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 31 octobre 2016
Hate Your Skin Tags? Here's What You Can Do About It
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There are a few beauty woes that are just unavoidable, no matter how sincere your efforts are to bypass them. Rain will ruin your hair at least once. You'll smudge your lipstick. And, at some point, your epidermis will sprout a skin tag. We consulted Manhattan dermatologist Dr. Neal Schultz, host of DermTV.com and creator of BeautyRx by Dr. Schultz. He gave us the scoop on what these bothersome bumps are, what causes them, and (if you must!) how to get rid of them yourself.
When dealing with a complexion issue, it's important to know what you're up against. First, make sure what you're looking at is actually a skin tag. Unlike moles, which are usually pink to brown in color and feature symmetrical borders, skin tags are more oddly shaped and tend to match your complexion's shade.
"They grow out from your body, but vertically," Dr. Schultz stated. The benign tumors are comprised of epidermis and a little bit of dermis — the two upper layers of skin. "Their height is usually much greater than their width. Sometimes they have a very narrow stalk so they are virtually hanging off by a thread," he explained.
When I asked Dr. Schultz what causes these pesky spots, he told me that this remains unknown. "To a certain extent, they are hereditary and tend to occur in certain characteristic places, where skin folds on skin," he said. Skin tags frequently crop up under the arms and where the legs meet the body. "They seem to occur more often in people that are overweight," the doctor added.
However, if your skin tags are darker than your complexion, you may be dealing with dermatosis papulosa nigra, or DPN, a raised skin lesion that is commonly seen on complexions of those of Hispanic, Asian, or African descent. Dr. Schultz said that these tend to occur around eyes and on the cheekbones. "They look similar [to skin tags] but are not the same." These benign tumors come from keratinocytes, the cells that are responsible for producing skin pigment.
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Benjamin Stone
If you were concerned that these skin conditions were a sign of cancer or another ailment, relax. Neither DPN nor skin tags are an indication of any health risks. "They're not dangerous," declared Dr. Schultz. "Just annoying and inconvenient."
Despite being innocuous, you might find your skin tags to be unsightly. If that's the case, a dermatologist can remove them fairly easily. Dr. Schultz prefers to use the tip of a very fine pair of scissors to snip a skin tag off at the base. Other options include using an electric needle to cauterize the skin or freezing off the tumor, which he particularly doesn't recommend.
"Freezing is so imprecise that it tends to affect the skin around the skin tag," he explained. And it's this imprecision that disturbs him when patients try to remove these bumps themselves.
"While it doesn't take eight years of medical education to remove a skin tag, there are certain basic principles that have to be observed," Dr. Schultz cautioned, citing using sterile tools and completely disinfecting your skin as essential.
While we don't recommend taking off your own skin tags, if you feel that you must, Dr. Schultz declared that the most sensible method is to use a tight piece of string. We advise consulting with your doctor beforehand, then proceeding with caution!
Use a sterile piece of gauze and isopropyl alcohol to thoroughly cleanse the area and a length of thread. After looping the string around the very base of the skin tag, double knot it so it is very tight, cutting off the blood supply to the skin tag. Finish your DIY dermatological procedure by trimming the ends of the threads with a disinfected pair of scissors, so the string doesn't catch on anything.
Patience is key! Once you've tied the string, do not touch the skin tag except to dab it with a bit of alcohol. After a few days to a week, the tiny tumor should fall off on its own. When this happens, be sure to nourish the small wound with a bit of antibacterial ointment, keeping it covered with a bandage until the area has healed — that way you won't leave a scar.
The doctor is particularly against most of the over-the-counter medications available for removing skin tags. When people apply these caustic formulas at home, many get more of the product on the surrounding area than the actual tumor itself, which can lead to blistering and scarring.
A skin tag is harmless and practically invisible to others, so if you don't think you can remove it safely, don't risk it. In the end, you could make a blemish more noticeable (and painful!) than that tiny little bump.
dimanche 30 octobre 2016
Make These 3 Changes, Burn More Calories
Exercise is essential when it comes to dropping pounds. So if you're eager to lose the weight, then here are three everyday changes that will help increase your calorie burn.
Hello Sunshine
Moving workouts to early mornings may mean cursing your alarm clock, but here's the big payoff: morning exercisers burn more calories. And now that the sun rises earlier, it'll be easier to pull yourself out of bed than it was in the Winter. Research shows that people who exercise in the a.m. work harder and for longer periods of time, which may be because they're more alert and energetic and they don't feel as rushed as afternoon or evening exercisers. Getting into a morning routine will also help you stick with it, which will help even more with your weight-loss journey.
Get Speedy
When it comes to cardio, running will help you lose more weight than walking since it burns more calories, but if you increase your speed just a little, then you'll burn even more. And don't stick to a consistent pace the entire workout. Adding sprinting intervals is an effective way to increase your calorie burn and has also been proven to reduce belly fat. Also be sure to swing those arms as you move, and you'll burn 15 percent more calories.
Strength Train in the Ladies' Room
Muscle burns more calories than fat does, so the more muscle mass you have, the better it is for weight loss. Don't just hit the weight room at the gym. Include strength-training moves throughout your day, such as push-ups on the bathroom counter and this two-minute butt and thigh workout while brushing your teeth. You can also work your body by carrying a basket instead of pushing a cart, using the stairs whenever possible, and sitting on an exercise ball instead of a chair.
Make These 3 Changes, Burn More Calories
Exercise is essential when it comes to dropping pounds. So if you're eager to lose the weight, then here are three everyday changes that will help increase your calorie burn.
Hello Sunshine
Moving workouts to early mornings may mean cursing your alarm clock, but here's the big payoff: morning exercisers burn more calories. And now that the sun rises earlier, it'll be easier to pull yourself out of bed than it was in the Winter. Research shows that people who exercise in the a.m. work harder and for longer periods of time, which may be because they're more alert and energetic and they don't feel as rushed as afternoon or evening exercisers. Getting into a morning routine will also help you stick with it, which will help even more with your weight-loss journey.
Get Speedy
When it comes to cardio, running will help you lose more weight than walking since it burns more calories, but if you increase your speed just a little, then you'll burn even more. And don't stick to a consistent pace the entire workout. Adding sprinting intervals is an effective way to increase your calorie burn and has also been proven to reduce belly fat. Also be sure to swing those arms as you move, and you'll burn 15 percent more calories.
Strength Train in the Ladies' Room
Muscle burns more calories than fat does, so the more muscle mass you have, the better it is for weight loss. Don't just hit the weight room at the gym. Include strength-training moves throughout your day, such as push-ups on the bathroom counter and this two-minute butt and thigh workout while brushing your teeth. You can also work your body by carrying a basket instead of pushing a cart, using the stairs whenever possible, and sitting on an exercise ball instead of a chair.
Why So Serious? Transform Yourself Into a Batman Villain This Halloween
Everyone knows that Batman has the darkest, most sinister villains - that's what makes them a great choice for Halloween. The comic book characters are so beloved (and at times twisted) that they've been reimagined over and over throughout the years. Whether you're more of a classic red-and-white Harley Quinn or you prefer the Suicide Squad version, these awesome women will provide you with tons of Halloween beauty inspiration.
Check out these amazing villainous makeup looks and get ready to be the baddest of the bad this Halloween.
5 Reasons You Should Absolutely Download iOS 10.1 Right Now
POPSUGAR Photography / Kathryna Hancock, Product Credit: Max Mara Sweater and Skirt
If you're the owner of an iPhone 7 Plus, consider yourself blessed with iOS 10.1. Apple's new iOS 10.1 update includes plenty of bug improvements and fixes, as well as bringing the long-awaited Portrait Mode feature to the iPhone 7 Plus.
Portrait Mode is a feature only available on the iPhone 7 Plus, thanks to the phone's two camera lenses: a wide angle and telephoto lens. With Portrait Mode, you can take a photo with a "depth-of-field effect" that will blur out the background while keeping faces and objects clear in the forefront. You can see the difference of a photo without Portrait Mode and one with it below.
Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Ann-Marie Alcántara
Additionally, iOS 10.1 includes a handful of new improvements like:
- Replay iMessage effects
- Compare different costs of transit in Maps
- See iMessage effects with the Reduce Motion setting on
- Bluetooth connectivity issues are now resolved
- Numerous bug fixes in Safari, Mail, Weather, and iCloud
You can download the update via WiFi - but don't forget to back up your phone first.
These Ravenclaw-Inspired Treasures Are Almost as Good as Wit Beyond Measure
As the Sorting Hat once said: "In wise old Ravenclaw, if you've a ready mind, where those of wit and learning will always find their kind." Well, those of wit and learning will also find their perfect kind of holiday gift on this list of present ideas, all of which are perfectly suited for members of the logic-driven Hogwarts house.
From house-crest gear to challenging puzzles that will delight any Ravenclaw, this collection of gifts is a perfect balance between Hogwarts-inspired goods and nonthemed products tailored to Ravenclaw tastes. Buy them for yourself or for a loved one who identifies with Ravenclaw house . . . these treasures are almost as good as wit beyond measure.
25 Pretty Stocking Stuffers You'll Want to Keep For Yourself
While it may not be totally in the spirit of the season, we frequently come home from holiday shopping with tons of gifts for ourselves. We're not trying to be selfish . . . it's just that so many of the beauty offerings this time of year are perfect in every way. They're travel-sized, adorably packaged, and (more often than not) limited-edition, which means we absolutely need them in our stash. Don't believe us? Read on. So far, we've found a precious lip balm wearing a sweater, a book of sheet masks, a lash curler bedecked in bling, and so many more products you'll need to buy. (Whether you give them away is up to you!)
18 Stylish Ways to Make Your Tattoo the Focal Point of Your Outfit
While there are some people who prefer to keep their small tattoos private, a tiny little secret to admire when alone, others work hard to show them off. There's no reason not to draw attention to your stylish scripture or perfectly positioned design if you want to. If your ink is located at the tip of your shoulder, there's no better time to shop for an off-the-shoulder shirt that puts it in the spotlight. And there are plenty of sneakers and heels that help you show off an intricate foot tattoo. Read on for some unique ideas that are, above all else, sophisticated and polished.
15 Desserts Shaped Like Sugar Skulls to Mark Day of the Dead
You know one of the most popular traditions for Día de los Muertos is preparing homemade sugar skulls to set on altars for loved ones who have passed away. But through the years, the symbol has expanded to other sweets that are not given as ofrendas but enjoyed with family. These 15 deliciously sweet recipes, from cake pops to sugar cookies, are perfect for the day of remembrance.
The Lower-Body Exercise to Lift Your Butt and Tone Your Thighs
This move is tough, but let me tell you, it is so worth the sweat and struggle. A set of surrenders strengthens your legs, tones your butt, and works your core. It also keeps your heart rate up as you go from kneeling to standing over and over again. You guys! Changing levels takes a lot of effort.
Before attempting this move, find some padding for your knees. I like to fold my yoga mat in half to double the cushion.
- Stand with your hands behind your head with your elbows wide, and bring your right knee gently to the ground.
- Bring your left knee down so you are kneeling. Keep your chest up and squeeze your glutes to keep yourself stable.
- Lift your right foot up and place it in front of you. Bring the left foot forward to stand up, pressing through your right heel.
- This completes one rep. Start the next by bringing your left knee to the floor.
- Do two to three sets of 12 reps each.
The Lower-Body Exercise to Lift Your Butt and Tone Your Thighs
This move is tough, but let me tell you, it is so worth the sweat and struggle. A set of surrenders strengthens your legs, tones your butt, and works your core. It also keeps your heart rate up as you go from kneeling to standing over and over again. You guys! Changing levels takes a lot of effort.
Before attempting this move, find some padding for your knees. I like to fold my yoga mat in half to double the cushion.
- Stand with your hands behind your head with your elbows wide, and bring your right knee gently to the ground.
- Bring your left knee down so you are kneeling. Keep your chest up and squeeze your glutes to keep yourself stable.
- Lift your right foot up and place it in front of you. Bring the left foot forward to stand up, pressing through your right heel.
- This completes one rep. Start the next by bringing your left knee to the floor.
- Do two to three sets of 12 reps each.
The Fashion-Based Theory From The Walking Dead That No One Is Talking About
We'll have to wait until October for The Walking Dead to return, but that won't stop us from trying to solve every mystery from the show - including ones we discover all on our own, after hours of binge-watching the suspenseful series. For instance: have you noticed that the majority of female walkers roam around in maxi dresses? What's the deal there? Was there a shortage of pants before this virus spread, forcing them to rock the next-best comfy staple? We really need to know!
In reality, it's probably easier for the costume department to rip up and "walker-fy" a single piece rather than a full outfit. But we'll still hold out hope that one day, our question will be explained. Until then, take a look at the maxis taking over this apocalyptic world. Then see what life was like before walkers were everywhere.
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.
Spooktacular Eats: 11 Fun Halloween Dinner Ideas
Make Halloween even more exciting with a quick and easy dinner to enjoy before heading out for a night of trick-or-treating fun. Whether heading to a party or hitting the neighborhood with the kids, these recipes are tasty for children of all ages and have a bit of a Halloween edge.
From spooky snacks to full-on meals, these 11 Halloween dinner recipes are ready to fill you up before a night of spook-tacular adventures.
14 of This Year's Hottest Gadgets to Give
It feels like every year, our gadgets get smarter, faster, and harder to keep up with. Even though we still have plenty of time left in 2016, start saving up now to buy this year's best tech gadgets. From an Apple Watch that's finally built for swimmers to a smart Moleskine notebook, there are plenty of presents pick from for each of your friends and family. Don't wait too long - these products are bound to sell out.
Apple Announces a New App That Will Change the Way You Watch TV
On Thursday, Oct. 27, Apple unveiled its latest app, aptly titled TV. Aside from adding Twitter interactions to your Apple TV viewing experience, the tech company is bringing TV watching directly to your Apple devices, including your iPad and iPhone. The TV app is designed to be the one place to go for everything you're watching, with a hand-curated collection of your favorite TV shows and movies. You can add shows directly to the Up Next list so you'll never forget which shows you were interested in binge-watching later. The TV app will also allow you to watch live news directly from your phone or tablet.
Siri will be available on the TV app to help you find where to watch your must-see sporting events. Just ask and Siri will locate the proper streaming app for that event. Apple's new TV app will come equipped with a TV guide, all available in the United States for free this December.
The #1 Reason You Must Unfollow All Fashion Bloggers Immediately
Fashion bloggers can be dangerous. Over half of your Instagram feed is filled with their photos, and it often feels like you can't escape them. But you have your chance! You can get out now.
Ahead, 24 reasons to tap unfollow before it's too late . . .
Start Saving Your Galleons For These Harry Potter Eye Shadow Palettes
The same genius who brought us the Harry Potter Highlight and Contour Palette is coming back with the most magical beauty product - Harry Potter eye shadow palettes.
Customized by individual houses, the Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin palettes are only available for preorder on Etsy and will hopefully be delivered by an owl. They are handcrafted and vegan and come with the school's official crest embossed on the cover. All four palettes have a bottom row filled with Hogwarts colors, ranging from Owl Post, a deep shimmery brown, to Hogsmead, a metallic gray with light brown undertones, seen below.
Keep reading to see all the swatches in the different Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin shadow palettes and find out where to order yours!
Someone Finally Explains What That Extra Set of Shoelace Holes Is For
We all have them, and most of us just ignore them. I'm talking about that extra pair of holes on the top of our sneakers. Nope, they're not just for decoration! Try this shoelace tying trick called the "heel lock" to prevent the back of your foot from sliding up and down, which will prevent heel blisters. If you're a runner, this just may be the best thing you hear all day!
This Optical Illusion of a Woman's Shiny Legs Will Make You Question Your Eyesight
are these legs shiny and oily or are they legs with white paint on them http://pic.twitter.com/RzLl3oaD59
— Common White Girl (@girlposts) October 26, 2016
The internet is back at it again with another viral photo that has everyone stumped. Instagram user leonardhoespams shared a photo of her legs on Monday and immediately had many people doing a double take. At first glance, you probably see a pair of shiny legs, but take a closer look and you will notice her legs are actually not glossed over at all.
Twitter users pointed out the optical illusion, taking note of the lines of paint across her legs. Check out what they had to say:
This is the next 'Blue/Gold Dress' 😨
Are these legs oily & shiny or have they just got white paint on them? http://pic.twitter.com/yTyWKtypUo— Roman Kemp (@romankemp) October 26, 2016
Do you see it now?
Once you see it you can't unsee it http://pic.twitter.com/5mREeJUhYV
— bree (@msbreeezyyy) October 25, 2016
No?
@romankemp am i the only one that sees it oily and shiny
— olivia❁ (@zoeIlasgrande) October 26, 2016
The truth is: the woman in the photo does has paint on her legs. Thanks internet for spoiling this seemingly cool photo (which has since been removed) for the rest of us.
@msbreeezyyy @josephIowe i saw them as shiny first and now i can't see it as shiny anymore
— kari (@kariscastle) October 26, 2016
Someone Finally Explains What That Extra Set of Shoelace Holes Is For
We all have them, and most of us just ignore them. I'm talking about that extra pair of holes on the top of our sneakers. Nope, they're not just for decoration! Try this shoelace tying trick called the "heel lock" to prevent the back of your foot from sliding up and down, which will prevent heel blisters. If you're a runner, this just may be the best thing you hear all day!
The Top Halloween Candy Ranked From Worst to Best
There was a time the contents in your Halloween bag meant the world to you. There were good years and bad years . . . Who can forget the neighbor who only let you pick out one Tootsie Roll or the house that had king size candies up for grabs? We're revisiting the best and the worst of our yearly candy stash, starting with the candies that still make your taste buds recoil.
8 Haunted Houses and Hotels in Latin America
Depending on who you ask, exploring a haunted house is either the best or worst way to spend Halloween. The elements of reality that are intertwined with the myth and folklore around these homes and hotels make for an eerie experience. This list includes everything from hauntings that were incited by actual, real-life events to some pegged solely on myths that have continued over time. Either way, the spots are totally spooky.
NASA's Newly Released Images of Mars Are the Next Best Thing to Space Travel
We may not all be able to experience Mars firsthand, but NASA's newly released photos are the next best thing. NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) recently sent back a large batch of over 1,000 images of the planet's surface, and they are stunning.
It's not the first time the MRO sent back photos; we started receiving them in 2005 when it first set out for signs of water. However, the high delivery of images occurs only every 26 months when the sun and Mars are standing opposite of each other, reports Gizmodo.
Luckily for us, the High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment catalog has a total of over 44,000 images of Mars so far. See some of the best recent photos of Mars ahead!
18 Last-Minute Costumes For Anyone Obsessed With the Internet
Some people plan their geeky costumes months in advance. If that doesn't sound like you, it doesn't mean you have to settle for something lame. Ahead, check out 18 supereasy, geek-tastic ideas that you could pull off in an hour or less and STILL look good in.
We Should Have Known This Was Going to be Hailey Baldwin's Halloween Costume
Halloween weekend brought out the sexiest and scariest costumes in the supermodel world, but there were also some surprisingly simple outfits we should have known would make the cut. At the top of the list? Hailey Baldwin's gypsy costume. While we predicted she and her best gal pals (that's Kendall and Kylie Jenner, FYI) would follow a '90s pop-star theme, both Hailey and Kendall stunned us all by choosing drastically different costumes. Hailey was a sexy gypsy while Kendall went with a darker, goth-girl outfit, leaving Kylie alone to channel '90s pop star Christina Aguilera.
As for the rest of your favorite supermodels? Alessandra Ambrosia dressed up as Jessica Rabbit and Taylor Hill went the spooky route, dressing up as the devil. Read on to see what all the models ended up rocking on Halloween.
Thailand's Fashion-Forward Princess Is Basically the Real-Life Blair Waldorf
Gossip Girl's Blair Waldorf may have rocked a crown for a very brief period of time, but her real-life counterpart from Thailand was born into royalty. Sirivannavari Nariratana, the only daughter of Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn and Sujarinee Vivacharawongse, lives a life that's pretty similar to that of the iconic TV character. For starters, Sirivannavari's got a wardrobe we'd desperately love to raid, full of designer pieces from Chanel, Balmain, and Hermès. She also sits front row during Fashion Month (and Couture Fashion Month), and when she's not viewing other people's clothes, this princess is creating her own. That's right: on top of being a full-time royal, she's a designer, too, and even showed her collection in Paris a few years ago.
While you'll have to travel to Siam Paragon, a shopping mall in Bangkok, to get your fill of Sirivannavari's creations, her styling tips are readily available for all to follow. Look through to see some lessons this stylish and regal lady has given us in the past. Then check out the one accessory every power woman wears.
30 Parents Who Totally Have the Whole Parenting Humor Thing Down
Source: Twitter user FantasticFeed
Parenting is beautiful, it's fun, and it's one of the best gifts in the world - it's also difficult, emotionally trying, and sometimes just downright overwhelming. They say that sometimes you need to laugh so you don't cry, so we've rounded up 30 parenting gold nuggets to help you laugh through it with these other moms and dads who have totally resigned to humor instead of tears.
1. This dad who was left alone with his son for five minutes.
2. This dad who was supposed to keep the baby up so she'd sleep through the night.
Pretty much the best use of googly eyes ever.
Posted by Life of Dad on Monday, January 18, 2016
3. This mom who doesn't want to interupt her son's REM cycle.
Source: Flickr user Mike Burns
4. These parents who gave this epic teacher's gift.
Source: Evermine / Stacy Dutton
5. This dad who used his handyman skills to build his newborn a shark bed.
6. These parents that figured out the best way to tell their identical twins apart.
7. This dad who came up with the best solution to get his kids to do chores.
Source: Reddit user labuzan
8. This dad who believes that everyone should eat - erm, drink - at the same time.
Dare we say it? Father Level: Genius
- Shared by Life of Dad user, Mary Treece
Posted by Life of Dad on Sunday, October 4, 2015
9. This dad who need only turn to his lock screen for a good laugh.
Source: Flickr user Meme Binge
10. This dad who has figured out how to keep all of the little animals in his house busy.
Source: Twitter user OWIP FunnyGifsFails
11. This celebrity dad who understands that not everything his child does is amazing.
My daughter's only 6 months old and already drawing. I'd hang it on the fridge but honestly, it's absolute garbage.
- Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) June 19, 2015
12. This dad who just really wants some cake.
When you don't want to wake your daughter, but you DO want cake.
[Via Imgur]
Posted by Life of Dad on Thursday, February 18, 2016
13. This mom who isn't going to lie about taking shortcuts with hacks.
14. These parents who probably make every mundane task a hoot.
Source: Facebook user Life of Dad
15. These overprotective parents.
Source: Flickr user Meme Binge
16. This mom who is willing to understand that things change.
Source: Instagram user tinytribeevents
17. This dad who would never take out his frustration on his kids but isn't scared to admit he's totally PO'd.
Source: Brian Gordon
18. This mom who isn't going to push - she knows that kids are ridiculous.
19. This dad who isn't letting his daughter date until she's 40.
#Parenting level: Epic- #Dad #FunnyPics #Humor #Lol - http://t.co/Aiq3gMGwBH http://pic.twitter.com/VJ32HGB4bi
- ExpoJoke (@expojoke) July 7, 2015
20. These PTA parents who want to give their fellow parents a break.
Source: Facebook user Dee Wise Heinz
21. This mom who nailed her daughter's first-day-of-kindergarten photo shoot.
Source: Happy Acres Photography
22. This mom who realized that not all children's TV is good children's TV.
23. The dad who came up with these balloon art designs.
Source: Facebook user Life of Dad
24. This mom who allows irony to thrive.
25. This parent who wants to warn other drivers that she may be a bit loud while her child learns to drive.
Source: Twitter user Jedi_Poet
26. This mom who is having trouble finding the right chapter in What to Expect When You're Expecting.
Husband said the f-word when driving yesterday, which our son quickly (and clearly) repeated...but I can't find that page in the baby book
- Shannon Fisher (@ShanV11) April 27, 2015
27. This parent who understands the value of letting a toddler teach herself crucial skills.
28. These parents who just want to be paid rent.
Little Lacy is so not ok with this situation.
Thanks to Kendy for the picture!Posted by Life of Dad on Sunday, September 6, 2015
29. These parents who are sharing the value of hard work with their kids.
Source: Twitter user FantasticFeed
30. This dad who wanted to teach his son manners.
10 Natural Ways to Help Detoxify the Body
If you went a little overboard and are now feeling the urge to eat clean, you've come to the right place. Since most detoxes are usually calorie-deprivation diets in disguise, it's wise to steer clear of them, but not to worry - there are still ways to get your body back on track. Exercising, cutting out alcohol and refined sugars, and eating a healthy diet do wonders. A little extra help doesn't hurt either.
Here are 10 healthy foods with natural cleansing properties. Include them in your next meal and get rid of that extra junk left over from the big feast.
18 Beauties Who'll Make You Want Bob-Length Braids
Keeping your hair under wraps in a protective style during the Winter isn't just a clever time saver, it's also a great way of protecting your hair from the elements, and the damage caused by rubbing against coats, scarves and hats.
It's the perfect season to start planning your protective style, and if long braids are your go-to Winter 'do, it might be time to try something new! Meet 18 beauties who'll make you want to take some length off and go bold with a set of bobbed braids.
10 Natural Ways to Help Detoxify the Body
If you went a little overboard and are now feeling the urge to eat clean, you've come to the right place. Since most detoxes are usually calorie-deprivation diets in disguise, it's wise to steer clear of them, but not to worry - there are still ways to get your body back on track. Exercising, cutting out alcohol and refined sugars, and eating a healthy diet do wonders. A little extra help doesn't hurt either.
Here are 10 healthy foods with natural cleansing properties. Include them in your next meal and get rid of that extra junk left over from the big feast.
These Adorable Illustrations of Geeky Villains Will Totally Change Your Perception About Them
It's easy to paint villains from comic books and movies as soulless people who care about nothing. But one artist wanted to look past this perception, so he created adorable illustrations of villains getting hugs from the heroes that try to destroy them.
Created by Spain-based designer Nacho Diaz, the "Villains Need Love" project is about showcasing these characters in a different light — and in a book. Diaz currently has a Kickstarter campaign to put his illustrations in a book and on stickers, prints, and even phone cases.
Diaz chose villains because of how much he enjoyed drawing them and changing the message of who they are. "Most of the time [the villains] are the way they are because they had a hard time in the past, so I thought . . . Would they be different with some love in their lives?" Diaz wrote on the Kickstarter description.
The Kickstarter has already surpassed its goal of $5,439 with more than $15,262 raised (at the time of writing). The project does have 14 days left to go, so you can still claim one of the various rewards like pledging $6 to receive a sticker set or giving $17 to receive a phone case. You can check out some of our favorite illustrations ahead.
Princess Beatrice of York Hangs With Kate Middleton, but Her Style's on Another Level
You might have heard Princess Beatrice's name with ties to Uber executive Dave Clark. The longtime couple made headlines recently with news of their split, but we're here to prove the Royal Highness of York can hold her own. Not only does the princess regularly attend family events alongside her younger sister, Eugenie; her grandmother Queen Elizabeth II; and Kate Middleton, but she also participates in charity work and is developing a career in business.
From a fashion perspective, Beatrice is a natural. Her wardrobe consists of key pieces that turn heads on the red carpet, at fashion shows, and on the street, but it's the way she wears them that counts. While the princess favors Peter Pan collars, avant-garde fascinators, and all sorts of embellishments, every outfit includes an element of surprise. Read on for 73 lessons you can learn just by studying her style.
When It Comes to Fashion, Queen Letizia Is No Old-School Royal - Her 2016 Style Prove It
If you're going to talk about unconventional royal style, you have to acknowledge Queen Letizia is the ruler. The Spanish royal, married to King Felipe VI, goes out of her way to stand out with her fashion picks, rebelling against what everyone thinks is appropriate for a queen to wear at official events.
Have you ever seen another ruler wear loose leather pants and a bright fuchsia jacket together? Or a crocodile skirt suit? How about a black cape over a red and white houndstooth top? Or track pants? Letizia is all about making the new rules of royal fashion, demonstrating her commitment to being different with every outfit she's worn this year. Scroll ahead to see her best and feel inspired to take risks, too. These are looks you could actually wear over and over again.
40 Geeky Costumes You Can Totally Wear to Work
One of the best parts of Halloween is showing up to the office in a costume and seeing what your co-workers pulled off as well. It's not an easy feat, as the costume has to be work-appropriate, but when it's done well, the result is awesome. Look ahead for some geeky ideas to wear to work that won't have your boss sending you disapproving looks.
2015's Overalls Got Nothing on This Season's Modern Update
When overalls became "trendy" again last year, we were hesitant to try them out. When we did, we kept it classic and asked our friends about a billion and one times if they looked flattering. Now we're well versed in overalls, wearing them to lounge around the house with lingerie just as often as we do for a night out, styled with heels.
The freshest looks include corduroy dresses, fitted flares in bright colorways, and plenty of distressing. These days, we're treating overalls like jeans. They're easy to slip into, effortless, and ridiculously chic. Read on to see 14 of our favorite takes on the silhouette, then shop a variety of designs to add to your closet.
Does This Monkey Resemble Lord Voldemort? The Internet Seems to Think So
A monkey recently born at the UK's Paignton Zoo has garnered a lot of attention for its pretty uncanny resemblance to Lord Voldemort.
According to The Mirror, the baby monkey is the first ever to be delivered via a C-section. The zoo's head of veterinary services, Ghislaine Sayers, said, "We have only done three C-sections here in the last 16 years. Jo, our surgeon on this occasion, has performed them on dogs, cats, cows and sheep before – but never a primate."
So while the monkey was brought into this earth in a miraculous manner, it also looks like it could have ties to the dark arts . . . and people on Twitter have plenty of feelings about it. Since the monkey's birth, the hashtag #VoldemortMonkey is full of hilarious reactions.
This baby monkey that looks like Voldemort is definitely going to give me nightmares this eve. @glenscottuk http://pic.twitter.com/F47kwqTDJo
— kmfm - Radio In Kent (@kmfmofficial) August 30, 2016
"You're a fool, Harry Potter, and you will lose everything" - #VoldemortMonkey http://pic.twitter.com/MjVLSpeNGu
— Maximilien (@DaneBossey) August 31, 2016
Aww don't be mean to #VoldemortMonkey, he's cute!
— ¤《°Jacksøn (weeb)°》¤ (@DatsonBatson) August 31, 2016
If You Try to Figure Out the Mistake in This Math Problem, It'll Make You Go Crazy
Not all math problems are meant to be solved - some are here just to watch the world burn and make people question everything they ever learned in school. And while some problems have different solutions, others have answers that don't deal with numbers at all, like a recent Facebook post asking people to find a math mistake.
The photo, shared by Facebook user Antley Lamont Staten, shows a photo of a man holding up two sheets of paper. One paper has the numbers 1-9 written on it. The other paper asks people to share when you find the mistake. Try to solve it for yourself below:
Did you groan? Or are you trying to figure out what the issue is with the numbers? The answer is on the paper to the left - the man spelled "mistake" wrong. The post has clearly struck a nerve, considering it has more than 94,000 reactions, 400,000 shares, and plenty more comments.
Sometimes the answer really is simple and requires no math at all.
Cindy Crawford and Kaia Gerber, Hands Down, Won Halloween in Their Punk Rock Outfits
When we saw Cindy Crawford's snap of her family's Halloween costumes, we said, "WHOA." The family of four wore coordinating punk rock outfits to the annual Casamigos Tequila party in LA. Cindy mixed and matched prints for a fun outfit, wearing a ripped pink shirt, graphic leather jacket, tutu, and tights. Kaia also followed her mother's lead with mixing patterns, but chose a slightly more revealing top to pair with her chain skirt and fishnet tights. The two, along with Rande and Presley Gerber, even dyed their hair and wore heavy makeup to complete the punk rock look.
It appears this Halloween, stars went for an edgier, darker vibe and we don't mind one bit. Read on to analyze the family's outfits photo by photo because the details deserve to be seen. The Gerbers, hands down, won Halloween weekend.
How I Lost Weight Having Champagne, Bread, and Cheese Every Day
The following post was originally featured on Love, Sweat, and Fitness and written by Katie Dunlop, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Fitness.
Is it possible to lose weight on vacation?
I'm all about that "Green Juice Now, Champagne Later" life, but vacation is a whole other ______.
I've spent the better part of the last weeks in Europe and have tracked my weight, workouts and food to find out if it is possible to lose weight on vacation!
I gave myself a challenge. I wanted to be accountable to myself and to all of you, attempting to find the perfect balance between getting a little wild on vacation and keeping my health/body on track.
We spent almost two weeks traveling through Spain. We stayed in Barcelona, Ibiza, Mallorca and Sevilla. Then we explored Portugal for the last week. It was incredible!
I blogged throughout the trip after each destination. Sharing my favorite food finds, travel tips, and workouts.
My goal was simple. To come back at the SAME WEIGHT that I left. This might not sound so crazy, but knowing my plan was to enjoy every glass of cava, loaf of fresh bread and round of cheese, it felt pretty aggressive to me.
The weeks leading up to the trip I stuck to my LSF Hot Body Meal Plan & Sweat Guide (Both will be released in early November). Eating clean and working out 6 days a week. I felt awesome! I don't often weight myself, but needed to in order to accurately measure my results.
The day we left I got in a great cardio session and I weighed in: 130.6 lbs - 14.9% body fat – 62 lbs muscle mass.
Everyone's body is different, but besides measurements, body fat is the best way to see where you stand. It's the percentage of actual fat as opposed to your overall weight which includes; muscle, water weight, skeletal structure etc.
There are different opinions and standards out there, but according to ACE here's a quick breakdown for women's body fat standards:
- Athletes: 14 to 20%,
- Fit 21 to 24%
- Average 25 to 31%
- Time to Get on the Health Train: 32%+
So, this is my happy place. I usually sit right around 130 lbs and 15% body fat. It's my healthy, toned, fit base.
♥Vacay Time
A lot can happen in three weeks. Three weeks of non-stop temptation to eat, drink and be lazy, but I was determined to NOT let that happen . . . at least not the lazy part
Like anything, having a plan is key, but you must flexible. I planned to work out every day. I knew there would be days that I just couldn't or wouldn't want to sleep in, my intention though was to get up and get to work!
My Workouts:
- Every Single Day:
- My Bikini Ab Ladder It literally takes 5 minutes and is 300 abs. Even if that is all I did in a day, it felt golden.
- We walked EVERYWHERE! Average 3 to 5 miles a day. Save some cab money for wine and get you're walk on.
- 3 Days a Week: 20 min Hot Body HIIT body weight workouts
- 2 Days a Week: 2 to 3 mile jog. The BEST way to explore a new city, get your bearings and burn some calories.
- 1 Day a Week: Yoga. Felt so good to get a deep stretch in and reset my body and mind for the week.
My Eating:
- Intermittent Fasting: Most days, we would get up, work out and have our first meal around 11 am.
- Protein BAE: Made sure to be getting plenty of lean proteins everyday. Fish, eggs, chicken, and pork were the staples.
- Fruits & Veggies: Snacked on dried fruit and loaded up on veggies with each meal.
- Bread & Cheese: Yep . . . they deserve their own category here. I tried to only have it once a day and always made sure it was cloaked in goodness like a quinoa, goat cheese, and beet salad
- Cava: Spain's champagne. It's delicious and CHEAP! (like $3.00 a glass cheap) You feel like it's happy hour 24/7. Normally I'd try to drink more vodka sodas to cut calories, but the price was too good to resist. I'm gonna be real honest . . . I probably drank about 4 to 5 drinks a day. Lunch, Tapas and dinner drinks. C'est La Vie!
♥So What Happened. . .
Coming home after 3 weeks of non-stop fun, I was a little nervous. Overall, I felt good, but figured I had gained about 2 lbs. Sure, that would mean I didn't hit my challenge goal, but with all we ate and drank I couldn't be mad about it either.
We got home late Tuesday night. Wednesday and Thursday were a wash, but Friday it was time to find out what happened!
I was ready to face the music and see what kind of damage had been done . . .
Like on my pre-vacation weigh-in day, I did about an hour of cardio first, then hopped on the scale. I wanted to make sure it was an even playing field.
Dun dun dun . . . let the scale do it's magic and BAM! I was down almost 2l bs!! 128.8 lbs – 15.4% body fat – 61.3 lbs muscle mass.
♥What It Means . . .
I lost 1.8 lbs overall. That's ridiculously awesome! Yes, I went up .5% body fat and down .7 lbs in muscle mass, but that is to be expected.
At home my workouts incorporate weighted circuits, but on vacation there was only 1 day I had access to free weights. That means a huge increase in cardio which often burns muscle along with fat.
In a normal week I might have a few LSF-approved cocktails on the weekend, but almost never during the week. This trip I drank EVERY SINGLE DAY for almost three weeks. I also ate things like bread and cheese on the daily which are not in my normal diet at home.
Not only did I meet my goal, I EXCEEDED IT! It is 100% possible to both maintain and lose weight on vacation if you have a plan and a purpose!
There is absolutely NO REASON TO GAIN WEIGHT while you travel. You can do my workouts from ANYWHERE! No equipment – no excuses.
Chose your battles. Some people might think it's crazy I drank everyday, but perhaps they would be eating pastries and desserts at times where I did not. I carefully made decisions on what I wanted to splurge on.
Of course, if I drank every day, ate bread, cheese, croissants, cakes, and didn't work out I would have gained weight. Anyone would. It's about finding a balance you can live with, having a plan, and holding yourself accountable to stick to it! Your vacation will feel SO much more satisfying during and at the end.
Not a Trick: 14 Healthy and Adorable Halloween Treats
The thought of the highs and lows a child gets from binging on Halloween candy is enough to put the scare in any parent. But kids don't need to succumb to sugar's roller coaster ride. Though a few pieces of candy on Halloween night are almost non-negotiable, we've rounded up 14 healthier Halloween goodies that are not only adorable, but are sure to be a treat.
11 Hysterical #RejectedTrumpTVShows Tweets That Will Make You Giggle For Days
Donald Trump is no stranger to hashtags, and more recently, he's become the sole focus of several trending ones. The latest is #RejectedTrumpTVShows, which started after rumors of Trump launching his own TV network began circulating. People are posting some hilarious ideas for TV shows to run on his network, and surprise - many of them poke fun or call out Trump for several of the remarks he's made toward women, his family, and more. Check out some of the best ones ahead and don't forget to vote on Nov. 8.
How I Lost Weight Having Champagne, Bread, and Cheese Every Day
The following post was originally featured on Love, Sweat, and Fitness and written by Katie Dunlop, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Fitness.
Is it possible to lose weight on vacation?
I'm all about that "Green Juice Now, Champagne Later" life, but vacation is a whole other ______.
I've spent the better part of the last weeks in Europe and have tracked my weight, workouts and food to find out if it is possible to lose weight on vacation!
I gave myself a challenge. I wanted to be accountable to myself and to all of you, attempting to find the perfect balance between getting a little wild on vacation and keeping my health/body on track.
We spent almost two weeks traveling through Spain. We stayed in Barcelona, Ibiza, Mallorca and Sevilla. Then we explored Portugal for the last week. It was incredible!
I blogged throughout the trip after each destination. Sharing my favorite food finds, travel tips, and workouts.
My goal was simple. To come back at the SAME WEIGHT that I left. This might not sound so crazy, but knowing my plan was to enjoy every glass of cava, loaf of fresh bread and round of cheese, it felt pretty aggressive to me.
The weeks leading up to the trip I stuck to my LSF Hot Body Meal Plan & Sweat Guide (Both will be released in early November). Eating clean and working out 6 days a week. I felt awesome! I don't often weight myself, but needed to in order to accurately measure my results.
The day we left I got in a great cardio session and I weighed in: 130.6 lbs - 14.9% body fat – 62 lbs muscle mass.
Everyone's body is different, but besides measurements, body fat is the best way to see where you stand. It's the percentage of actual fat as opposed to your overall weight which includes; muscle, water weight, skeletal structure etc.
There are different opinions and standards out there, but according to ACE here's a quick breakdown for women's body fat standards:
- Athletes: 14 to 20%,
- Fit 21 to 24%
- Average 25 to 31%
- Time to Get on the Health Train: 32%+
So, this is my happy place. I usually sit right around 130 lbs and 15% body fat. It's my healthy, toned, fit base.
♥Vacay Time
A lot can happen in three weeks. Three weeks of non-stop temptation to eat, drink and be lazy, but I was determined to NOT let that happen . . . at least not the lazy part
Like anything, having a plan is key, but you must flexible. I planned to work out every day. I knew there would be days that I just couldn't or wouldn't want to sleep in, my intention though was to get up and get to work!
My Workouts:
- Every Single Day:
- My Bikini Ab Ladder It literally takes 5 minutes and is 300 abs. Even if that is all I did in a day, it felt golden.
- We walked EVERYWHERE! Average 3 to 5 miles a day. Save some cab money for wine and get you're walk on.
- 3 Days a Week: 20 min Hot Body HIIT body weight workouts
- 2 Days a Week: 2 to 3 mile jog. The BEST way to explore a new city, get your bearings and burn some calories.
- 1 Day a Week: Yoga. Felt so good to get a deep stretch in and reset my body and mind for the week.
My Eating:
- Intermittent Fasting: Most days, we would get up, work out and have our first meal around 11 am.
- Protein BAE: Made sure to be getting plenty of lean proteins everyday. Fish, eggs, chicken, and pork were the staples.
- Fruits & Veggies: Snacked on dried fruit and loaded up on veggies with each meal.
- Bread & Cheese: Yep . . . they deserve their own category here. I tried to only have it once a day and always made sure it was cloaked in goodness like a quinoa, goat cheese, and beet salad
- Cava: Spain's champagne. It's delicious and CHEAP! (like $3.00 a glass cheap) You feel like it's happy hour 24/7. Normally I'd try to drink more vodka sodas to cut calories, but the price was too good to resist. I'm gonna be real honest . . . I probably drank about 4 to 5 drinks a day. Lunch, Tapas and dinner drinks. C'est La Vie!
♥So What Happened. . .
Coming home after 3 weeks of non-stop fun, I was a little nervous. Overall, I felt good, but figured I had gained about 2 lbs. Sure, that would mean I didn't hit my challenge goal, but with all we ate and drank I couldn't be mad about it either.
We got home late Tuesday night. Wednesday and Thursday were a wash, but Friday it was time to find out what happened!
I was ready to face the music and see what kind of damage had been done . . .
Like on my pre-vacation weigh-in day, I did about an hour of cardio first, then hopped on the scale. I wanted to make sure it was an even playing field.
Dun dun dun . . . let the scale do it's magic and BAM! I was down almost 2l bs!! 128.8 lbs – 15.4% body fat – 61.3 lbs muscle mass.
♥What It Means . . .
I lost 1.8 lbs overall. That's ridiculously awesome! Yes, I went up .5% body fat and down .7 lbs in muscle mass, but that is to be expected.
At home my workouts incorporate weighted circuits, but on vacation there was only 1 day I had access to free weights. That means a huge increase in cardio which often burns muscle along with fat.
In a normal week I might have a few LSF-approved cocktails on the weekend, but almost never during the week. This trip I drank EVERY SINGLE DAY for almost three weeks. I also ate things like bread and cheese on the daily which are not in my normal diet at home.
Not only did I meet my goal, I EXCEEDED IT! It is 100% possible to both maintain and lose weight on vacation if you have a plan and a purpose!
There is absolutely NO REASON TO GAIN WEIGHT while you travel. You can do my workouts from ANYWHERE! No equipment – no excuses.
Chose your battles. Some people might think it's crazy I drank everyday, but perhaps they would be eating pastries and desserts at times where I did not. I carefully made decisions on what I wanted to splurge on.
Of course, if I drank every day, ate bread, cheese, croissants, cakes, and didn't work out I would have gained weight. Anyone would. It's about finding a balance you can live with, having a plan, and holding yourself accountable to stick to it! Your vacation will feel SO much more satisfying during and at the end.
The Jean and Shoe Combos That'll Land You an A+ in Street Style
You have on your favorite pair of jeans and picked out a cute top to go with it. You're all ready to go except - wait a minute - the shoes! You suddenly realize the pair you had in mind (crisp, white sneakers) doesn't really match your outfit; it either looks too casual or bulky for the office. We understand the panic, especially if you're trying to dash out the door, which is why we came up with several foolproof jean-plus-shoe pairings.
Although you can theoretically wear denim with anything, that's why we love them so much, the right shoe can make or break your street style look. The next time you struggle with what shoe to wear with your skinny jeans, simply refer back to the denim and shoe pairing combos ahead. We even added shopping so you can easily achieve a similar look to the ones on your favorite bloggers.
15 Mexican Recipes to Mark Día de los Muertos
Although Día de los Muertos is a religious celebration in Mexico, there's plenty of food on the day (which in some places is actually celebrated for weeks on end). As tradition often says, when the souls of your loved ones return for the night, you better have something good waiting for them to enjoy. In that spirit, we've rounded up 15 festive and delicious recipes, from crafty sugar skulls to traditional Mexican dishes.
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