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.
mercredi 12 octobre 2016
Lego's Yellow Submarine Set Includes 4 Adorable Figures of The Beatles
Leave it to Lego to bring Beatlemania back in this century. The company is releasing a Yellow Submarine Lego set, complete with John, Paul, George, and Ringo minifigures, in November.
The set, which has more than 550 pieces, is a nod to the movie Yellow Submarine, which was inspired by The Beatles' music and even includes a short cameo of the band in the film. It comes with several little details from the movie like John's telescope, Ringo's "half a hole" tile, Jeremy's apple, and more. If you're a collector or serious Beatles fan, it will also come with two different display stands: one for the yellow submarine and another for the minifigures.
Originally, the set wasn't Lego's idea but that of Kevin Szeto, who submitted the concept for it on Lego Ideas, a place where fans can propose new sets. The set made it through Lego's review process in June, and we finally get to see it this year!
See photos of the fun, pint-sized set ahead, and start counting down the days till Nov. 1 to buy it for $60 in either Lego stores or select toy shops.
You Don't Have to Choose Between Coffee and Beer: Starbucks Combines 'Em
You know those situations where you're not sure whether to meet your friends for coffee or beer? Well, Starbucks just solved that conundrum for you with their new Espresso Cloud IPA cocktail. Available on the Starbucks evening menu at a variety of locations nationwide, the inventive new beverage is like an elevated sake bomb, but with espresso instead of sake.
To create the Espresso Cloud IPA, Starbucks coffee innovator Justin Burns-Beach dollops espresso-orange-vanilla foam (made by shaking espresso and other flavorful ingredients with ice) on top of an IPA, then serves a shot of the same espresso alongside the beer. He then suggests pouring the espresso shot into the beer-foam beverage to create a layered cocktail that is equal parts flavorful and beautiful.
The Espresso Cloud IPA joins other alcoholic Starbucks inventions like the Red Wine Fraggino high atop the list of reasons why we approve of the company's foray into the boozy world. Yum!
The First and Last Lines of the Harry Potter Books Will Send You on a Roller Coaster of Emotions
The witches and wizards in the world of Harry Potter came a LONG way over the course of seven novels. If you're a hardcore fan, then it probably felt a bit like it was your own journey as well. Rereading the first line of The Sorcerer's Stone and the last line of The Deathly Hallows back to back will make you feel so many things. It's bittersweet, it's funny, it's nostalgic, and it will definitely make you smile. Or cry. Or both.
We put together the first and last sentences of all the books, and they'll remind you of everything, good and bad, that your favorite characters made it through (or didn't make it through; still not OK about the whole Fred thing, Rowling). Yet still, in the end, all was well.
These Are the 10 Best Places to Take Your Kids Trick-or-Treating This Year
Most parents take a predictable route for trick-or-treating with their kids - a walk around a two- or three-block radius of their home, a possible detour into a neighborhood rumored to have full-size candy bars, and, if applicable, a trip through a special town event designed for kids to get some delicious chocolate loot. But have you ever wondered what your kids' experiences on Halloween are like in comparison to other cities around the country?
To figure out which cities in the US most deliver on Halloween night, SmartAsset conducted a study based on seven key factors, including the density of single-family homes, population percentage of kids under the age of 14, median home value, and average temperature on Oct. 31. Using all of the collected data from 252 of the largest US cities, it compiled a list of the top 10 cities for dressing up to ask strangers for candy.
The Top 10 Places to Trick-or-Treat
- Nampa, ID
- Orem, UT
- Aurora, IL
- Kennewick, WA
- Longmont, CO
- Dearborn, MI
- Elgin, IL
- El Paso, TX
- Kenosha, WI
- Olathe, KS
SmartAsset goes the extra mile on its website to include the next 15 best places - however, the rest of the data from the other 227 cities analyzed is unclear besides noting that cities in Florida are some of the worst places to trick-or-treat (which is not surprising considering the October heat).
Whether your city is on this list or not, may your child's candy bucket be filled with all of your - oops, their - favorites.
UN wants to vaccinate 41 million African kids against polio
Massive immunization campaign in Nigeria and region to contain polio outbreak, UNICEF says
Your Favorite Bloggers' Halloween Costumes Are Their Best #OOTDs
We look to bloggers for a lot of things: vacation outfits, wedding dress ideas, and even a crash course in how to update our Instagram feeds to make them blogger-worthy (life goals, right?). They set the trends and do it bigger, so when it comes to Halloween, it's no surprise their costumes are just as sexy and phenomenal.
Halloween is also the one night where any fashion girl can be extra bold - unicorn onesie? Totally stylish - or skip the fuss completely and simply wear cat ears. Regardless of the choice, style always comes in to play. And like our favorite style influencers who grace our daily screens, we are constantly on the prowl for the next great holiday #OOTD. Read on for some serious costume inspirations because this year, you are going to own it.
UN wants to vaccinate 41 million African kids against polio
Massive immunization campaign in Nigeria and region to contain polio outbreak, UNICEF says
Celiacs Rejoice: These Halloween Candies Are Gluten-Free
Holidays can be a real drag if you have dietary restrictions, and with Halloween being all about the candy, it can be downright scary. But there's good news for those avoiding gluten: although you'll have to steer clear of homemade mummy-shaped cakes and brownies decorated adorably with spiderwebs, most candy bars and hard candies get the green light - just stay away from Twizzlers, because they surprisingly do contain gluten! Now, we're not saying to go crazy with the candies, but when a majority of "fun size" bars are only 100 calories, a little indulging might be necessary.
First things first. Always read the label on your candy before consuming. Unless labeled "gluten-free," candy may contain traces of gluten, be produced in a facility that also processes products with wheat, or be made on equipment that is shared with products that are not gluten-free. Also note that a product labeled as gluten-free in one country may not be gluten-free where you live. For instance, Smarties in the US are g-free, whereas Smarties in Canada are not. Another reason to read the label? Companies are constantly changing the ingredients they put in products, so always double check just to be sure. When in doubt, you can call the 1-800 number located on the packaging to speak with a customer service representative to find out for sure if it's free of gluten.
Here's a list of popular candy that is currently gluten-free:
Chocolate
- Almond Joy
- Baby Ruth
- Bit-O-Honey
- Butterfinger (original flavor only)
- Charleston Chew
- Goobers
- Heath Bar
- Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bar (1.55 oz. only)
- Hershey's Milk Chocolate With Almonds Bar (1.55 oz. only)
- Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate With Almonds Bar
- Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate With Toffee and Almonds Bar
- Hershey's Kisses
- Hershey's Nuggets
- Oh Henry!
- Junior Mints
- Milk Duds
- Mounds Bar
- Payday
- Raisinets
- Reese's Peanut Butter Cup (all except Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Unwrapped Minis and seasonal shaped items)
- Reese's Pieces
- Rolos (all except Rolo Minis)
- Skor Toffee Bar
- Tootsie Roll
- York Peppermint Pattie (all except York Pieces Candy, York Minis, and York Shapes)
Candy
- Charms Blow Pops
- Dots
- Haribo Gold-Bears (not Juicy variety)
- Hot Tamales
- Jelly Belly Jelly Beans
- Laffy Taffy
- Mike and Ike Original Fruits
- Pixy Stix
- Red Hots
- Skittles
- Smarties (in the US)
- Starburst
- Sugar Babies
- Sugar Daddy
- Tootsie Pops
- Wonka Lik-M-Aid Fun Dip
If you're wondering about M&M's, Snickers, Twix, 3 Musketeers, and Milky Way, the company that makes these products, Mars, urges consumers to read the labels directly on the package for allergy information.
- Additional reporting by Heather Dale
Celiacs Rejoice: These Halloween Candies Are Gluten-Free
Holidays can be a real drag if you have dietary restrictions, and with Halloween being all about the candy, it can be downright scary. But there's good news for those avoiding gluten: although you'll have to steer clear of homemade mummy-shaped cakes and brownies decorated adorably with spiderwebs, most candy bars and hard candies get the green light - just stay away from Twizzlers, because they surprisingly do contain gluten! Now, we're not saying to go crazy with the candies, but when a majority of "fun size" bars are only 100 calories, a little indulging might be necessary.
First things first. Always read the label on your candy before consuming. Unless labeled "gluten-free," candy may contain traces of gluten, be produced in a facility that also processes products with wheat, or be made on equipment that is shared with products that are not gluten-free. Also note that a product labeled as gluten-free in one country may not be gluten-free where you live. For instance, Smarties in the US are g-free, whereas Smarties in Canada are not. Another reason to read the label? Companies are constantly changing the ingredients they put in products, so always double check just to be sure. When in doubt, you can call the 1-800 number located on the packaging to speak with a customer service representative to find out for sure if it's free of gluten.
Here's a list of popular candy that is currently gluten-free:
Chocolate
- Almond Joy
- Baby Ruth
- Bit-O-Honey
- Butterfinger (original flavor only)
- Charleston Chew
- Goobers
- Heath Bar
- Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bar (1.55 oz. only)
- Hershey's Milk Chocolate With Almonds Bar (1.55 oz. only)
- Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate With Almonds Bar
- Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate With Toffee and Almonds Bar
- Hershey's Kisses
- Hershey's Nuggets
- Oh Henry!
- Junior Mints
- Milk Duds
- Mounds Bar
- Payday
- Raisinets
- Reese's Peanut Butter Cup (all except Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Unwrapped Minis and seasonal shaped items)
- Reese's Pieces
- Rolos (all except Rolo Minis)
- Skor Toffee Bar
- Tootsie Roll
- York Peppermint Pattie (all except York Pieces Candy, York Minis, and York Shapes)
Candy
- Charms Blow Pops
- Dots
- Haribo Gold-Bears (not Juicy variety)
- Hot Tamales
- Jelly Belly Jelly Beans
- Laffy Taffy
- Mike and Ike Original Fruits
- Pixy Stix
- Red Hots
- Skittles
- Smarties (in the US)
- Starburst
- Sugar Babies
- Sugar Daddy
- Tootsie Pops
- Wonka Lik-M-Aid Fun Dip
If you're wondering about M&M's, Snickers, Twix, 3 Musketeers, and Milky Way, the company that makes these products, Mars, urges consumers to read the labels directly on the package for allergy information.
- Additional reporting by Heather Dale
8 Supermodel Birthday Outfits Hotter Than the Candles on Their Cake
It's your birthday, so getting all dressed up to go out with friends can be daunting. Everyone is going to want to take a picture with you. Everyone is going to be looking at you . . . in that plastic crown. Relax. Supermodels are a fine place to look for outfit inspiration on your special day, with a collection of evening silhouettes, like high-neck jumpsuits and silky slips, that are downright sexy.
But it's not all about showing skin. Hailey Baldwin covered up her mini with a huge denim jacket for her birthday dinner, and Gigi Hadid chose shorts and a tank top to ring in her 21st. Those are two classic combinations we've definitely tried before. Read on for even more inspiration, then shop the essentials before it's time to blow out your next round of candles.
Think You Know the Most Used Spells in Harry Potter? The Answer Might Stupefy You
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Since Hermione Granger taught Ron Weasley how to properly pronounce Wingardium Leviosa in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, the pair and their fellow friends ended up performing many more spells - hundreds more, in fact.
One seriously devoted data analyst fan, Skyler Johnson, was so curious about the use of spells in the franchise that he categorized when and how often each spell is used in a neat chart. Each book is represented by a different color and hovering over a specific dot will allow you to see the context in which the spell is used.
On the left-hand side, you can choose to rank the spells by most occurrences or order of appearance. The most used spells are Accio, Expecto Patronum, and Stupefy. One spell was only said once in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: Waddiwasi. Interestingly, the most spells performed occurred in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, followed by Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
The thorough graph is sure to delight any Potterhead - however, take it from us: looking at the chart for too long can totally kill your productivity.
11 Reasons It Was Sweet to Be a '90s Kid
Sometimes we wish we could go back to a time when Fresh Prince was king, our greatest responsibility was making sure our Tamagotchi was fed, and candy was sweet, sour, and simple. There are near-countless reasons we're proud to be '90s girls, but the sweetest of them all was stashed in the candy aisle. Let's take a trip down memory lane with these iconic treats of our childhood.
12 Ways to Wear Your Favorite LBD This Halloween
When it comes to life's biggest wardrobe dilemmas - a relative's wedding, a job interview, running late after snoozing that alarm one too many times - your trusty LBD is always the best solution. So why should Halloween be any different? If you're not exactly willing to drop a ton of dough on a wear-once kind of costume (or are known to procrastinate until the very last minute), this staple can come in handy in more ways than one - and we've come up with 12.
Scroll through for some chic and spooky ways to style your LBD this year, then shop a new option if your go-to could use an update. Phew, that was easy.
20 Reasons Avocado Toast Is the Sexiest Snack on the Planet
If avocado toast isn't in your weekly routine, this list of recipes will convince you otherwise. Though nothing beats the classic toast (with salt and pepper or a dash of hot sauce), you'll quickly be ready to graduate onto other more complex toasts, including those topped with poached eggs, ahi tuna, and even gorgonzola cheese.
Pick This Up, Not That: Trader Joe's New October Foods
Another month, another cart full of new Trader Joe's products. In addition to Trader Joe's variety of pumpkin spice foods for October, the store has stocked shelves with new coffee, cheese, and a vegan spread that's a little . . . questionable. Keep reading to see everything you should buy - and skip - this month as you browse the aisles of Trader Joe's.
A Better Way to Freeze Bananas For Smoothies, Banana Bread, and More
Don't toss out those overripe bananas! With a couple minutes of prep work, they can be transformed into frozen nuggets of gold, perfect for smoothies. Here's the best way to do it:
- Start with overripe, spotty bananas (they have much more flavor).
- Peel all of the bananas.
- Slice them into 1- to 2-inch chunks. (Smaller pieces are much easier on your blender; even a high-powered blender, like a Vitamix, will have trouble breaking down a whole banana.)
- Arrange them in a single layer on a parchment- (or wax-paper-) lined rimmed sheet pan. Don't just toss the unfrozen chunks into a freezer-safe bag; if you do this, they'll freeze into a brick of banana chunks that'll need to be chipped apart before using.
- Once frozen, transfer to freezer-safe bags. We like to separate them into individual bags that hold just enough banana chunks for a smoothie, so there's no guesswork (or measuring needed) when you're tired and looking to blitz your way to breakfast. For our go-to smoothie recipe, that means 1 1/2 bananas, but many other recipes use less.
Armed with a freezer full of banana bags, you'll always be ready for rich, creamy smoothies, vegan banana "ice cream," banana bread, or oatmeal (heat the chunks in a microwave until thawed before using).
Lea Michele Keeps It Real: "I'd Eat an Entire Block of Wisconsin Cheddar Over Chocolate Cake Any Day"
Lea Michele is floating on air right now. In the November cover feature of Shape, the 30-year-old actress and star of Scream Queens revealed that she's back in love . . . with herself. "I realize how lucky I am," she told Shape. "I have an amazing job, great opportunities, and a fantastic family and group of friends. I genuinely wake up every day with a really big smile on my face because I love my life." From fighting off critics to loving her shape - whatever size it is - check out what else Lea had to say about this magical time in her life.
Lea Michele Keeps It Real: "I'd Eat an Entire Block of Wisconsin Cheddar Over Chocolate Cake Any Day"
Lea Michele is floating on air right now. In the November cover feature of Shape, the 30-year-old actress and star of Scream Queens revealed that she's back in love . . . with herself. "I realize how lucky I am," she told Shape. "I have an amazing job, great opportunities, and a fantastic family and group of friends. I genuinely wake up every day with a really big smile on my face because I love my life." From fighting off critics to loving her shape - whatever size it is - check out what else Lea had to say about this magical time in her life.
27 Breastfeeding Struggles That Prove It's Not Always So Natural
Despite the sense of pride and accomplishment that comes along with breastfeeding your baby, there's a definite struggle that moms endure during this unique journey. From questionable latching to spilled liquid gold and siblings getting jealous, nursing a baby is much harder than many people realize. But when your little one turns your body into a jungle gym, all while still gulping down their meal, or you're in desperate need of a drink yourself but can't get the water bottle open, there are some moments that make you both want to laugh and cry. These are the funny and painful struggles that all breastfeeding mamas can relate to.
Stop What You're Doing and Look At These New Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Emoji
As we continue to wait for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them to arrive in theaters, Twitter just gave us the most adorable gift: emoji inspired by the movie.
The emoji available so far include: Newt Scamander, Queen Goldstein, Jacob Kowalski, Porpentina Goldstein, Niffler, Bowtruckle, Swooping evil, and Thunderbird. Sadly, the emoji only work on Twitter and to see them you need use one of these hashtags: #FBNewt, #FBTina, #FBJacob, #FBQueenie, #FBNiffler, #FBBowtruckle, #FBSwoopingEvil, and #FBThunderbird. Keep an eye out on Twitter as more are expected to come. Look ahead to see the emoji and start using them today!
Facebook's Newest Offering Just Might Make You Want to Clean Out Your Closets
Update:It took only a few hours for people to start selling guns and babies on Facebook Marketplace. The company blamed an error for these posts to appear. For now, Facebook has stopped rolling out Marketplace until it can fix this problem, the company told CNN.
Original story: As if you weren't spending enough time on Facebook, the ubiquitous social-media site, is launching a new offering today that is sure to make it your one-stop-shop for everything. Marketplace, a space to buy and sell items with people within your community, is a Craigslist-like service that will exist on the bottom of the Facebook App. Once users tap the icon (it looks like a storefront) they'll immediately see photos of items for sale in their community.
The service, an extension of the sale function currently available in Facebook Groups, will allow users to filter their results by item type, price, and location. The location function can be adjusted to show sellers in your town or in an entirely different city. Once a user finds a product they'd like to purchase, they can communicate directly with the seller through the Marketplace space on the app.
Given how much time we spend weeding through posts in Facebook Groups now, the addition of Marketplace can only make our time spent there a bit more productive - or expensive, depending on how you look at it!
Watch a video of how the service works below.
25 Brides Who Went Modest on Their Wedding Day - and Completely Took Our Breath Away
When we first spotted Nicky Hilton on her wedding day, our jaws nearly fell to the ground. Gone was the revealing white number she wore mere days before, when she accidentally flashed a crowd at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. And in its place? A long, lacy Valentino gown, which one could perfectly describe as "classic" and, above all, "modest."
All of a sudden, our minds went wild. We knew Nicky wasn't the only bride who could pull off this style, so we did a little Insta digging - and found a trove of #ModestBride inspiration.
Read on to see why you might want to consider ditching those strapless options and covering up for your nuptials. These ladies did - and they all looked stunning.
Nicole Guerriero's Candy Killer Halloween Tutorial Is Somehow Sweet and Scary at Once
This year, Halloween makeup is all about the drip factor. Beauty vloggers on YouTube are creating some seriously realistic special-effects tutorials just in time for Oct. 31. If you're still trying to find the perfect one to re-create, look no further than Nicole Guerriero's masterpiece: "Sugarfiend" The Candy Killer.
Artfully crafted using just a handful of products - namely the Make Up For Ever Flash Color Palette ($99), the BH Cosmetics 120 Color Eye Shadow Palette ($30), and fake blood - Nicole's unique idea redefines scary-sweet thanks to the real candy and sprinkles she adhered to her face using lash glue. Genius! Press play above to watch Nicole improvise your new favorite Halloween look (can you say sprinkle brows?), then get inspired by even more creative ideas.
6 Kids' Movies That Adulthood Has Totally Ruined For Me
Growing up we learn a lot of things, most of which make our lives easier. We learn there are no such things as monsters living under our beds, that bad dreams can't hurt us, and that mixing pop rocks and soda is a terrible idea. But with this newfound and hard-earned knowledge comes an inevitable demystifying of the world. Magic is all slight of hand, there are no pots of gold at the ends of rainbows, and the tooth fairy was really just our parents raiding the sofa for loose change in the middle of the night. We start to see the world differently, and sometimes that means we lose a little something of our childhood, our innocence.
I've noticed this effect particularly in the movies I used to love as a child but have now been ruined by the Pandora's box of experience that comes along with growing up. Here are just six examples of beloved movies adulthood has completely ruined for me.
There's a Whole New Season of Cookie Lyon's Killer Style
We loved Cookie Lyon's over-the-top fashion before we even saw Taraji P. Henson bring her to life on the screen or knew that Empire would quickly become the highest-rated new series on television when it debuted last year. Now heading into its third season, we're following the fashion as avidly as we're following the drama of the Lyon clan, living for Cookie's unstoppable style.
As bold-faced and unapologetic as she is, Cookie's look is fantasy-inducing and fabulous, making Henson one of the best dressed women on television. See the proof and gather some inspiration from what just might be the most stylish show since Gossip Girl.
Gunman in emergency room not reported to nurses' union
The Nova Scotia Nurses Union president was reeling Tuesday when she learned from the news that an armed man had walked into the emergency room at Soldiers Memorial Hospital one week ago, putting staff and patients at risk.
Scared Pup Rescued From Storm Drain and Reunited With Family
A couple weeks ago, a curious pup named Edgar wandered away from his home and family only to be missing for a week. In that time, the Ohio town where he lived went through numerous storms, which unfortunately Edgar is afraid of. Edgar's owner, Sean Ryan, told Today that he often lets the dog and his other rescue dog, Oscar, out to run around, knowing that they always come back. "They are good boys, but they love to sneak out," he told Today. "They'll get loose and come home on their own within a night or two."
This time, however, seven days went by and Edgar didn't return. Fortunately, luck was on Edgar's side, and Ryan found him whimpering in a storm drain. The fire department was called and Edgar was freed, suffering minor injuries. He was soon returned home to Oscar and showered with love and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches! Scroll through the Imgur gallery above to see Edgar's whole story in photos.
Grunge Goddesses Will Want to Wear the Bat-Wing Cat Eye All Fall Long
A precise cat eye is a stunning way to make a dramatic statement with your eye makeup. But there are so many variations on the classic wing, it's worth switching up your everyday style. Now that it's Autumn, we'd like to offer the edgy bat-wing cat eye for your consideration.
Last year, Kat Von D flaunted the look on Instagram (and generously shared an easy-to-follow tutorial). But she's not the only woman to post her graphic masterpiece on Instagram. Ahead, we've rounded up an assortment of 12 different bat-wing cat eyes - from hyperrealistic to supersubtle - for you to replicate. It's an excellent eye option for Halloween, but as grunge-beauty-lovers, we'll likely end up wearing this all through Fall.
Gunman in emergency room not reported to nurses' union
The Nova Scotia Nurses Union president was reeling Tuesday when she learned from the news that an armed man had walked into the emergency room at Soldiers Memorial Hospital one week ago, putting staff and patients at risk.
27 Gigigrams That Prove She's the Queen of Casual Style
Gigi Hadid has no problem dressing up on set or for a fancy Fashion Week party, but when she's on break, she dresses the part. Gigi's greatest selfies show off her true athleisure style, in which sneakers and leggings reign supreme. Of course, the supermodel finds the coolest ways to look cozy, whether it's in her Calvin undies, Rihanna's Fenty x Puma gear, or, say, a graphic shirt designed by Cara Delevingne for DKNY. Read on to see some of our favorite Gigi outfits to date, all of them consisting of the coziest pieces in her wardrobe.
5 Google Announcements You Need to Know About
A new phone, smart home assistant, and virtual-reality headset: these are just three of the products Google announced at an event in San Francisco on Oct. 4. Each of the products are all Google's next steps into creating more hardware items, rather than just focusing on software as a company. Get a full recap of everything you might've missed ahead.
29 Photos That Prove Kids Dressed Up For Halloween Are the Absolute Best
Halloween is a unique holiday in that people of all ages get excited to dress up as someone they're not for a night. However, as great as some adult costumes turn out, there's no arguing that a pint-sized human dressed up isn't better in every way. Whether it's that they look freakin' adorable in their kiddo getup or that you've chosen to dress them in an outfit based on adult interests - think trending topics like pumpkin spice lattes or Stranger Things - kids dressed up is always a hit.
Scroll through for 29 photos that prove kids' costumes are funnier, cuter, and better 10 times out of 10.
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23 Incredible Costumes From the First Star Wars Day on a Disney Cruise
Cosplay has no limits - not even geography or water can stop any fan from dressing up as their favorite character. This was definitely the case at the first Star Wars Day at Sea aboard a Disney cruise ship.
Sure, you might think that lugging around all the materials required for an epic cosplay might deter cruise ship guests from doing it. But you're wrong. Guests on the Disney Fantasy ship brought makeup, lightsabers, Jedi robes, and everything imaginable to complete their dressing-up dreams at sea. Regular characters like Luke Skywalker made an appearance, but new ones from Star Wars: The Force Awakens also graced the ship - including so many Reys!
Check out some of our favorite cosplays to plan your Halloween costume this year and don't forget to see just what you can expect from a Star Wars Day at Sea.
Dr. Harvey Karp Reveals the "6th S" and Why Your Baby Will Never Actually Sleep Through the Night
The only thing more precious than a newborn is the slight amount of sleep that parents get in between feedings, diaper changes, and fussy tears. Dr. Harvey Karp, author of the popular series of parenting guides, The Happiest Baby, is more than knowledgeable on the topic and has become a hero to many moms and dads trying to figure out how to get their little ones to sleep.
In his beloved book, The Happiest Baby on the Block ($15), Karp gives exhausted parents specific techniques, which he refers to as the "5 S's," to help sooth their fussy babies into a peaceful rest. Although many parents have memorized the swaddle, side or stomach position, sush, swing and suck, there's actually another "S" that many don't think about but Karp still recommends.
"The '5 Ss' are just five easy-to-remember ways to imitate the womb, but there are other Ss that are very calming to babies too," Karp explained to POPSUGAR when he stopped by for a live Facebook chat. "One that I love a lot is skin-to-skin contact. Holding your baby skin-to-skin is the most beautiful thing and not just for your baby but for yourself."
Although this technique is popular - and also recommended right after birth - Karp explains that it isn't just for moms to partake in immediately after their baby is born. According to Karp, both moms and dads should consider soothing their babies with this intimate contact to help lull them into a sound sleep. "It really is something you will remember for the rest of your life," Karp said.
However, it's just as important for people to understand how a baby sleeps before setting themselves up with the false expectations that eventually it's possible to get their baby to snooze without interruption throughout the entire night. "When people say sleeping through the night, they think it's a baby going at least six hours nonstop," Karp said. "It turns out that babies never sleep through the night and it turns out that adults never sleep through the night either."
According to Karp, we all wake up in little bits every few hours but we don't remember it unless something distracting is going on. For kids, white noise and gentle rocking helps keep distractions at bay.
"So it turns out that babies wake up too all throughout the night but if the room is totally quiet, totally still, and they are just lying there, then it's boring and they are going to wake up all of the way and they want you to come in and help them," Karp said. "But if they have sound and they are snugly wrapped up or even if they have motion, that will help keep the baby asleep better."
Instead of focusing on the concept of sleeping through the night, parents should prioritize understanding what sleep cues work best for their baby so when he or she does wake up, they very quickly go back to sleep.
16 Churro Recipes Guaranteed to Make Your Mouth Water
Calling all churro-lovers! We get it: that indulgent cinnamon sugar flavor is undeniably delicious - especially when you bite into one that's warm and freshly made. And don't even get us started on the dulce de leche dipping sauce. Are you drooling yet?
Because we understand your love for such a light and simple dessert, we've rounded up a bunch of takes on the classic you can easily whip up at home. From heart shaped to peanut dusted and even beer infused, these are some of the best churro recipes the Internet (and its crazy-good food bloggers) has to offer.
How to Tell If You Have a "Just a Cold" or the Dreaded Flu
It's that time of year where we wash our hands like crazy to prevent getting a cold or the flu, but sometimes, the inevitable happens. Here's what you need to know to determine which illness you have, so you can treat it the right way, and start feeling better.
Note that not everyone will experience these symptoms:
| Cold | Flu (Influenza) | |
|---|---|---|
| Fever | Low-grade or no fever | 100.4 degrees or higher |
| Chills | Uncommon | Common |
| Aches and Pains | Mild | Usual and often severe |
| Headache | Mild | Common |
| Nasal Congestion | Common | Common |
| Sore throat | Common | Common |
| Fatigue | Mild | Common |
| Cough | Common | Common, dry, persistent |
| Complications | Ear infections, Sinus infections, Asthma flare-ups | Ear infections, Asthma flare-ups, Pneumonia, Bronchitis, Heart problems |
| Illness Duration | Symptoms come on gradually and last 7 to 10 days | Symptoms come on suddenly and last 1 to 2 weeks |
| Treatment | Rest, drink fluids, avoid contact with others. Over-the-counter medications can alleviate symptoms but won't cure your cold. | Rest, drink fluids, avoid contact with others. Taking antiviral drugs within 48 after first symptoms can reduce the duration of the illness. |
Basically flu symptoms are more severe than cold symptoms. They come on suddenly and leave you feeling much worse and unable to do anything but sleep. Colds are much more common than the flu, and getting a flu shot can cut down your chances even more.
Whether you have a cold or the flu, if symptoms last longer than the expected duration, or you're at risk for complications, make an appointment with your doctor.
How to Tell If You Have a "Just a Cold" or the Dreaded Flu
It's that time of year where we wash our hands like crazy to prevent getting a cold or the flu, but sometimes, the inevitable happens. Here's what you need to know to determine which illness you have, so you can treat it the right way, and start feeling better.
Note that not everyone will experience these symptoms:
| Cold | Flu (Influenza) | |
|---|---|---|
| Fever | Low-grade or no fever | 100.4 degrees or higher |
| Chills | Uncommon | Common |
| Aches and Pains | Mild | Usual and often severe |
| Headache | Mild | Common |
| Nasal Congestion | Common | Common |
| Sore throat | Common | Common |
| Fatigue | Mild | Common |
| Cough | Common | Common, dry, persistent |
| Complications | Ear infections, Sinus infections, Asthma flare-ups | Ear infections, Asthma flare-ups, Pneumonia, Bronchitis, Heart problems |
| Illness Duration | Symptoms come on gradually and last 7 to 10 days | Symptoms come on suddenly and last 1 to 2 weeks |
| Treatment | Rest, drink fluids, avoid contact with others. Over-the-counter medications can alleviate symptoms but won't cure your cold. | Rest, drink fluids, avoid contact with others. Taking antiviral drugs within 48 after first symptoms can reduce the duration of the illness. |
Basically flu symptoms are more severe than cold symptoms. They come on suddenly and leave you feeling much worse and unable to do anything but sleep. Colds are much more common than the flu, and getting a flu shot can cut down your chances even more.
Whether you have a cold or the flu, if symptoms last longer than the expected duration, or you're at risk for complications, make an appointment with your doctor.
How to Avoid the Cloning Scam That's Popping Up on Facebook
Scams on the internet are nothing new, but they do become more sophisticated every now and then. One rising scam on Facebook uses your profile photo and identity to steal money from your friends and family.
The scam works like this: Someone steals your profile picture, name, and anything else on your profile that describes who you are. They use that information to create an entirely new profile and send friend requests to anyone who was previously your friend. Once your friends accept, the scammer will then chat them up on Messenger and ask for money. An example of what it can look like (but not always) is below.
Of course, you can take several steps to stop this from happening. First, you can review your privacy settings on Facebook using the website's "privacy checkup" feature. You can also start to think more carefully about what you post on Facebook (and social media) to prevent any of this from happening.
The lesson here: always be careful of what you post and who you agree to send money to on the internet.
Zika 'syndrome': Health problems mount as babies turn 1
A year after a spike in the number of newborns with the defect known as microcephaly, doctors and researchers in Brazil have seen many of the babies develop swallowing difficulties, epileptic seizures and vision and hearing problems.
Zika 'syndrome': Health problems mount as babies turn 1
A year after a spike in the number of newborns with the defect known as microcephaly, doctors and researchers in Brazil have seen many of the babies develop swallowing difficulties, epileptic seizures and vision and hearing problems.
The Ancient Practice That Can Ease Your Dog's Nerves
After spending decades researching music and frequencies in order to learn how they affect people, Wholetones creator Michael Tyrrell came to a surprising conclusion: music also has a huge impact on our pets. It can ease separation anxiety, alleviate nervous behavior, and lessen incessant barking, according to Tyrrell. But there's a winning formula for the music in order for it to really work for us and our pets, and the secret lies in the frequency.
"Animals are super sensitive to those frequencies and can pick them up even at a low volume."
In researching music, Tyrrell knew right off the bat that classical music, like that from Mozart, Bach, and Beethoven, had a particularly soothing affect on animals. But in creating music that incorporated similar frequencies, he was able to come up with a whole new concept of music that is like elevated elevator music. Seriously, the music sounds like something you'd hear in an elevator, but it won't bore you; rather, it settles you. The Wholetones collection of music relies on different frequencies to evoke different positive feelings and ease any negativity.
"Three-hundred-ninety-six seems to work like a charm for every dog so far that their owners have played that during stressful holidays," Tyrrell said when I asked him to describe his creation process.
But what even is a frequency? All music is created using a frequency, and 1 hertz means there is one sound wave cycle per second. Tyrrell's perfect music for easing anxious dogs is composed in 396 Hz, or 396 sound wave cycles per second. These things won't mean much to the average person - you just know you like how the music sounds. But what you may not know is that you're feeling the frequency whether you're aware of it or not. This is why Wholetones can be especially beneficial for dogs, because they feel frequencies slightly different from how humans do. It's like how humans can't hear dog whistles. It's because the sound is happening at a frequency that humans can't hear but dogs can.
With all that in mind, I wondered if my very old dog, Winnie, who is nearly deaf, would be able to feel the frequency of Wholetones. Tyrrell insisted that she would.
"Animals are super sensitive to those frequencies and can pick them up even at a low volume," he said. And when I told him that Winnie is an incessant barker, he suggested putting the music on for her to see if she could feel the soothing frequencies. We're still in the testing process, but I can definitely tell that she responds to it, even though she probably can't actually hear it.
Next time your pet is in a stressful situation - namely holidays like Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas -- consider putting on Wholetones to see if the soothing frequencies calm him down. Tyrrell has samples of his work on YouTube or you can purchase the collection from his website. One interesting thing to note is that there are several Wholetones clips on YouTube, some of which are in larger playlists of "soothing" music. I put one of those playlists on at my desk one day and felt really productive with my work. This could have been my imagination, yes, but whatever the case, I felt good. However, as soon as the playlist turned to another "soothing" song that wasn't Wholetones, I could immediately tell that something was off - the musicality. That's what I consider to be the best part about the Wholetones music . . . the fact that it is actually music and not just sounds strung together because the frequencies are right. This is music you'll actually feel good about listening to - and so will your pet.
You Need to See This Disturbingly Accurate DIY Puppy Monkey Baby Costume
Still thinking about your fond memories of the Super Bowl? Maybe you remember celebrating the Denver Broncos win or watching the dancing dad Vine over and over again. Those were the fun memories that will make you laugh, while other ones - like Mountain Dew's weird commercial featuring a puppy monkey baby - will forever haunt you.
If you thought those nightmares were over, they are only just beginning thanks to this DIY costume from HalloweenCostumes.com.
The blog post breaks down what materials you need to exactly re-create this iconic look. To be completely honest, the person behind this 100 percent nailed the look. We won't be surprised if we see this costume a lot by the time Halloween rolls around, but we're also crossing our fingers that people don't follow suit. Look at the photos ahead if you're so inclined to make your own DIY puppy monkey baby costume.
30+ Nickelodeon Costume Ideas That You'll Love More Than Orange Soda
Any '90s kid will tell you just how much they miss some of the amazing shows we grew up with like The Amanda Show, All That, and more. So of course, no holiday is better to relive that nostalgia than Halloween. If you need any inspiration on how to dress like certain characters from your favorite Nickelodeon shows, look ahead to see how some people did it.
50 Times 17-Year-Old CoverGirl Star James Charles Had Better Makeup Than You
In 2016, men wearing makeup (and sharing their fierce looks on Instagram) is nothing new. There are YouTube celebrities, such as Patrick Starr and Makeup Manny, leading the pack. But one 17-year-old vlogger just cracked the CoverGirl ceiling when he was crowned the first ever male ambassador of the brand. He will be starring in campaigns alongside Katy Perry, and it's a pretty badass credit for his resume. If you recall, James is the teen whose yearbook photo went viral, and even Zendaya tweeted it.
Once James got on our radar, we couldn't look away. And we mean that literally. The guy has got serious face-painting skills, be it a sexy, rainbow smoky eye, exposed freckles on matte skin, a kooky Halloween costume, or brows so bold they rival Lily Collins. So join us as we go down a rabbit hole, admiring James's most mesmerizing makeup looks. Here, we rounded up 50 of our favorites that he shared with his 428k Instagram followers. #casual
The Model-Off-Duty Look Just Has 1 Requirement - and It's Easily Achievable
Every woman has an easy outfit formula she swears by, whether that means suiting up or wearing casual jeans and a t-shirt. For models, it's a good ol' all-black outfit. You know the look: black top, black bottoms, black shoes, and black accessories to match. This is the simplest and most stylish trick to getting ready fast while still looking your best. And there are countless ways to wear all black without repeating a look.
If you need some inspiration on how to rock the color from head to toe, read on to see how models like Gigi Hadid and Gisele Bündchen do it. Then, start shopping the pieces to build out your monochromatic wardrobe.
These 3 Simple Moves Are Going to Give You the Booty of Your Dreams
When we got the chance to sit down with beach babe trainers Karena and Katrina from Tone It Up, we had one question we had to ask before everything else: how do we build a strong butt like theirs? It's no secret that these perpetually bikini-clad women are strong and toned, and we've definitely noticed the results of their seat work (see above).
Their answer was so quick, they didn't even have to think about it. Their three go-to moves? The deadlift, side step with booty bands, and bridge. These women know a booty workout like the back of their hands, so without further ado, here are the Tone It Up booty-building essential moves, from Karena Dawn and Katrina Scott.
We Wish We Still Got Love Letters Like This One Sent From a Fifth Grader
My niece is in 5th grade and got her first love note. This 5th grader has more game than I'll ever have. from funny
One fifth grader's love letter is currently charming the internet and anyone who reads it. Someone shared the sweet note on Reddit after it had been given to their niece, also in fifth grade. They shared the note with the caption, "This 5th grader has more game than I'll ever have."
In the letter, which currently has over a thousand comments on Reddit, the fifth grader professes their love in the best way they know how - with video game references. The letter says, "My heart felt like broken glass until I saw you, and then, I felt like I had every Pokémon ever." Adding, "I love how you play Zelda even when people think it's weird."
Though the references might scream tween, the letter's intentions surpass age. If we're being honest, we'd love to receive a letter this heartfelt.
These 3 Simple Moves Are Going to Give You the Booty of Your Dreams
When we got the chance to sit down with beach babe trainers Karena and Katrina from Tone It Up, we had one question we had to ask before everything else: how do we build a strong butt like theirs? It's no secret that these perpetually bikini-clad women are strong and toned, and we've definitely noticed the results of their seat work (see above).
Their answer was so quick, they didn't even have to think about it. Their three go-to moves? The deadlift, side step with booty bands, and bridge. These women know a booty workout like the back of their hands, so without further ado, here are the Tone It Up booty-building essential moves, from Karena Dawn and Katrina Scott.
39 Creative Buffy Costumes For Diehard Fans
For true fans, the love of all things Buffy the Vampire Slayer continues on and on. The show may have ended more than 13 years ago (!), but Buffy is still our feminist hero to this day, Willow is still our ultimate favorite best friend, and - depending on who you ship - Spike and Angel are still at the top of our literal "to-do" lists. So this year, celebrate your love of BtVS with a Halloween costume that references the timeless show.
If You're Tired of Apple Censoring Your Curses, Try This Hack
Nothing is worse than your iPhone autocorrecting your curse words to something plain, clean, and stripped from emotion. At this point, everyone is pretty familiar with the iPhone autocorrecting f*cking to ducking, but finally, one man has figured out how to stop that once for and all.
Steven Thrasher, a writer and columnist at The Guardian, tweeted out the simple tip to end these autocorrects. It's easy: add whatever curse words you use to your contacts and you'll never see an autocorrect again. You can see Thrasher's tweet below, which has 424 retweets and 518 likes.
Best life hack ever: add "fuck fucker" & "fucked fucking" to your iPhone contacts & never mess with correcting "duck" "ducked" etc again http://pic.twitter.com/YhZAp6vDKf
- Steven Thrasher (@thrasherxy) October 7, 2016
We tried this tip ourselves and it definitely works. So go on and do it yourself and use all the curse words you've ever wanted. Of course, if you don't want curse words in your contacts, you can always go to Settings >General > Keyboard > Text Replacement and set up shortcuts for the curse words you want to use.
7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Having a Third Baby
If you already have two children and are thinking about whether or not you want to have a third, it's a lucky problem to have. But it's still a topic that requires a fair amount of discussion between you and your partner. If you're thinking about whether or not you want to go back to bottles and spit-up, there are a few things to consider before getting busy trying for lucky number three.
Read through for seven things you should ask yourself before deciding to try getting pregnant again.
44 Stylish DIY Costumes That Are Just Too Easy
Come Oct. 30, you don't want to be stuck still figuring out exactly what to wear for Halloween. Armed with your own wardrobe full of great pieces and a few inspiring ideas, whipping up a stylish costume is about to be totally painless (no, this isn't a trick).
Whether you're into a fashion-forward costume or a one-and-done look is more your style, these 44 easy DIYs will help you win your annual costume contest - no competition.
How to Look Like a Zombie Without Ever Putting on a Costume
No makeup, costume change, or full moon is necessary to transform yourself into a terrifying werewolf or a stomach-churning zombie. Thanks to a little tech magic, you can incite fear in your friends with chilling photo effects that look a little too real, and then take their photos to zomb-ify them, too! Have a blast this Halloween with these six creepy photo apps for iOS, Android, and the web.
iOS Apps
- Zombify (free) - Enter this photo booth as human, exit as zombie. Play with different effects like adding a weapon or different photo effects and even make the image animated.
- Monster Booth HD ($1) - Turn photos into vintage horror film-style, sepia-toned images of zombies, werewolves, vampires, hunchbacks, aquatic beasts, or Frankensteins. The terrifying creatures are set against different eerie, mythical backgrounds, as frightening as the monsters themselves.
Android Apps
- Zombify (free) - Take a photo or add one from your camera roll - then zombify! Send your gruesome portrait to friends and family, or share it on Facebook, Instagram, and other apps.
- Monster Booth Lite (free) - Let the app's auto setting monsterfy photos or do it manually with photo distortion tools that scrunch, blow up, or warp parts of your face, rendering a headshot unrecognizable.
Websites
- Make Me Zombie (free) - From the makers of MakeMeBabies and In20Years comes the latest in photo manipulation web technology: Make Me Zombie! Upload a photo and the site turns it into a green grotesque, bloody monster that you can then cheerfully share with friends.
- PhotoFunia: Zombie (free) - If you don't want to deal with picking and choosing effects, this website will do it for you. Just upload a photo and you're set to look like a zombie, complete with a head bandage.
10 Things I've Learned After 10 Years of Marriage
This post was originally posted on Yanira Garza and written by Yanira Garza, who is a part of POPSUGAR Select Latina.
Today is my 10-year wedding anniversary. Damn. Time flew. It seems like only yesterday, I literally was watching him walk down the hallway, hoping he didn't catch me looking. He still asks if I see him as a piece of meat. (Yes. Yes, I do.)
We made it. Some said we wouldn't (haters), but we did. Not unscathed, but we did, because we wanted to. We have both grown so much in ten years, and while we are still not experts in marriage, we figured out a few things that helped us hang on this far. Here are ten things I've learned over the years.
1. Flirt
My husband, though he doesn't admit it, is flirtatious in nature. Not necessarily a sexual type of flirtation, but he does give off a very charming vibe. People tend to gravitate towards him, and I find it very attractive that people are attracted, even if it is just to his persona - I don't need him to get a big ol' head. At the same time, he's very aware of how flirtatious he can be when he tries, and luckily, still tries with me. When in a room full of 10s, make your spouse feel like an 11 from way across the room, and you're doing it right.
2. Fight Fairly
I would love to say we fought because we were passionate, but the truth is, sometimes we fought because we were jerks. We know exactly how to push each others buttons, so if it is ever pushed, it is simply because the person doing the pushing is being a jerk. Having disagreements is natural, but being respectful helps resolve them faster. Don't be a jerk to your spouse.
3. Making Up Is Important
My husband wouldn't apologize. Ever. Even when he was wrong, especially when he was wrong. Apologies were reserved simply to apologize for my misinterpretation. Enter: eye roll. But eventually, he learned to swallow his pride at times, because the words were important to me. I learned to realize that his actions after were more important. It took me 10 years to realize that, while he doesn't like to say he is sorry, he always shows me when he is. Honestly, that matters more.
4. Make Time
We have three kids, so date nights have turned into "date evenings," where we literally just watch Netflix on the couch with snacks. But we make it a point most nights to be together, even if that means all hands on deck to pick up toys, clean the kitchen, and put our spawns to bed. We give up stereotypical gender roles to make that time.
5. Talk Sh*t
We bicker.
"You make me sick, Eddie."
"Morning sickness, Yany. Quit your nagging woman." My husband calls me Yany. You can still call me Yanira though.
Let's just say it's another way we flirt. We act like 12 year olds with each other. Have fun with your partner.
6. Balance, But Challenge
I am a helpless romantic - a huge daydreamer, a risk-taker. My husband is grounded and well-informed but sticks to his comfort zones. When I float off the ground, he holds my ankles, and in exchange, I keep him on his toes.
7. Learn to Be Still
Sometimes your spouse needs to vent, cry, or fall apart. It is not your job to fix it but to be still and allow them to be vulnerable, without judgment, criticism, or unsolicited advice. Even if you do not understand why they are falling apart, just be still.
8. Walk in Their Shoes
My husband and I see things differently. It doesn't make our perspectives any less valid, just different. Agree to disagree and move on. Except, of course, in moments when your spouse is hurt. Even if you cannot understand why they're upset, it is not your job to tell them how they should feel. If they feel wronged, find a way to make it right instead of arguing.
9. Vent Wisely
Don't go running your mouth venting about your spouse to just about anybody. There are people cheering on your failures and blocking your success. It is OK to get advice from your girlfriends if you really need it, but just make sure they are truly friends. Those issues should be addressed to your spouse.
10. You Don't Have to Be in Love
Say what?! Yep. I said it. I love my husband, but I'm not always in love. Life happens, but you have to put in that work. It can be a wink from across a crowded room, a phone call in the middle of the day to share a hilarious story, a stolen kiss on a subway platform in Paris (yes, I'm that hopeless, and it has happened), and just like that you are in love again. It's easy when to fall in love when the other person makes it easy for you to fall in love. It's the same reason I try to look and be my best. I want him to fall in love too.
The best love stories aren't the ones with a happily ever after. They are the ones that continue, page after page, with stories of imperfect beings tangled up in messes that never end. Happy 10. Holy sh*t, we made it, babe.
19 Gluten-Free Breakfast Ideas That Will Get Your Kiddos Smiling
Whether your little one has a gluten allergy or your family tries to avoid wheat, there are still a variety of hearty, kid-friendly options to start their days off right. From gluten-free cinnamon rolls to healthy breakfast nachos, when you try one of these recipes, your little ones won't feel like they are missing anything. Plus, with so many make-ahead recipes to consider, you might be able to save some much-needed time during your busy morning routine!
Your Ultimate Field Guide to Chinese Dim Sum
It's impossible to ignore what is arguably the best hot breakfast of all: the tradition of Chinese dim sum. Dim sum (which technically translates to "point of the heart") can be a disorienting ritual: unrecognizable food being wheeled around in carts, waiters who only speak Cantonese, and an endless number of dumplings and buns.
We're here to save you from the confusion of the process, as we present to you our ultimate field guide on the subject. We promise, you'll never be scared to order dim sum again!
- Additional reporting by Sara Yoo
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