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.
lundi 23 mai 2016
25 Mexican Recipes For People Who Really Effing Hate Cilantro
The Best Way to Grill Asparagus
Before I learned this method, my grilled asparagus always ended up stringy, charred, and shriveled. I had all but given up hope that it could ever taste good, unless wrapped in bacon. However, while at a dinner party, I learned a new way of cooking it that is foolproof.
Buy thick, hearty stalks of asparagus. These are less likely to fall through grill grates. Prep the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends and then peeling the stalk skin.
Lightly coat the asparagus in a neutral-tasting, high-heat oil, using your hands to evenly coat each stalk.
In a medium-high grill, place the asparagus stalks perpendicular to the grill grates. Close the top and allow the asparagus to cook/steam for approximately 30 seconds. Open the grill top, use tongs to flip toss the asparagus around, close the top, and cook for another 30 seconds.
Remove from the grill and salt and pepper to taste.
That's it! You can try leaving the asparagus on longer, if you prefer grill marks, but you will find this quick method cooks the asparagus through while maintaining a slight crunch.
Watch As Gwen Stefani & Blake Shelton Seem to Melt Together While Performing Their Duet
Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton's real-life chemistry is translating onto the stage. On Sunday, the couple performed their duet, "Go Ahead and Break My Heart," at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas, and needless to say, their performance was nothing short of amazing. Not only was the pair totally in sync as they locked eyes and serendaded each other, but the song itself will hit you right in the heart. Watch Gwen and Blake melt together above.
Kesha's Beautiful Billboard Music Awards Performance Will Overwhelm You Emotionally
It goes without saying that Kesha brought down the house at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night. After much back and forth about whether she could perform, the singer took to the stage to perform an incredible cover of Bob Dylan's "It Ain't Me Babe," backed by Ben Folds. Not only did she blow everyone away with her chilling vocals, but she also received a standing ovation from the crowd afterwards. She was definitely one of the brightest stars of the night.
This Oreo Bagel Recipe Is Better Than a Batch of Slutty Brownies
Not only are Oreo bagels with Oreo cream cheese a real thing that's happening in the world, but it's also something that can happen right in your very own kitchen with our hacked recipe to what is fast becoming an Oreo-lover obsession. Bagels made with a smooth mix of chocolate and vanilla are filled with a creamy Oreo cream cheese and, of course, a handful of fresh cookies layered right in the center. Are you ready for this?
Ingredients
1 cup warm water, divided2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
3 1/2 cups bread flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup cream cheese
24 Oreos
Directions
- Place 1/2 cup of water and yeast in a stand-up mixer fitted with a dough hook. Stir and let stand until slightly foamy, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Add sugar, and mix.
- In a separate bowl, mix together flour and salt, and then gently mix it into the yeast mixture. Add the rest of the water a little at a time until the dough comes together. Remove from the mixer and place in an oiled bowl. Cover with a warm towel and let rest for 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
- Remove the dough and knead in vanilla bean paste. Once fully incorporated, divide the dough in half and knead cocoa powder into 1/2 of the doug,h forming a dark and light dough. Split the dough balls in half once again and roll out into squares.
- Layer the dough light, dark, light, dark, and then slice into 4 strips. Take each strip and gently roll into a bagel shape. Pinch together the ends so they stay.
- Preheat an oven to 375°F and grease a baking sheet with oil.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and boil the bagels for 45 seconds on each side. Remove bagels from the water and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the bagel is cooked through and the exterior is firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
- In a food processor, crumble 8 Oreos until they are a fine crumb. Mix in cream cheese until incorporated. Cut bagels in half and spread generously with cream cheese. Add 2 Oreos to each bagel and cover with even more cream cheese. Sandwich with the top half of the bagel, and enjoy.
Let Adele Blow You Away in the Video For "Send My Love (to Your New Lover)"
Queen Adele didn't even make it to this year's Billboard Music Awards, but she still ruled from afar. Just after accepting the award for top album, her new video for single "Send My Love (to Your New Lover)" premiered on the show. Dressed in floral, Adele is like a Spring enchantress, and the video is simply a showcase of her gorgeous voice. If you were giving 25 a break recently, your obession is about to restart.
15 Things to Make Your May the Tastiest Yet
Summer is so close you can almost taste it, but to have the most delicious May yet, turn to these new products. If you're traveling this month or finding yourself needing some great reading material at the pool, you may want to flip through our favorite new cookbooks or the latest issue of Cherry Bombe. And if you find yourself hungry on the road, we've got a snack you'll definitely want to throw in your bag featuring hazelnut chocolate butter (have I said too much?). And, since outdoor party season is in full swing, don't miss out on some colorful essentials. One thing is for certain, though - each of these items guarantees it's going to be a tasty month.
The Perfect Grill If You Are Completely Afraid of Grilling
When Bjorn stripped the egg of its protective nest covering, it was like a magician unveiling a trick. The Big Green Egg sparkled, and so did my eyes. He explained that beyond being completely in love with the grill, he's a big fan of the product's eggcessories, the fire starters and charcoal being two "egg-sentials." I was amazed how easy it was to build the fire, start it, and control the heat. One of my favorite features of the BGE (look at me, sounding all legitimate) is the thermometer on the grill, so you can constantly monitor the heat. Though the Big Green Egg can easily and quickly reach 700°F (and higher!), the temperature can just as easily come down using the sliding air flow controls located on the top of the bottom of the grill.
As we waited for the BGE to come to temperature, Bjorn schooled me on the features. That night, we used the BGE as a grill only, but it can also serve as a smoker and outdoor oven. According to another POPSUGAR employee, the baking stone eggcessory is a must as BGE pizza is just as good, if not better, than pizza from a wood-burning oven. After seeing the BGE in action, I can see how.
We roasted asparagus in a flash (less than a minute!!) and a whole lamb leg in under an hour. It turned out succulent and perfectly medium-rare on the inside while evenly caramelized on the outside. It was a true marvel how little fussing we had to do over the coals and the meat.
The BGE is like the Apple of the grilling world. It's exceptionally designed and constructed. It's so easy to use, you hardly need an instruction manual. You'll feel an immense boost of confidence in your ability to grill, even if you are a total newbie. Yet, even seasoned grillers will salivate over the BGE's immaculate features. So here's where things get a little disheartening: the price tag. While there are a bunch of different BGE sizes, the smallest one (the mini) is $699. Eeks! Here's to throwing your loose change in a piggy bank, because you will definitely want to save up for this grilling toy.
Demi Lovato's Billboard Music Awards Performance Makes Another Summer Cool
Demi Lovato's single "Cool For the Summer" may have been a the jam of last Summer, but she proved that it has lasting power when she performed it at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday. Looking like a goddess, she comes in slow at first, then turns on the full-on vixen mode as the song deserves. We can't get enough.
Get Ready to Fall in Love With Justin Bieber All Over Again
Justin Bieber has stolen our hearts once again. The singer took the stage at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night and gave yet another incredible performance - along with some swift moves, of course. Not only did he sing his new single "Company," but he also belted out his perenially catchy tune "Sorry." Honestly, we don't think we will ever get tired of hearing this song.
Pink's Performance at the Billboard Music Awards Is, Fittingly, Just Like Fire
Pink attended the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas on Sunday night and proceeded to wow the audience with her stunning performance of "Just Like Fire." Pink swung from a rope and did a few seriously impressive acrobatic moves while belting out the hit song from the upcoming film, Alice Through the Looking Glass. Pink also looked insanely good while rocking a black skirt and her signature pink hair. Watch her kill it above!
Watch Fifth Harmony Put In Work at the Billboard Music Awards
Fifth Harmony nearly set the Billboard Music Awards on fire when they took the stage on Sunday night. In addition to their supersexy dance moves, the ladies performed their hit single, "Work From Home," for the first time - and it did not disappoint. With a special guest appearance by Ty Dolla $ign, Fifth Harmony proved that they definitely know how to "work, work, work." Get ready to whip your hair back and forth, and watch the video above now.
We Need to Discuss How Adorable Shawn Mendes Is During His Latest Performance
If you're not listening to Shawn Mendes every day, you need to think about a lifestyle change. The young star has been lighting up the charts with "Stitches," and he performed the hit at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday. It's no wonder people are freaking out over his recent song, "I Know What You Did Last Summer." Plus, you have to give him props for daring to follow Britney Spears's medley of her greatest hits. Enjoy, and check him out on the red carpet!
Watch Britney Spears Show Everyone How It's Done With a Medley of Her Greatest Hits
Britney Spears proved once and for all that she's the queen of pop at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday. She's the third-ever winner of the Millenium Award, and she opened the show with a medley of her greatest hits, including "Work, B*tch,""I'm a Slave 4 U,""Womanizer," and "Toxic." She even gave Crossroads fans (myself included) a shout-out by singing the chorus of Joan Jett's "I Love Rock 'n' Roll." Check it out!
Low-sodium diets not always worth their salt, McMaster study finds
Contrary to popular thought, maintaining a low-sodium diet may not be beneficial to one's health. According to a recently published study, cutting down your daily salt intake could actually be harmful to your body.
61 Creative Ways to Decorate Your Graduation Cap
One of the most entertaining parts about a graduation is seeing all the great grad cap ideas people come up with. While "Thanks, Mom and Dad" is pretty sweet, it's the creative ones that catch our attention time and time again. Here, we've rounded up some that will make you chuckle and others that will make you wonder, "Why didn't I think of that?" In the name of some good graduation fun, see all our picks.
- Additional reporting by Hilary White and Macy Williams
25 Inspirational Quotes From Big-Time Authors
If you believe in the power of a good quote, your life can turn around. Whether you radically alter your outlook, take a new course of action, or (best of all) combine the two, a certain special phrase may provide the underlying motivation and stick with you forever. Ahead are 25 inspirational quotes from some of the world's favorite (and most famous) authors. Take a few minutes to let these wise words sink in.
- "Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead." - Oscar Wilde
- "Make a difference about something other than yourselves." - Toni Morrison
- "How do you know you're going to do something, until you do it?" - J.D. Salinger
- "You've been here before. It won't kill you. It feels like you can't breathe, but you actually are breathing. It feels like you'll never stop crying, but you actually will." ― Liane Moriarty
- "You don't write because you want to say something, you write because you have something to say." - F. Scott Fitzgerald
- "I am not pretty. I am not beautiful. I am as radiant as the sun." ― Suzanne Collins
- "The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places." - Ernest Hemingway
- "There is no charm equal to tenderness of heart." - Jane Austen
- "The one thing that doesn't abide by majority rule is a person's conscience." ― Harper Lee
- "Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work." - Stephen King
- "Men can only be happy when they do not assume that the object of life is happiness." - George Orwell
- "I am no bird, and no net ensnares me; I am a free human being with an independent will." - Charlotte Brontë
- "Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter." - Mark Twain
- "The wide world is all about you: you can fence yourselves in, but you cannot forever fence it out." - J.R.R. Tolkien
- "You only get one life. It's actually your duty to live it as fully as possible." ― Jojo Moyes
- "Open your eyes and see what you can with them before they close forever." ― Anthony Doerr
- "Never be afraid to raise your voice for honesty and truth and compassion against injustice and lying and greed. If people all over the world . . . would do this, it would change the earth." ― William Faulkner
- "It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all, in which case you have failed by default." - J.K. Rowling
- "You make a life out of what you have, not what you're missing." ― Kate Morton
- "There are dark shadows on the earth, but its lights are stronger in the contrast." - Charles Dickens
- "Never forget what you are, for surely the world will not. Make it your strength. Then it can never be your weakness. Armour yourself in it, and it will never be used to hurt you." ― George R.R. Martin
- "To make real friends you have to put yourself out there. Sometimes people will let you down, but you can't let that stop you. If you get hurt, you just pick yourself up, dust off your feelings, and try again." ― Kristin Hannah
- "Don't think. Thinking is the enemy of creativity. It's self-conscious, and anything self-conscious is lousy. You can't try to do things. You simply must do things." - Ray Bradbury
- "The best love is the kind that awakens the soul and makes us reach for more, that plants a fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds." ― Nicholas Sparks
- "And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it." ― Roald Dahl
dimanche 22 mai 2016
39 Tips That'll Save You Hundreds on Your Next Trip
Travel can be one of the most rewarding experiences you can pay for. However, it can also be one of the most expensive. Fortunately, there are ways to cut costs so you can afford your dream vacation. Read on for some of the best tips to save on the upfront costs of your next trip.
- Additional reporting by Ashley Paige
Nutritionists Recommend the Perfect Dinner Equation For Weight Loss
Want to know how the last meal of the day can help you drop pounds? We've enlisted the expertise of two nutritionists - Stephanie Clarke, RD, and Willow Jarosh, RD, of C&J Nutrition - to share the perfect equation for what to eat for supper to help you lose weight. Follow their advice below to start seeing results.
Calories
Aim for a range between 450 and 550 calories. If you're trying to lose weight, stay closer to 450, and if you're trying to maintain weight, especially if you're working out, shoot closer to 550 calories.
Carbs
About 45 to 55 percent of your dinner calories should be devoted to carbs, which is about 50 to 75 grams of carbs. Don't be afraid to eat carbs at night because you're worried you won't have time to burn them off. As long as you're sticking to your total calorie amount for the day, eating carbs at this meal isn't more likely to cause weight gain. Actually, eating enough carbs at dinner can dissolve those postdinner carb cravings for sweets and chips.
Protein
About 20 to 25 percent of your dinner calorie amount should be protein, which works out to 25 to 35 grams. Protein is vital to help rebuild and maintain muscle, and since your body does a lot of rebuilding at night, ensuring your dinner includes enough protein is important. Protein also makes you feel satisfied, which is another tool for preventing postdinner noshing sessions.
Fats
Shoot for about 15 to 25 grams, which is about 30 to 35 percent of your total supper calories. Instead of saturated fats like beef and cheese, go for monounsaturated fats (MUFAs) like olive oil, sesame oil, coconut oil, avocado, olives, and nuts and seeds.
Fiber
To help you reach the recommended daily total of 25 grams per day, aim for at least eight grams at dinnertime. This should be coming primarily from fiber-rich carb choices like whole grains, starchy veggies, beans, small amounts of fruit, and fiber-containing fats such as avocado, nuts, and seeds.
Sugars
Stick to no more than seven grams or fewer of total sugars. And when it comes to added sugar, try not to exceed four grams - that's about one teaspoon of any sweetener used in sauces or dressing.
Timing
Ideally you should eat dinner about two to three hours after your 3:30 p.m. afternoon snack. If you plan to exercise after work, fuel up with a later-afternoon snack around 4:30 p.m. Then you can exercise at 5:30 p.m. for an hour and eat dinner by 7/7:30 p.m. As mentioned above, don't worry about eating dinner too late. As long as you don't exceed your daily calories, what time you eat won't impact your weight.
A Few Examples of Perfect Dinners
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Jenny Sugar
Mexican Quinoa Bites With Salsa: Enjoy four of these quinoa and black bean bites with one-quarter of an avocado and two tablespoons of mild salsa.
Calories: 506
Total fat: 22.2 g
Saturated fat: 7.9 g
Carbs: 55.1 g
Fiber: 13.9 g
Sugars: 6.5 g
Protein: 24.2 g
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Lizzie Fuhr
Panko-Crusted Fish Over Kale With a Side of Wild Rice: Follow this simple recipe to make one serving of panko-crusted halibut, and enjoy it with a curly kale salad and half a cup of cooked wild rice mixed with one-eighth cup of kidney beans.
Calories: 550
Total fat: 20.4 g
Saturated fat: 4.3 g
Carbs: 52.8 g
Fiber: 7.4 g
Sugars: 3.3 g
Protein: 41.9 g
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Lizzie Fuhr
Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl With Brown Rice: Whip up this easy dish made with chicken, black beans, and salsa, and stir in half a cup of cooked brown rice and half a tablespoon of olive oil to make it even more filling.
Calories: 518
Total fat: 11.7 g
Saturated fat: 1.4 g
Carbs: 58.7 g
Fiber: 10.1 g
Sugars: 4.7 g
Protein: 45.1 g
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Jenny Sugar
Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup With Bread: For the vegans out there, throw all the ingredients in your slow cooker in the morning, and you'll come home to a hot bowl of creamy butternut squash lentil soup. Enjoy your bowl with two small slices of warm sourdough bread smeared with half a tablespoon each of Earth Balance.
Calories: 538
Total fat: 14.3 g
Saturated fat: 4.3 g
Carbs: 76.8 g
Fiber: 18.5 g
Sugars: 6.5 g
Protein: 25.5 g
Dinner Mistakes to Avoid
- Skipping carbs: People often go carb-free as a way to lose weight quickly, but forbidding yourself this important nutrient will make carb cravings even stronger, leading to carb bingeing. Including healthy fiber-rich carbs such as whole grains, starchy veggies, and beans will actually satiate your hunger longer and make eating a balanced diet easier to sustain in the long term.
- Enormous plates: Dinner-size plates are pretty standard, but the amount of food you can pile on one can add up to two or three times the amount of calories you should have at dinner. Downsize your plates and use either smaller-sized salad plates or cereal bowls. Don't be afraid to measure out portions, and once you do, pack leftovers away in the fridge for tomorrow's lunch so you're not tempted to grab a few extra bites.
- Setting a strict dinner time: While there's something to be said for giving yourself guidelines for not snacking after a certain time (e.g., after you've already eaten dinner), if you find yourself skipping dinner because it's too late, then you may be setting yourself up to overeat the following day. Eating after 8 p.m. (or any time) won't make you gain weight, so there's no need to skip it. Just be sure your dinner is balanced and doesn't make you exceed your daily calorie limit for the day.
Looking to lose weight during other times of the day? Here's what to eat for breakfast and what to eat for lunch, as well as what to eat at snack time to lose weight.
What's the Deal With Greyscale? Let's Investigate
Before she meets her untimely demise, did you ever find yourself rewinding and pausing Game of Thrones to get a better look at Princess Shireen's face full of scales? Then you might be wondering what exactly the deal is with greyscale, the bizarre affliction that plagued Stannis Baratheon's daughter and is now slowly taking over Jorah Mormont's body. Now that greyscale is becoming more relevant, let's take a look at what we actually know about it from the show itself.
What are the symptoms?
The skin becomes rough, gray, and scaly. As George R. R. Martin explains in a featurette about the disease (see below), "it calcifies the skin." At first, it's just a thin patch, but it can consume your whole body. "It's a death sentence," he adds. Gilly also tells Shireen about how when her sisters contracted it, they began to act like animals and didn't sound like themselves anymore. This means that not only is it a physical disease, it's mental as well. Martin confirmed this, saying if it affects your brain, it brings madness.
Is there a cure?
As he tells Shireen in the fifth season, Stannis has spent a lot of money seeking a cure for her. It takes every healer in the land, but he is able to slow the progress of his daughter's greyscale until it stops. She still has the scales on her face, but she survives. So while it is possible to stop greyscale, it's incredibly difficult, and we don't exactly know what "cure" the healers found.
Is it contagious?
Yes, but how it's transmitted isn't fully explained. When attacked by the Stone Men, Jorah yells out to Tyrion to not let them touch him, because they think the disease is spread by physical contact. In fact, it's Jorah who becomes infected - but is it because he's touched, or is it spread another way? In Shireen's case, she exhibits symptoms as a baby after playing with a doll that a trader had brought over from Dorne. Stannis even says that he remembers pressing the doll up to her cheek, where she now has scales.
What happens to people who have greyscale?
Historically, they're quarantined. Gilly tells Shireen about how Craster dragged her sisters into the woods on a rope, and Shireen is locked in her room in the castle for most of her life. The afflicted are often sent to live in a colony in Valyria, and Stannis even tells Shireen that people wanted him to send her to live out the rest of her short life there. The people there, known as the Stone Men, are in the later stages of greyscale.
What do the books say about the origins of greyscale?
According to Martin's series, greyscale originates when the legendary Prince Garin cursed Valyria after its dragons destroyed his army. He asked the river to smite the people, and that night it flooded the towns. Immediately, people began dying of greyscale. In A Dance With Dragons, the fifth book, an infected man says that death from greyscale is slow, between two and five years. The show differs from the books in a few ways, so we're not positive this also applies to the characters on the show. If it does, however, that means Jorah should better figure out what Stannis's men did to Shireen.
The 25 Best American Cities For Jobs in 2016
When it comes to the job hunt, location is (debatably) just as important as things like salary and benefits. After all, you want to be happy in your profession - but you want to be happy where you LIVE, too. Glassdoor recently released its list of best cities for jobs in 2016, which identifies US metros with the highest overall Glassdoor Job Score, based on a comparison of the 50 most populated US metros. Each region's Glassdoor Job Score is based on a five-point scale (five being the best city for a job, and one being the worst). These ratings were determined by weighing four factors equally: hiring opportunity, cost of living, work-life balance, and job satisfaction. See the full list below!
1. San Jose, CA - Glassdoor Job Score: 4.0
Number of Job Openings: 61,038
Median Base Salary: $112,000
Median Home Value: $956,500
Hot Three Jobs: Solutions Architect, HR Manager, Data Scientist
2. San Francisco, CA - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.8
Number of Job Openings: 121,597
Median Base Salary: $88,000
Median Home Value: $806,600
Hot Three Jobs: Data Scientist, Engagement Manager, Junior Graphic Designer
3. Seattle, WA - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.5
Number of Job Openings: 103,124
Median Base Salary: $85,000
Median Home Value: $382,700
Hot Three Jobs: UI-UX Designer, Data Scientist, Engagement Manager
4. Boston, MA - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.5
Number of Job Openings: 121,498
Median Base Salary: $67,500
Median Home Value: $387,400
Hot Three Jobs: Nurse Practitioner, Applications Developer, Sales Development Representative
5. Washington DC - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.4
Number of Job Openings: 163,520
Median Base Salary: $70,000
Median Home Value: $364,100
Hot Three Jobs: Director of Development, Business Office Manager, Data Scientist
6. Austin, TX - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.3
Number of Job Openings: 45,186
Median Base Salary: $61,000
Median Home Value: $247,500
Hot Three Jobs: Creative Director, Finance Manager, Solutions Architect
7. Salt Lake City, UT - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.3
Number of Job Openings: 23,013
Median Base Salary: $58,700
Median Home Value: $234,400
Hot Three Jobs: Technical Support Engineer, Outside Sales Representative, Marketing Coordinator
8. Raleigh-Durham, NC - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.3
Number of Job Openings: 34,660
Median Base Salary: $62,000
Median Home Value: $209,400
Hot Three Jobs: Registered Nurse, Research Associate, Software Engineer
9. Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.0
Number of Job Openings: 65,141
Median Base Salary: $65,000
Median Home Value: $219,400
Hot Three Jobs: Web Designer, Sales Manager, Business Development Manager
10. Oklahoma City, OK - Glassdoor Job Score: 3.0
Number of Job Openings: 20,576
Median Base Salary: $50,000
Median Home Value: $132,500
Hot Three Jobs: Delivery Driver, Accountant, Account Executive
11. St. Louis, MO - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.9
Number of Job Openings: 49,450
Median Base Salary: $56,896
Median Home Value: $141,900
Hot Three Jobs: Software Developer, Office Manager, Attorney
12. Detroit, MI - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.9
Number of Job Openings: 59,494
Median Base Salary: $61,500
Median Home Value: $123,100
Hot Three Jobs: Financial Advisor, Teller, Registered Nurse
13. Kansas City, MO - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.8
Number of Job Openings: 43,182
Median Base Salary: $58,000
Median Home Value: $147,500
Hot Three Jobs: Buyer, Business Development Manager, Pharmacist
14. Columbus, OH - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.8
Number of Job Openings: 36,873
Median Base Salary: $57,000
Median Home Value: $154,600
Hot Three Jobs: Regional Sales Manager, Senior Financial Analyst, Process Engineer
15. Cleveland, OH - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.8
Number of Job Openings: 35,130
Median Base Salary: $55,000
Median Home Value: $125,500
Hot Three Jobs: Medical Technologist, Marketing Manager, Software Developer
16. Indianapolis, IN - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.7
Number of Job Openings: 38,934
Median Base Salary: $56,000
Median Home Value: $130,200
Hot Three Jobs: Account Executive, Pharmacist, Retail Store Manager
17. Baltimore, MD - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.7
Number of Job Openings: 67,209
Median Base Salary: $58,000
Median Home Value: $244,800
Hot Three Jobs: Customer Service Specialist, Electrical Engineer, Restaurant Manager
18. Louisville, KY - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.7
Number of Job Openings: 26,311
Median Base Salary: $54,000
Median Home Value: $137,500
Hot Three Jobs: Program Manager, Outside Sales Representative, Operations Manager
19. Pittsburgh, PA - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 50,127
Median Base Salary: $56,896
Median Home Value: $126,700
Hot Three Jobs: Mechanical Engineer, Nurse Practitioner, Product Manager
20. San Antonio, TX - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 34,895
Median Base Salary: $55,000
Median Home Value: $150,200
Hot Three Jobs: Sales Manager, Human Resources Coordinator, Network Engineer
21. San Diego, CA - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 45,424
Median Base Salary: $71,323
Median Home Value: $506,100
Hot Three Jobs: Marketing Assistant, Senior Research Associate, Senior Data Scientist
22. Chicago, IL - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 170,192
Median Base Salary: $63,000
Median Home Value: $193,800
Hot Three Jobs: Creative Director, Data Scientist, UI-UX Designer
23. Cincinnati, OH - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 36,624
Median Base Salary: $57,179
Median Home Value: $143,400
Hot Three Jobs: Phlebotomist, Graphic Designer, Business Development Manager
24. Atlanta, GA - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 94,925
Median Base Salary: $60,000
Median Home Value: $163,000
Hot Three Jobs: Engagement Manager, Internal Auditor, Network Administrator
25. Hartford, CT - Glassdoor Job Score: 2.6
Number of Job Openings: 24,590
Median Base Salary: $68,000
Median Home Value: $215,800
Hot Three Jobs: Paralegal, Manufacturing Engineer, Business Analyst
If This Theory About Jane the Virgin's Next Season Is True, the Show Is Taking a Huge Turn
If you haven't seen Jane the Virgin's finale episode, turn back now. All the rest of you, come on in.
The final episode of season two is a real shocker: Jane and Michael get married, but on their all-important wedding night, Michael is shot by his partner Susanna, who is revealed to be Rose. It's very unlikely that he survives, unless for some reason he thinks to wear a bullet-proof vest on his wedding day. The finale is a cliffhanger of epic proportions, and while we can deduce that season three will focus on Jane coming to terms with Michael's passing, there is another hint in the episode about what's to come.
The episode's minor subplot revolves around Jane changing her thesis. Jane has always been preoccupied with romance, and her previous thesis reflects not only her fixation with the "perfect romance," but the show's plot about her getting married to the man of her dreams.
"I can't spend an entire year working on something I'm not passionate about," Jane tells Professor Donaldson on the finale. If the theory holds true that Jane's writing mirrors what happens on the show, that means her current path is changing along with her thesis. Jane can't spend next season settling into boring old married life with Michael, it wouldn't be passionate enough for the pseudo telenovela! But then what does next season hold?
"I know what my new thesis should be. It's a love story loosely based on my grandparents," Jane says. "It'll start in Venezuela and explore class differences, religion, sexual stigma, their journey to America - I may even make it bilingual even!" This doesn't mean that season three will be all about Alba, but it might mean that Jane's path will closely follow Alba's. After all, like her grandmother, Jane is (probably) also a widow now. It also means that next season will be more serious than seasons one and two, exploring real issues.
If you're thinking that this sounds like a stretch, consider the character of Professor Donaldson. She has served as a surrogate for the writers before, like the time she brought up whether Jane's writing would follow the Bechdel test, then the entire episode becomes one giant Bechdel test. On the finale, the narrator brings up that the professor "hates the marriage plot," right as Jane is shifting her thesis from romance to reality. The professor (and the board) accept Jane's new thesis proposal, possibly signaling that the writers are taking a new direction on the new season.
The 10 Secrets of Happy, Healthy Women
Ready to make space for some much needed balance in your world? Follow these simple and straightforward rules to cultivate the happy and healthy life you've always craved.
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Number One: Keep Mornings Calm
Even five minutes of pure relaxation make a huge difference in your mood and energy all day. Leave plenty of time to eat a filling breakfast, stretch or meditate, and have a calm commute to start every day out on a happy Zen note.
Number Two: Make Time to Move
Exercise ups endorphins, boosts immunity, relieves stress, and keeps you feeling strong and confident in your body. There's no need to go crazy with an intense hour-long workout every day of the week, but a little daily exercise is some of the best medicine available for the body and mind.
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Number Three: Eat Real Food
Processed junk food makes your blood sugar spike, pumps your body with unnatural ingredients, and leaves you feeling hungry and unsatisfied soon after you eat. Choosing real, whole, all-natural clean foods just makes sense if you are serious about your health and happiness.
Number Four: Reach For Water
When feeling fatigued or in need of a boost, don't immediately reach for a caffeinated or sugary beverage. Often, a foggy, tired brain is a sign of dehydration, so sip on plenty of water all day to keep energy levels up and soaring.
Related: 4 Detox Ingredients You Need to Add to Your H2O
Number Five: Listen When Your Body Talks
Happy people help their bodies work with them instead of against them. They put down their fork when they've had enough, hit up a yoga class when they need a release, and don't pour that third (or fourth) cocktail when they know it's not a good idea. If you're willing to listen, your body has plenty to say.
Number Six: Love Those Vegetables
Vegetables are not added to a plate because your body has to eat them: it's because it wants to eat them. Colorful produce is packed with nutrients that keep your body functioning at its top potential.
Number Seven: Invest in Fitness and Health
Don't wait until you're feeling poorly and out of sorts to take care of your needs. Commit to that studio package, get an occasional massage, and make those doctor appointments that it's time to schedule.
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Number Eight: Remember to Be Grateful
When someone's attention is focused on lack, that's exactly what they're going to get: more lack. Instead of focusing on the job they don't have or a number on the scale they don't want to see, positive people are not afraid to give thanks for all the gifts they have in life - both large and small.
Number Nine: Slow Down to Smile
Life is not always so serious for happy and healthy folks. They make time to connect with loved ones and are not afraid to show kindness to strangers. Laughing helps too.
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Number 10: Rest
When tired or feeling worn out, don't schedule another activity or commit to another event. Having healthy boundaries keeps you feeling safe, connected, and energized, so take alone time to recharge at home. And when it's time to get some sleep, turn off the computers, stop binging on Netflix, and get to bed.
Healthy Nice Cream Recipes That You Can Whip Up In Minutes Flat
What's not to love about nice cream? At its simplest, nice cream is frozen bananas blended up into soft serve, but add in additional ingredients like chocolate, cherries, or nuts, and it's like owning your own ice cream shop! This vegan treat is just as delicious as ice cream without the need for added sugar or a complicated ice cream maker - try it for the first time today!
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The Prettiest Way to Keep the Zika Virus at Bay
With scary reports of the Zika virus all over the news, it's hard not to feel threatened by the mosquitoes lurking in your yard. Instead of hiding indoors all Summer, fill your garden with plants mosquitoes hate and be sure to light a mosquito-repelling candle when you're outdoors. We've found 22 candles that are so beautiful, you'll hardly believe they also keep mosquitoes at bay. Check them out below.
'Life is more important than working': Aylmer couple set out on 2-year mental wellness tour
A couple from Aylmer, Que., are setting out Sunday on a two-year road trip across Canada and the U.S., in an effort to share stories of people using outdoor sports to help their mental well-being.
B.C. nurse reflects on helping Ecuador earthquake victims
A B.C. nurse is reflecting on his relief efforts after helping people injured in the devastating earthquake in Ecuador last month.
85 Items You Should DEFINITELY Buy at the Dollar Store
When I was a little kid, my parents made quite a few trips to the local Dollar Tree - and I always tagged along. I made a few bucks a week doing chores, so I was able to buy several items per outing . . . which was more than enough for a third grader. In young adulthood, my love for buying cheaply hasn't faded a bit. Ahead are 85 products you should, without a doubt, get from the dollar store. Why spend more than you have to?
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14 Stages of Completely Losing It Emotionally During a Sad Movie
Sometimes it's instantaneous, sometimes it's gradual, but most of us have bawled our eyes out at the movie theater. We promise ourselves it won't happen, but sometimes you can't help but let out a tear . . . or 20. With several heart-wrenching movies coming out this Summer alone (we're looking at you, Me Before You), here's the all-too-real breakdown of what it's really like to emotionally lose your cool in a movie theater. Grab some popcorn and enjoy!
'Exceptionally complex' pot molecules make breathalyzer hard to develop
With recreational cannabis set to be legalized some time next year, those already worried about the increasing rate of drugged driving are concerned things could get dangerous.
Do This Every Day to Lose Weight (20 Pounds in 6 Months!)
No matter how you feel about the weighing yourself, Dietitian Julie Upton, MS, RD, of Appetite For Health, shares details from a new study on how the scale can help with weight loss.
According to a first-of-its-kind study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, researchers from Duke University Obesity Prevention Program reported that those who weighed themselves daily lost about three times as much weight and body fat, compared to those stepped on the scale less frequently.
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The Duke obesity researchers enrolled 47 overweight men and women into a weight loss clinical trial that used electronic scales that were networked to the researchers' computer network. All subjects were instructed to weigh in daily and were given some basic advice about healthy eating and exercise behaviors (i.e., increase water consumption, walk more, eat fewer snacks, enjoy more fruits/veggies).
Using data from the subjects' escales, the researchers could objectively track the frequency of weigh-ins as well as the actual weights recorded. Previous studies have relied on subjects' self-reported information about weigh-ins, which is considered less reliable.
After six months, the researchers evaluated both body weight and composition of all subjects and found that those who weighed in daily (51 percent of all subjects) lost an average of 20 pounds, compared to about seven pounds lost among those who weighed themselves about five days per week. Subjects who weighed themselves daily were also more likely to report following through on more healthy diet and lifestyle behaviors.
The authors concluded: "Daily weighing may trigger the self-regulatory processes that promote behavior change. Those who weigh daily report greater adoption of diet and exercise behaviors associated with weight control."
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This study adds to previous studies that also reported that those who weigh themselves more frequently lose more weight and are less likely to gain weight over time. As a dietitian, I've always been hesitant to recommend getting obsessed with the number on the scale, but newer studies suggest that it's important to keep tabs on your body weight so that you can alter behaviors when you notice small increases in weight gain. It's a lot easier to lose three or five pounds than it is to lose 20 or more, so frequent weigh-ins are one way to keep your weight stable for a lifetime.
Shrink Down Back Fat With These Effective Poses
While there's no miracle move to diminish back bulge - it's a matter of doing calorie-burning cardio to decrease your overall percentage of body fat - it's still important to strengthen and tone the muscles in that area of the body. As you begin to lose weight from all the running and Zumba classes you're doing, you'll reveal slim, chiseled muscles waiting underneath. Here are nine yoga poses that will target all the areas of your back.
The Me Before You Soundtrack Is Your New Favorite Playlist
Music can make or break a movie, and in the case of Me Before You, the soundtrack elevates the story to a whole new (very emotional) level. Imagine Dragons, Ed Sheeran, and The 1975 are all featured in the film, and the collection of songs makes for a great playlist on its own. Unfortunately, Jessie Ware's "Till the End" isn't available on YouTube or Spotify (yet), but we've rounded up all the other tracks, plus one bonus song that's in the movie but not on the soundtrack. Take a look, subscribe to our Spotify playlist at the end, and check out the soundtrack on iTunes!
What Is a Kingsmoot and What Does It Mean For Game of Thrones?
Balon Greyjoy meets his end in this season of Game of Thrones, which means it's about to go down in the Iron Islands. As Yara helps send her father off to sea, she and her uncle Aeron briefly discuss that the next ruler of the Iron Islands will be determined by "kingsmoot." But what exactly is a kingsmoot? Let's investigate. (Warning: there are potentially some light spoilers ahead from the A Song of Ice and Fire book series.)
It's an Ironborn thing
Rather than just going to the next nonbastard in line like many other parts of the Seven Kingdoms, the ruler of the Iron Islands is often picked via election. It's considered to be part of the "old way," which basically means it's a tradition that's been going on for essentially forever. The event is led by a priest of the Drowned God (the religion followed by most inhabitants of the Iron Islands).
How does it work?
The deal is that any ship's captain can throw his (or her, as the rare case may be) name in the ring to be the next High King of the Iron Islands. If you're not a ship's captain, you need not apply. Each candidate must have the support of three champions and is allowed to make a speech about why he should win and can give gifts to help his cause as well. The kingsmoot goes on until the masses are chanting the name of just one candidate, which means it can last for five minutes or five months.
Who will be involved?
For starters, you can expect Euron Greyjoy to be front and center, since the whole reason they're having a kingsmoot is because he murdered his brother Balon. Of Balon's two remaining brothers, there's Aeron (whom we meet in episode two of season six), but since he's a priest, it's more likely that he'll be overseeing the event than actively trying to participate in it, and Victarion, who has a role in the book version but could be excluded from the show. Yara's chances are unlikely because she's a woman, but she's never been one to go down without a fight, so she'll probably be angling to take the throne. It's also an interesting point that Theon has just decided to head home: how will he affect the kingsmoot?
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Nutritionists Reveal the Biggest Weight-Loss Mistakes
If you're no stranger to the struggles of trying to lose weight, the solution might be a few tweaks to your regimen. We enlisted the expertise of three nutritionists - Stephanie Clarke, RD, and Willow Jarosh, RD, of C&J Nutrition, as well as Mitzi Dulan, RD, author of The Pinterest Diet: How to Pin Your Way Thin and CLIF Bar nutrition partner. Check out what they say are the biggest mistakes most people make when trying to slim down.
The Workouts That Help You See Weight-Loss Results Faster
Are you maximizing your calorie-burning time when you work out? Make those minutes count with these workouts for weight loss. Read on to learn just why these workouts are great for losing those pounds, as well as routines for each type of workout.
The Top 10 Landmarks in the US
With July 4 fast approaching, you may be looking to tour some the most iconic attractions and locations in the United States. TripAdvisor, a travel-planning and booking site, has officially announced the winners of its Travelers' Choice awards for landmarks in the US.
For those planning to visit a winning United States landmark this year, TripAdvisor has identified the average bookable accommodation rates for Summer in each destination, as well as top-rated tours bookable on TripAdvisor and any upcoming events. See the pictures and useful information ahead! You won't want to miss a trip to these historic destinations.
Andy Samberg Returns to SNL for a Ridiculously NSFW Digital Short
It's been quite awhile since we've gotten a new digital short from Andy Samberg. Sure, Saturday Night Live still does them, but they're not quite the same without that Lonely Island flair. Well, Samberg is whipping out the big guns (literally, in this video) to promote his new movie, Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, and he returned for SNL's finale episode to drop the video for "Finest Girl." It's NSFW in a number of ways, but it's definitely worth the watch. Take a look, and check out The Lonely Island singing "I'm on a Boat" with classroom instruments.
Game of Thrones: Who Exactly Are the Sons of the Harpy and What Do They Want?
Forget the Night's King, the White Walkers, and the wights; one of the biggest threats to our precious Game of Thrones characters is the Sons of the Harpy. They make their first appearance on the season five premiere, slaying a member of the Unsullied who just wants to get his cuddle on with a prostitute. That's just the beginning. They go on to launch two full-scale attacks, murder Ser Barristan, and wound Grey Worm severely. They nearly kill Daenerys at the fighting pits before she escapes on Drogon, and on the season six premiere, we see that they set the city on fire in her absence. The masked men have it out for Daenerys, but why? And who are they? Time for a Game of Thrones investigation.
Who Are They?
From what we know based on the TV show (not the books), the Sons of the Harpy are a radical underground group comprised of former slave-holders from the largest house in Meereen. The harpy, a mythological creature with the head and torso of a woman and the wings, tail, and legs of a bird, is a traditional symbol of slave masters in Slaver's Bay (the region in which Meereen is located), which is why the group has adopted the harpy mask as their disguise. Though there is a leader of the Sons of the Harpy in the book (referred to as The Harpy), a leader hasn't been introduced in the show yet - if there even is one.
What Do They Want?
They want their city back! They don't like the way Daenerys has come in and disrupted their entire way of life, freeing their slaves and taking away the great power they once had over Meereen. They're banding together to topple the empire that Daenerys is building for herself and restore the old way of life, which includes slavery.
How Can Daenerys Stop Them?
The Sons of the Harpy are a force to be reckoned with, as witnessed by their surprise attack at the fighting pit and the way they have taken over Meereen. The group is huge, and if it weren't for Drogon's return, Daenerys would almost certainly be dead. This might be a turning point for Daenerys, who has thus far tried to maintain order the old-fashioned way - by crucifying the former masters. She has avoided using her dragons to keep citizens in line, even locking them away when they accidentally scorched a small child. Now, she may be realizing that she needs to bring them back out to defeat the growing army of the Sons of the Harpy. The only question is, will she find her way back to Meereen?
Every Hair Color and Cut Demi Lovato Has Ever Had
You will never hear anyone say that Demi Lovato is not adventurous. The "Confident" singer, who is getting ready to go on tour with her BFF Nick Jonas, hasn't found a haircut or color she hasn't wanted to try out.
Pink tips, blond ombré, shaved sides, blunt bangs - you name it, Demi has experimented with it. And while it seems like the star has found her sweet spot with her latest style, we'll always appreciate the rainbow of shades and endless cut inspiration she has provided us with through the years. Keep reading to find every single one of those transformations, starting in 2008.
Ranking Ikea's 3 Meatballs From Best to Worst
I recently went to Ikea with one goal in mind: eat everything, including all of the candy, snacks, and, of course, meatballs. Ikea now makes three versions: the original pork-and-beef, chicken, and the new vegetarian meatballs. In case you aren't sure which ones to go for, whether at the cafe or in the freezer section, I sampled and rated them so you can make the best meatball decision.
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2 Simple Stretches to Help You Into the Splits
You don't have to be a contortionist to do the splits! And while dropping into the position won't happen overnight, doing these two stretches regularly will improve the flexibility of your hips and hamstrings. If you're looking for a longer stretch routine, check out this five-minute yoga sequence that preps your body for the splits.
The splits may be all about flexibility, but you don't get there without strength - so be sure to check out Mandy Ingber's new book Yogalosophy For Inner Strength, which explores the relationship between opening up the body and healing the mind, heart, and spirit.
15 Annoying Things People Do on Snapchat
Who doesn't use and love Snapchat these days? It's become the go-to app to capture a quick life moment, with hilarious face swaps of course. With some tricks and tips, it's easily one of the most fun apps to use daily. But, just like when Instagram hopped onto the scene, some people just have zero chill and clue on how to properly use the app. Check out some of the worst types of people you encounter on Snapchat ahead and how they make you feel (mostly annoyed and angry).
No, These Aren't English Muffins; They're Japanese Hotcakes!
There are #fitnessgoals and #squadgoals but after this video, the only aspirational hashtag you'll want to use will be #BRUNCHGOALS. Trust us.
Ingredients
2 large eggs3/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Directions
- In a blender, add eggs, buttermilk, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Blend on the lowest speed for just a few seconds until combined. Add flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Continue blending for 15 to 20 seconds or until the batter is completely combined.
- Heat a sauté pan over medium-low heat and using a pastry brush, brush the inside of a ring mold with oil. Add remaining oil to pan and place the ring mold in the center of the pan. Let heat up for a few minutes and then pour the pancake batter into the mold until it is half full. Be careful to not add too much because the batter will expand and spill over the side.
- Cook the pancake for four minutes or until bubbles start to form on the top of the pancake. Use a spatula to carefully flip the pancake and mold over and continue cooking for an additional three minutes, or until the bottom of the pancake is golden brown and the inside is no longer runny. Serve stacked with butter and syrup.
Information
- Category
- Breakfast/Brunch
- Cuisine
- Japanese
- Yield
- Serves 4
- Cook Time
- 15 minutes
Why an Active Chill Day Feels Better Than Couch Time
Take a well-deserved rest day. After all, a day off allows your muscles to recover, rebuild, and become stronger. But chill days in the 21-Day Summer Shape-Up Challenge aren't just for lounging on the couch. To speed your recovery and get your blood flowing to help feed your weary muscles, take yourself for a 20-minute stroll, bike ride, jog, or swim, and then show your muscles some TLC with massage and stretching. Here's our simple prescription for making the most of your rest day.
Roll It Out
A weekly massage would be great for your body but not so great for your wallet. Instead, invest in a foam roller for some DIY muscle relief. Roll out knotted muscles and prime tight spots before stretching. Here are three resources to kick off your massage session.
Foam rolling to energize tired legs
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Stretch It Out
After walking and rolling, lengthen tight muscles with some stretching. Pick one or two stretches for each body part, and hold your stretches for 30 seconds each.
Hamstring stretches
Calf stretches
Quad stretches
Glute stretches
Back stretches
Enjoy your chill day!
20 Things Only People With a Serious Coffee Addiction Understand
Would you like a side of coffee with your cup of coffee? If you're like me, the answer is always "yes." It's the first thing you think about in the morning, a fresh cup brings you more happiness than most other things (and people) in the world, and you can never have too much in one day. Some people's spirit animal is a unicorn; yours is coffee. You know your addiction is real if you relate to these 20 things all too well.
25 Shorts That Are Perfect For Your Summertime Runs
With Memorial Day just around the corner, it's time for all those summertime runs: around the lake, by the river, at the beach, through the trails, at the park - pretty much anywhere except on the treadmill. Head out into the heat and gear up for sunshiny jaunts in your favorite places outside.
These hot shorts will keep you cool in the Summer heat, all while looking fresh. Pick a length, silhouette, and color that works for you, then get out there and rock 'em!
Where Do You Stand on the Monkey Emoji Debate?
The Great Monkey Emoji Debate of 2016 rages on! We haven't been this worked up since "The Dress."
10 Recipes That Call For a Familiar Flavor: Sofrito
Ask a Puerto Rican chef (or, frankly, anyone from Puerto Rico) what defines the island's cuisine, and they'll absolutely respond with one delicious word: sofrito. The heart of Latin Caribbean food and the base of virtually all recipes, sofrito is a customizable combination of root vegetables, beans, garlic, and seasonings. Ready to make your own? Keep reading for some mouthwatering, easy-to-whip-up recipes that beautifully incorporate those signature flavors, transforming them into seriously comforting meals.
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10 Reasons Tomorrowland Is Hands Down the Best Area in Disneyland
When you hit up Disneyland, you might as well sprint straight to Tomorrowland. Futuristic details, awesome food, intense rides, and Star Wars attractions make this land the best one the park has to offer - no arguments. Keep reading to see why Tomorrowland is out of this world.
The Weight-Loss Tips Missing From Your Evening Routine
While losing weight isn't something that happens overnight, doing some prep work the night before can make all the difference when you step on the scale. If slimming down and becoming healthier are two goals at the top of your priority list, here are four must dos to make part of your weeknight routine.
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