open the Settings app > FaceTime > switch to off.
- Disable your iCloud account. Open the Settings app > iCloud > tap "Sign Out."
- Log out of Apple ID. Open the Settings app >App and iTunes Stores > tap Apple ID and sign out.
- Restore to factory settings. Open the Settings app > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.
- Unregister your device at supportprofile.apple.com.
- Call your carrier and ask them to disassociate the device from your account.
An important tip! Whatever you do, don't manually delete contacts, photo streams, calendars, or reminders while logged in to your iCloud account. This will also delete the content from the iCloud servers and your iCloud-connected devices (like your iPad or laptop).
Another important tip! If your phone accidentally runs out of battery during the "restore to factory settings" step, use iTunes to erase data. Connect the device to your computer, then restore the backup. Connect your phone to power, go to Settings app > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings again.
OK, but seriously, this is the last important tip! You can erase your device remotely. If you set up Find My iPhone, sign into icloud.com/#find, then click on All Devices and select the phone you want to erase. In the info window, click "Erase iPhone." You'll need to enter your Apple ID password.
6 Game of Thrones Stars React to the Shocking Melisandre Twist
In addition to revealing whether or not Jon Snow is actually dead, the sixth season premiere of Game of Thrones delivers a major twist in the last few minutes of the episode: Melisandre is ancient. The redheaded priestess, played by the gorgeous Carice van Houten, strips out of her robe and takes off her glowing ruby necklace, transforming into a very, VERY old woman. "I was really happy when I read that we were going to reveal that this year. . . . It makes her immediately more vulnerable but also more wise and even more mysterious," van Houten told Entertainment Weekly. "That's why she was able to say, 'This is just a small war, it's all relative compared to the big war we're going to face.' [Her age] makes everything even more meta."
The whole reveal is shocking, to say the least, and fans aren't the only ones who thought so. Keep reading to find out how the cast of Game of Thrones reacted to seeing van Houten's intense old lady makeup and prosthetics and what they think this development will mean for the series as a whole.
20 of the Most Empowering, Badass Verses From Beyoncé's Lemonade
Beyoncé's mysterious HBO special, Lemonade, premiered on Saturday night, and while we really didn't know what to expect going into it, we couldn't be happier with the end result. The "visual album," which is now available on iTunes, not only made celebrities lose their minds, but we also can't stop listening to every track on repeat and obsessing over the jaw-dropping imagery from the hour-long special. In addition to revealing exactly why she named her latest album Lemonade through her lyrics and emotional voiceovers, Beyoncé also hinted at possible infidelity in her marriage to Jay Z. But heartbreak aside, there is so much power on this album that it's almost too much to handle. Keep reading for Lemonade's most badass lyrics.
Every Classic Tegan and Sara Song You Need to Hear Before Their New Album Comes Out
Sisters and indie duo Tegan and Sara are set to release their eighth studio album, Love You to Death, on June 3. Yet, that doesn't mean you have to wait that long in order to enjoy some of the heart-throbbing indie pop hits they're known for.
Though we have their first single, "Boyfriend," to tide us over, their new album makes for a perfect excuse to reminisce on Tegan and Sara's earlier work. The Canadian twins have been recording for more than a decade but have consistently written lyrics about unrequited love, loneliness, and crushes their entire career. As a Tegan and Sara megafan, I made it my mission to curate some of their most defining songs. Consider it the unofficial Tegan and Sara musical encyclopedia - whether you're a newbie or old-school fan of the pair.
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