Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
dimanche 6 novembre 2016
Finally! The New Emoji Are Coming - Including a Major Change to Everyone's Favorite Peach!
If you're anything like the rest of us, you're dying to know when you'll be able to use all 72 of the new emoji with your friends. Well, the wait is almost over! The new symbols - which include the highly requested avocado emoji - will hopefully arrive later this month on the iOS 10.2 software update.
Get ready to face palm, shrug, and even paint with the new emoji characters that expresses all of the emotions your heart could desire. The one thing you might not love so much? The new redrawn peach emoji which no longer resembles a butt. Keep reading to see a first look at some of the new emoji and then check out some hilarious reactions to what is being considered a peach emoji downgrade ahead.
Scientists, Chefs, and Farmers - Oh My!
Finally, the avocado emoji!
RIP the peach emoji you used to know and love.
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- Aminatou Sow (@aminatou) November 1, 2016
@Schluebricant you're right the butt peach did some squats http://pic.twitter.com/Z4UlMTK3Xy
- Jake (@J2theb_bailey) November 1, 2016
30 Easy-to-Make Casseroles That Won't Leave a Pile of Dirty Dishes in the Sink
When you're cooking for a party of "so many people," it's all about making your life a little easier. That's why casseroles are so popular around Thanksgiving and the holidays! The effortless dishes require just a bit of prep, and then the oven takes care of the rest. Straight ahead you'll find 30 Latin recipes that'll keep the dirty dishes to a minimum and everyone at the table full.
20 Snaps That Prove Style Is in the Olsen Family's DNA
There's no doubt the Olsen twins are known for their success in fashion, wearing and designing their own covetable labels like The Row and Elizabeth and James. When the duo steps out, we always take note of their outfits and lately, we've counted one more Olsen sister, Elizabeth, into the mix.
The youngest the trio has appeared in editorial spreads for Nylon and blockbuster hits like Captain America: Civil War. Like Mary-Kate and Ashley, Elizabeth not only has acting chops, but she's also a full-fledged fashion girl. She sits front row at Fashion Week, attends the MET Gala annually, and like her sisters, has a similarly chic aesthetic - though Elizabeth's style is more playful and feminine. While she does coordinate with her sisters, usually in black, on the red carpet (it's more fun!), when she's on her own, her personal style shines through.
Read on for 20 snaps of Elizabeth that prove excellent style runs in the Olsen family.
Rare GIF of a Dying Star Will Make You Rethink Your Existence
The Hubble Telescope recently celebrated its 26th birthday, and in those years it has given us an incredible look at the vast world we live in. Case in point: a rare peek at a dying star.
From 2002 to 2006, Hubble captured close-up images of an enormous star named V838 Moncerotis, which sits 20,000 light-years away from Earth. Back then, the star emitted a powerful flash of light that illuminated the dust and gas that surrounded it.
"Hubble's exceptionally sharp focus of V838 Mon offered a ring-side seat at the slow death of the star and excited astrophysicists with the chance to study the physics of the light, matter and microscopic dust of the interstellar medium," writes The Conversation, which offers more details about the life of the star and the cause of that light flash.
Below you can see a time-lapse video of the photos taken by the Hubble. Looks fake, doesn't it?
You Can Shop These Affordable It Pieces Straight Off Your Favorite Bloggers' Feeds
As we scroll through our 'gram and give out those "likes," we notice that bloggers are most of the time, if not always, wearing the popular pieces first. Although we can draw inspo from them on how to wear Fall's coolest trends, the real question is, "where can we get that [insert item] and for how much?"
If a $700 pair of Stuart Weitzman boots isn't in your price range, however, don't worry. We found affordable alternatives to the It items you've been seeing on your favorite bloggers. Read on for the 15 trendy pieces you can shop right now and wear in no time.
12 Things You Do That Your Childless Friends Hate
Attention, fellow well-meaning moms: if you're anything like me, you've noticed that since becoming a parent, it's not always easy maintaining friendships with your nonmom pals.
Sure, we can blame our single girlfriends for always choosing a night out over being our plus-one to Saturday morning story time, and we can certainly fault our kids for putting an albeit-adorable damper on our social lives, but what if the real problem was . . . us? Because we're so engrossed in diaper duty and sleep schedules, we likely don't realize that we as parents might be doing things that drive the baby-free adults among us bonkers. So, before we get defriended on Facebook or - worse - in real life, let's take a moment to stop committing these obnoxious mommy acts.
The 25 Beauty Launches of 2016 That You Should Have in Your Stash
It can be an exhausting job to be a beauty editor. But before you scoff at us, think about all the new products you tried this year . . . and then consider the hundreds (if not thousands!) of items that you still haven't bought or tested yet. It's our responsibility to recommend our favorites to you, and to do that, we sample as many of the year's new launches as humanly possible. It's quite fun, but let us remind you that we have limited time - and sheer physical space on our bodies! - to do so.
Over the past 12 months, we've masked, painted, styled, smudged, and lacquered our way through an enormous assortment of beauty swag. We've now narrowed the selection down to these 25 products that we think are worthy of all the hype. From the much-anticipated Dyson hair dryer to lustworthy lipsticks, read on to see and shop them all.
This Viral YouTuber Just Created the Cutest Glitter Nail Polishes For the Holidays
With the emergence of glitter lips and brows, we predict 2016 will be the sparkliest holiday season yet. The easiest and least messy place to rock serious shimmer is on your nails. Sandi Crystal Ball, the vlogger behind viral YouTube nail art channel CutePolish, teamed up with NCLA to create six gorgeous holiday lacquers.
The range includes metallics and bold colors featuring subtle glimmering particles, chunky sequins, and stars. Each shade will be available for $12 each on Nov. 7 on SHOPNCLA.com.
"I'm just in love with glitter polishes!" Sandi told POPSUGAR via email. "They give such a stunning, and eye-catching manicure. These polishes are so detailed, and I could include cool shapes in the glitter. Also, glitter is so popular over the holidays, so it was a perfect choice!"
Keep reading to learn more about what inspired Sandi on each shade as well as her tips for wearing the creative colors!
9 Outfits That Never Go Out of Style
With every runway and every new trend, I'm less enthused with what's in my own closet. It's more than an occupational hazard, and a common sentiment many women share: how to make our wardrobes functional and stylish each day so that we're never the victims of "I have nothing to wear" syndrome again. The answer I'm finding isn't always in stocking your closet with new stuff but in remembering the value of great essentials - and how to work them time and time again. So I'm going back to basics with nine timeless outfits you can rework and rewear any way you like. It starts here with a few easy formulas; just add and subtract to make them your own.
Whoa! This Is How Studio Ghibli Animations Would Look in Real Life
We've all seen the incredible fictional worlds Studio Ghibli has created, but what if the characters came to life in the real world? Vimeo user KOJER, a filmmaker from Seoul, South Korea, uploaded an epic three-minute video featuring Studio Ghibli characters riding the train, going for a walk in the park, and even horseback riding in real locations. The vivid imagery combined with the classic Japanese animations is truly jaw-dropping. Watch the beautiful video and be mesmerized.
How Having a (Much) Younger Sibling Changed My Life
When we were kids, my little sister Madison and I were the M&Ms - my parents' duo of daughters. We were the only kids among friends and family since my parents got married and had the two of us before age 30. As sisters we received a lot of attention, and we liked it that way. So it was quite a surprise when my mom and dad sat us down to let us know that baby number three was on the way; I was 10 years old. To say the least, my sister and I were a little perplexed at the thought of some new baby coming to town and turning our world upside down. Little did I know that this new baby would change my life forever.
As soon as my brother Mac was born, he completely stole my heart. Even at almost 11 years old, I created a bond with this tiny little baby that most people don't get to experience until they are much older. It's been almost 12 years since Mac was born, so I've learned a few things from having a young brother. Here's my case for spread-out siblings:
- You learn about responsibility early on. Having an infant in your life means watching your parents endlessly change diapers, make bottles, and wipe spit-up. Every once in awhile, I was allowed to do those things (under parental supervision), and I learned just how important it was to take care of this little life before I even hit middle school. Needless to say, I was an excellent babysitter.
- You watch a child grow up. I remember the first time Mac crawled, walked, and said my name. I remember how excited my family was when we discovered how fast of a reader he was in kindergarten. I'll never forget telling him bedtime stories before he went to sleep at night, and I especially won't forget when he told me about his first "girlfriend" last year when he started middle school. I'm watching this kid grow up into a man - well, more like a prepubescent tween - but you get the picture. It's cool to think about the entirety of his life and how far he has come. I have been able to experience that.
- You stay in the know. Most 20-somethings don't know what the heck Minecraft is. I didn't, either, until my hip, tech-savvy brother told me about the video game. And that's not the first thing he's told me about. I work in a trend-driven editorial environment, and my brother still manages to find out things before me. Good thing he has no problem telling me that I actually don't know about anything cool at all.
- You teach your sibling life lessons. From a young age, my brother watched my sister and me overcome personal challenges, go to high school, and, worst of all, get our hearts broken. Nothing makes Mac more upset than a mean guy who hurts a girl's feelings. We joke that Mac is going to be the best husband ever when he grows up, but he really will be. Watching his sisters go through life's tribulations has taught him how he should act when he gets older.
- You create an incredible bond. I have no shame in telling people that one of my best friends is an 11-year-old boy. Now that I don't live with my family anymore, I feel this incredible guilt if I go too long without seeing my siblings. When the three of us are together, it's pretty much the best time ever. Even though Mac and I are aged so far apart, we have this assurance of trust and understanding between us. He looks up to me and knows he can tell me everything; I look to him for comic relief and a really good hug when I arrive back home.
So if that doesn't convince you that siblings with big age gaps are a good thing, I don't know what will. All I can say is that my family wouldn't be the same without Mac. In fact, our family without him is unimaginable. So thanks, Mom and Dad, for turning the M&Ms into the Three Musketeers.
The Cardio Dance Workout Celebs Love
It's time to work out, so put on your dancing shoes. This cardio dance routine lead by Simone De La Rue, the creator of Hollywood's hottest workout, Body by Simone, will get your heart rate up to burn serious calories. But trust us, you will have fun doing this workout and maybe even learn some new dance moves. Celebs like Chrissy Teigen and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley love the BBS workouts, so you know they gets results. Press play and get ready to boogie.
14 Times Amal Clooney Proved She Was the Ultimate Power Dresser
Amal Clooney's street style is always impeccable. Time after time, she puts together looks that are perfectly demure but with a twist of personality.
The human rights lawyer has been busy at work all over the world, and while she always keeps her style fairly refined - no edgy ensembles here - each of these 14 outfits offers some major inspiration in the art of power dressing. Whether she's in a pink skirt-and-jacket set or an elegant red Dolce & Gabbana dress, Amal is proving that workwear can be simple yet still wow-worthy. Read on to see exactly why she's got the best boss-lady style.
The Cardio Dance Workout Celebs Love
It's time to work out, so put on your dancing shoes. This cardio dance routine lead by Simone De La Rue, the creator of Hollywood's hottest workout, Body by Simone, will get your heart rate up to burn serious calories. But trust us, you will have fun doing this workout and maybe even learn some new dance moves. Celebs like Chrissy Teigen and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley love the BBS workouts, so you know they gets results. Press play and get ready to boogie.
13 Workouts Gisele Bündchen Uses to Keep Her Fit Victoria's Secret Angel Body
Gisele Bündchen might have retired from the runway, but the Brazilian model has kept all the healthy habits that got her that enviable Victoria's Secret Angel body.
From the look of her Instagram feed, the Chanel beauty spokesperson, who recently revealed in a New York Times interview that photographers and designers were skeptical she could make it in the fashion industry, prefers outdoor activities that barely feel like working out, often recruiting partners (fitness instructors and her kids) to make the whole thing even more fun. Keep reading to see how Gisele stays fit and to feel inspired to add a little variety to your usual routine.
Maximize Your Beauty Sleep With These 19 Overnight Hacks
After a long, stressful day, we just want to tuck ourselves into bed and start counting sheep. But as the beauty girl in our group of friends, we have a certain level of grooming maintenance we must adhere to. Even our significant other would be concerned if we went a few days without a manicure (sound familiar?). While there is merit to staying up late to practice those superlong Korean skin care rituals, it's sometimes relieving to try a lazy-girl hack before bed so that you wake up looking gorgeous. After lots of trial and error, we've found the best ways to maximize beauty sleep - just keep reading and try them tonight!
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.
3 Ways the "Magical Fruit" Can Help You Lose Weight
Beans may be known mostly for their unpleasant odiferous side effect when eaten, but beans are actually nutritious little gems. If you follow these tips, you can eat beans without the bloat, which means you can reap these weight-loss benefits. Here are three reasons to plate-up with beans.
Hello, Fiber!
While the fiber content of beans helps keep things moving, it also gives you that "I'm full" feeling. Satiating your hunger is the key to preventing overeating and consuming too many calories for the day. But you don't just need to eat a plate of plain beans; in fact, you can add beans to smoothies - you won't be able to taste them at all. Or throw them in your scrambled eggs, add them to soups, pasta dishes, or as a topping on homemade pizza.
Protein Punch
Beans aren't just for vegetarians. Omnivores can soak up bean protein as well. High-protein beans help keep energy and blood-sugar levels stable, which helps prevent cravings for sugary pick-me-ups that tend to be high in calories and void of nutrition. Since a couple hours between meals tends to be common crash times, including beans for breakfast and lunch will keep you peppy until your next meal. Whip up a sweet potato, chickpea, and quinoa veggie burger, a plate of polenta with beans, or a satisfying bowl of slow cooker chickpea coconut curry.
Smart Snacking
When trying to beat the scale, you need to make sure that you're eating quality foods low in calories and high in nutrition. Beans make perfect snacks too, so look beyond the typical carrot sticks and hummus pick-me-up and try pairing your fruit with this chocolate hummus. You can snack on honey-roasted cinnamon chickpeas, veggies with creamy white-bean dip, or these delicious edamame pear crostinis. You can also enjoy a low-cal dessert with fortified with beans, like these peanut butter oatmeal raisin cookies or black bean brownies.
3 Ways the "Magical Fruit" Can Help You Lose Weight
Beans may be known mostly for their unpleasant odiferous side effect when eaten, but beans are actually nutritious little gems. If you follow these tips, you can eat beans without the bloat, which means you can reap these weight-loss benefits. Here are three reasons to plate-up with beans.
Hello, Fiber!
While the fiber content of beans helps keep things moving, it also gives you that "I'm full" feeling. Satiating your hunger is the key to preventing overeating and consuming too many calories for the day. But you don't just need to eat a plate of plain beans; in fact, you can add beans to smoothies - you won't be able to taste them at all. Or throw them in your scrambled eggs, add them to soups, pasta dishes, or as a topping on homemade pizza.
Protein Punch
Beans aren't just for vegetarians. Omnivores can soak up bean protein as well. High-protein beans help keep energy and blood-sugar levels stable, which helps prevent cravings for sugary pick-me-ups that tend to be high in calories and void of nutrition. Since a couple hours between meals tends to be common crash times, including beans for breakfast and lunch will keep you peppy until your next meal. Whip up a sweet potato, chickpea, and quinoa veggie burger, a plate of polenta with beans, or a satisfying bowl of slow cooker chickpea coconut curry.
Smart Snacking
When trying to beat the scale, you need to make sure that you're eating quality foods low in calories and high in nutrition. Beans make perfect snacks too, so look beyond the typical carrot sticks and hummus pick-me-up and try pairing your fruit with this chocolate hummus. You can snack on honey-roasted cinnamon chickpeas, veggies with creamy white-bean dip, or these delicious edamame pear crostinis. You can also enjoy a low-cal dessert with fortified with beans, like these peanut butter oatmeal raisin cookies or black bean brownies.
This Man Hacked Alexa Into a Wall-Mounted Singing Fish - the End is Near
Well, it looks like the world won't be taken over by robots, but by Alexa-voiced singing fish. Confused? Yeah, us too. The Facebook video that is causing us to fear for our future - and has nearly 1 million views so far - was posted by Brian Kane, a man who managed to hack Amazon Echo's Alexa into a singing wall-mounted fish. Watching Alexa answer the question, "What's the weather?" through Big Mouth Billy Bass is both hilarious and frightening. We, too, have a lot of questions. For instance, why?
This 20th Century Fox Flute Meme Costume Is the Internet's Dream Come True
Turning epic soundtracks into perfectly awful re-creations is an art that the internet has perfected over the course of the past decade, resulting in several hilarious viral videos and a new genre of memes. The most iconic of this internet movement is the "20th Century Fox Bad Flute" video, which is widely beloved on YouTube and Reddit. We never expected somebody to turn this viral video into their Halloween costume, but one Redditor made it his mission to capture everything that makes the meme so great into one wearable getup . . . with musical accompaniment, of course!
According to the costume creator himself, the best part about the costume is that it becomes more successful when it looks and sounds bad, so he didn't have to try very hard.
Genius! Which viral video do you want to see as a costume next?
Straight From the North Pole: 66 Places to Put Your Elf on the Shelf
Kids are crazy for Elf on the Shelf, but for parents it can be equal parts fun and formidable. Who hasn't spaced out about moving the elf one night only to be met with questions from prying tots in the morning? (One mom recently confessed that she told her kids they were too naughty that day for their elf to make the trip back to the North Pole.)
Even if you do remember, in the middle of such a hectic time, it can be almost impossible to think of a new creative spot to put the lil watcher every single night! But help is here: let these 66 pics we found around the web inspire where your elf will wake up tomorrow morning! Have a great idea you'd like to add? Tag #popsugarmoms on Instagram, and we'll check it out!
Dinner Will Never Be Boring or Tedious With These 25 1-Pot Latin Recipes
Sometimes you get home after a long day at work and the idea of cooking a complicated meal, dirtying up several dishes and pots, and spending hours chopping and mixing is just way too much. That's when these one-pot recipes will be your saviors. They are all definitely delicious and packed with flavor, but luckily they don't require too much effort or time. Look ahead to find your menu!
These Superhero Stilettos Turn Into Flats
German company Mime et Moi just may have solved the age-old heels vs. flats debate with these stilettos that turn into sandals.
samedi 5 novembre 2016
25 Celebrities Who've Opened Up About Their Struggles With Infertility
Many women endure a difficult journey on the road to parenthood. Even though as many as 25 percent of pregnancies end in miscarriage and a record number of couples are turning to IVF, there are still countless moms-to-be who are suffering in silence. From fertility treatments and surrogates to adoptions, these 25 celebrities have gotten candid about their own experiences with infertility in hopes of letting others know that they are not alone.
Celebrate the End of Daylight Saving Time With an Hour-Long Workout
Get ready to fall back and gain an hour this Sunday - it's much better than springing forward and losing an hour, don't you think? This year when you turn your clocks back, make the most of it - don't just go about your day as usual. Wake up in the morning when you normally would, and spend your freebie hour working out. Gone is your excuse about not having enough time to exercise. Check out how many calories you'll burn sweating it out for an hour!
| Exercise | Calories Burned |
|---|---|
| Cardio kickboxing class | 597 |
| Cycling at a moderate pace (14 to 15.9 mph) | 540 |
| Elliptical | 435 |
| Hiking | 387 |
| Raking leaves | 216 |
| Pilates | 144 |
| Running at a 10-minute-per-mile pace (6 mph) | 540 |
| Running at a 9-minute-per-mile pace (6.7 mph) | 600 |
| Soccer | 378 |
| Indoor cycling class | 413 |
| Swimming | 594 |
| Walking at a 15-minute-per-mile pace (4 mph) | 243 |
| Yoga class (fast-paced) | 269 |
*All calculations are based on a 130-pound woman.
This Is Already Turning Out to Be Selena Gomez's Sexiest Year Yet
She might be taking a break right now - we're rooting for you, girl! - but Selena Gomez's year was already her hottest yet. The singer and actress toured the world this Summer, and while she was at it, she had even more fun than she did in 2015, wearing skimpy outfits on vacation (and sharing pictures on Instagram), flirty dresses on the red carpet, and even posing topless for GQ's May 2016 issue. From the look of these pictures, Selena's 2016 has been her sexiest year yet. See her hottest moments so far, and then check out her best Instagram photos of all time.
Celebrate the End of Daylight Saving Time With an Hour-Long Workout
Get ready to fall back and gain an hour this Sunday - it's much better than springing forward and losing an hour, don't you think? This year when you turn your clocks back, make the most of it - don't just go about your day as usual. Wake up in the morning when you normally would, and spend your freebie hour working out. Gone is your excuse about not having enough time to exercise. Check out how many calories you'll burn sweating it out for an hour!
| Exercise | Calories Burned |
|---|---|
| Cardio kickboxing class | 597 |
| Cycling at a moderate pace (14 to 15.9 mph) | 540 |
| Elliptical | 435 |
| Hiking | 387 |
| Raking leaves | 216 |
| Pilates | 144 |
| Running at a 10-minute-per-mile pace (6 mph) | 540 |
| Running at a 9-minute-per-mile pace (6.7 mph) | 600 |
| Soccer | 378 |
| Indoor cycling class | 413 |
| Swimming | 594 |
| Walking at a 15-minute-per-mile pace (4 mph) | 243 |
| Yoga class (fast-paced) | 269 |
*All calculations are based on a 130-pound woman.
The Viral Story of an Abandoned Dog Found in a Garbage Bag Will Make Your Heart Cry
Malissa Sergent Lewis was driving through her hometown of Harlan, KY when she noticed a black garbage bag moving along the side of the road. Curious, Lewis went to inspect the bag only to find an abandoned puppy inside of it. Though the puppy had a collar, it didn't have a tag.
In an interview with The Dodo, Lewis explained the unexpected and horrifying discovery. "I could hardly wrap my mind around that," she said. "Something was alive in that bag, and I just knew I had to get whatever it was out." As one might imagine, the dog was relieved to be found. "As soon as I opened it up, and he saw light, he just started wagging his tail. He knew he was OK," she said.
Lewis has yet to figure out the circumstances surrounding the dog's abandonment, but investigators are reportedly looking into it. Lewis did share the miraculous story on Facebook in a series of videos that have gone viral with close to 20,000 shares. Accompanying the videos is a caption that states, "If this is your puppy, let me know. If you are the scoundrel who put it in a garbage bag and tossed it on the side of the road . . . you're a sicko."
Lewis is currently trying to find a permanent home for the dog, but she will continue to foster it until that happens. Perhaps one of those 20,0000 viewers might be interested?
22 Desserts That Belong in Mason Jars and Under a Christmas Tree
When you have more than a few people on your holiday shopping list, you need a better solution than hitting the mall hard and filling cart after cart with stocking stuffers. How about a few homemade treats, beautifully placed inside mason jars decorated with ribbons and tags?
These delicious Latin baked goods show that you put effort and thought into crafting a present, but save you more than a few bucks - shh, no one has to know! Keep reading for the perfect recipes to give your neighbor, fitness instructor, favorite barista, and even your co-workers, then check out 100-plus gift ideas for everyone else on your list.
Learn How Lauren's HIIT Schedule Helped Her Go From a Size 14 to a 4
Our next Before & After success story, Lauren, turned years of yo-yo dieting into a lifestyle that works. "I have struggled with my weight my whole life," she says on her blog, My Best Badi. "By the time I reached high school I was 6 feet tall and over 220 pounds. . . . For the next eight years I tried every diet and diet food out. I lost 40 lbs, gained 15 back. I lost 55 pounds, gained 25 back. It was a vicious cycle and ended up with me being back at 204 pounds on the eve of 2012. I was in bed, sick, and depressed." One New Year's resolution and a lot of determination later, Lauren is a healthy living role model. Check out her inspiring story below!
Lauren: Before
POPSUGAR: What made you decide to start?
Lauren Rabadi: I hated the yo-yo dieting. I would go up and down in weight frequently and I knew it couldn't be healthy. So on New Year's Day 2012 I gave myself a goal to be lean and fit and healthy by July. And I did accomplish the goal by educating myself on proper nutrition, realizing that weights were not the enemy, and keeping consistent!
PS: What's your favorite way to work out?
LR: I love Spin class. It is great for high-energy, calorie-torching sessions.
PS: What's your weekly exercise schedule?
LR: I try to work out four to five times a week; I split up my week with two or three HIIT cardio sessions and three to four weight/resistance training [sessions].
Lauren: Before
PS: How do you keep workouts exciting?
LR: Always change it up! I am a very active Pinterest user and like to pin different workouts to try every week. I also like trying out bodyweight exercises before hopping in the shower first thing in the morning; definitely makes you feel accomplished and more awake!
PS: How much weight have you lost?
LR: Sixty-five pounds and have kept it off for two years!
Lauren: After
Lauren after (left)
PS: What was the first big difference, other than the number on the scale, that really made you feel proud and excited?
LR: The first time I saw muscle definition in my legs and stomach (my biggest trouble zones) was amazing. I was so happy and proud that I took calf selfies.
PS: How do you track your weight loss?
LR: I used to track it by weighing in, but that eventually became tiring and frustrating. Now I just tell by how my clothes fit and taking progress pictures.
PS: What's a typical day of meals and snacks?
LR: I prefer making my meals and snacks instead of purchasing. My day starts with black coffee and a mix of berries, yogurt, and oats. Lunch is usually a salad or wrap with a protein and tons of veggies. Dinner, which I usually eat later in the evening because of my schedule, is a lean protein with veggies and a carb (either a sweet potato, quinoa, rice, etc.). My snacks are whenever needed and consist of fruit, protein shakes, or homemade energy bites.
PS: What's the range of calories you eat per day?
LR: I don't count them, but I believe they are usually around 1,500 to 2,000 calories depending on how hungry I am or how hard my workouts are.
PS: What are the healthy staples that are always in your fridge?
LR: Almond milk, oats, chia seeds, chicken, Ezekiel bread, protein powder, and eggs. They are all so versatile and can be used for meals, snacks, and shakes.
Lauren: After
Lauren after (middle)
PS: How do you strategize for meals out?
LR: I usually check out the menu online to see what options are there. I go for items with the keywords like baked, grilled, or steamed. Another trick is if you want something a bit heavier like pasta, ask for a half order or just for half your order to come out to the table. Usually restaurants will have no problem accommodating easy special requests.
PS: What advice do you have for anyone starting out on a weight-loss journey?
LR: Set manageable goals for yourself and no matter what, don't give up. I was definitely in the mind-set early on that if I didn't lose 10 pounds in a month or if I wasn't dropping dress sizes every week that what I was doing wasn't working and I would give up and have to start all over again. It takes time and patience, and even if you don't see immediate results, eating healthy and exercising is working; just stick around long enough to start seeing the results!
We Tried the No-Bleach Hair Color Instagram Can't Stop Talking About
Splat Midnight hair color recently took Instagram by storm, namely because it promises to give brunettes rainbow hues without a drop of bleach. We've seen the photos of dark-haired beauties sporting flashes of purple, indigo, and ruby red, so we had to see if this hair color delivers in IRL. Watch the video above for the results on our model, Amber, and sound off in the comments: would you try Splat Midnight at home?
Learn How Lauren's HIIT Schedule Helped Her Go From a Size 14 to a 4
Our next Before & After success story, Lauren, turned years of yo-yo dieting into a lifestyle that works. "I have struggled with my weight my whole life," she says on her blog, My Best Badi. "By the time I reached high school I was 6 feet tall and over 220 pounds. . . . For the next eight years I tried every diet and diet food out. I lost 40 lbs, gained 15 back. I lost 55 pounds, gained 25 back. It was a vicious cycle and ended up with me being back at 204 pounds on the eve of 2012. I was in bed, sick, and depressed." One New Year's resolution and a lot of determination later, Lauren is a healthy living role model. Check out her inspiring story below!
Lauren: Before
POPSUGAR: What made you decide to start?
Lauren Rabadi: I hated the yo-yo dieting. I would go up and down in weight frequently and I knew it couldn't be healthy. So on New Year's Day 2012 I gave myself a goal to be lean and fit and healthy by July. And I did accomplish the goal by educating myself on proper nutrition, realizing that weights were not the enemy, and keeping consistent!
PS: What's your favorite way to work out?
LR: I love Spin class. It is great for high-energy, calorie-torching sessions.
PS: What's your weekly exercise schedule?
LR: I try to work out four to five times a week; I split up my week with two or three HIIT cardio sessions and three to four weight/resistance training [sessions].
Lauren: Before
PS: How do you keep workouts exciting?
LR: Always change it up! I am a very active Pinterest user and like to pin different workouts to try every week. I also like trying out bodyweight exercises before hopping in the shower first thing in the morning; definitely makes you feel accomplished and more awake!
PS: How much weight have you lost?
LR: Sixty-five pounds and have kept it off for two years!
Lauren: After
Lauren after (left)
PS: What was the first big difference, other than the number on the scale, that really made you feel proud and excited?
LR: The first time I saw muscle definition in my legs and stomach (my biggest trouble zones) was amazing. I was so happy and proud that I took calf selfies.
PS: How do you track your weight loss?
LR: I used to track it by weighing in, but that eventually became tiring and frustrating. Now I just tell by how my clothes fit and taking progress pictures.
PS: What's a typical day of meals and snacks?
LR: I prefer making my meals and snacks instead of purchasing. My day starts with black coffee and a mix of berries, yogurt, and oats. Lunch is usually a salad or wrap with a protein and tons of veggies. Dinner, which I usually eat later in the evening because of my schedule, is a lean protein with veggies and a carb (either a sweet potato, quinoa, rice, etc.). My snacks are whenever needed and consist of fruit, protein shakes, or homemade energy bites.
PS: What's the range of calories you eat per day?
LR: I don't count them, but I believe they are usually around 1,500 to 2,000 calories depending on how hungry I am or how hard my workouts are.
PS: What are the healthy staples that are always in your fridge?
LR: Almond milk, oats, chia seeds, chicken, Ezekiel bread, protein powder, and eggs. They are all so versatile and can be used for meals, snacks, and shakes.
Lauren: After
Lauren after (middle)
PS: How do you strategize for meals out?
LR: I usually check out the menu online to see what options are there. I go for items with the keywords like baked, grilled, or steamed. Another trick is if you want something a bit heavier like pasta, ask for a half order or just for half your order to come out to the table. Usually restaurants will have no problem accommodating easy special requests.
PS: What advice do you have for anyone starting out on a weight-loss journey?
LR: Set manageable goals for yourself and no matter what, don't give up. I was definitely in the mind-set early on that if I didn't lose 10 pounds in a month or if I wasn't dropping dress sizes every week that what I was doing wasn't working and I would give up and have to start all over again. It takes time and patience, and even if you don't see immediate results, eating healthy and exercising is working; just stick around long enough to start seeing the results!
J.K. Rowling Spotlights Some of the Best Harry Potter Halloween Costumes of 2016
What happens when J.K. Rowling gets stuck at an airport on Halloween morning? She retweets some of her favorite Harry Potter Halloween costumes, of course! Keep reading to see which Potterhead costumes got a moment in the spotlight via the beloved wizard creator herself.
13 Things You Should Stop Saying to Your Kids Now
Sticks and stones may break kids' bones, put a parent's words can truly hurt them. In moments of anger and frustration, we tend to say things to or around our children without thinking of the consequences. There are some, like our favorite four-letter word, that evoke laughter from kids. And there are other, less humorous phrases that can make kids cry, lower their self-esteem, and potentially ruin their relationship with a parent. Though it may take some extra effort, here are a few phrases you should stop saying to your children (along with some compelling reasons why) immediately.
The 18 Most Stunning Pieces of Jewelry Kate Middleton Has Received From the Royal Family
Sapphires and diamonds and pearls, oh my! From brand-new bling to centuries-old diamonds, in her first five years of marriage, the Duchess of Cambridge has already worn some impressive pieces of jewelry. Her new family has helped her build her very own collection of sparklers, but when it comes to really putting on the glitz, nothing beats having access to her grandmother-in-law's incredible and iconic collection.
We took a look at the top 18 pieces of jewelry Kate has received or borrowed from the royal family - so far.
Camila Alves's Street Style Is Always Amped Up by 1 Underrated Thing
When she's not running her successful lifestyle website, promoting her new organic food company, or hanging out with her adorable family (hot husband Matthew McConaughey included), Camila Alves is showing off her inspirational and low-key street style.
The Brazilian beauty doesn't shy away from comfy-casual outfits but always makes sure to include her style signature: a statement piece. Whether it's a gorgeous handbag or an edgy pair of kitten heels, you're guaranteed to lust after something she's wearing. Don't believe us? Read on for a look at all of her best on-the-go moments so far this year.
100 Recipes That Will Spice Up Your Holiday Spread
Whether most of your family was born in the US and chooses to celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas the traditional American way, or you immigrated to the country later on, you probably like to include a few Latin touches to your meal. This list of 100 recipes will make planning your menu way easier.
From main dishes that mix both the hearty aspect of the holiday months with the spicy, well-seasoned flair of our cuisines (like chimichurri roasted chicken) to straight-up staples at every celebratory dinner (arroz con leche), our list provides endless inspiration. Keep scrolling to find the recipes!
The Benefits of a Mason Jar Baby Bottle Will Honestly Shock You
To say that mason jars, once used solely by farmers and home canners, are everywhere would be a gross understatement. Thanks to Pinterest, they're now ubiquitous at weddings (particularly those located inside a barn), restaurants, and high-end home goods stores. Walk into any hipster's house, and you're sure to see one being used as a terrarium.
Despite their overwhelming reach, we just never expected they'd also find a much smaller demographic: babies.
Laura and Sebastian Belmar, parents who sought a nonplastic alternative to baby bottles but found safer glass ones to be prohibitively expensive, decided to create a prototype of a nontoxic baby bottle using a mason jar.
But before you assume that this is just another gimmick to steal money away from DIY-loving hipsters, the Mason Bottle - which won't go into production until the couple's Kickstarter campaign raises $25,000 - really does serve many surprising time-saving (and cost-effective!) purposes for new parents.
- The wide mouth of mason jars makes them easy to clean, without the need for special bottle brushes or pipe cleaners.
- Because mason jars are temperature-resistant, extra breast milk can be stored in the same bottle you used to serve the baby - in both the fridge and freezer.
- Breastfeeding parents won't have to deal with plastic milk storage bags that are messy, prone to leaking, and single use.
- The width of the jars makes them a natural fit for a baby's hands.
- Parents who already own mason jars - which happen to come in the standard four-ounce and eight-ounce bottle sizes - only need to purchase the nipples!
- The nipple can invert into the jar for easy storage and sterile transport so that you don't even need a cap, which makes the bottle completely plastic-free.
- When the jars are done serving as baby bottles, they can be repurposed into containers for baby food or as sippy cups.
Or, of course, for your holiday centerpiece, or to make candleholders, or as a cocktail shaker, or to mix salads, or for . . .
Discover These Modest Styling Hacks Just in Time For All Those Family Dinners
Maybe it's your religion that requires you to cover up. Maybe it's your job. Or maybe, just maybe, you simply do it for personal preference. Whatever the reason, your style can be described as "modest," and just like the rest of the world, you experience your fair share of fashion dilemmas. That's why we rounded up the outfits ahead - ones that include structured, high-neck, and layered pieces - and also offer hacks that could inspire your next stellar look. Scroll through to take 'em all in, just in time for all those holiday dinners. Then, check out the brides who went modest on their wedding day.
One Awesome Dad Just Won Halloween With This Amazing Lego Costume For His Son
Spent 2 months making Lego Spiderman, my son won first place at his contest from pics
One dad wanted to make sure his kid stood out this Halloween. The proud father, Reddit user fivetreoh, says he created this epic Lego costume to do the trick. He spent two months working on the costume, which landed his son first place in a costume contest along with a $25 gift card.
If you're wondering how he was able to pull off the realistic look, the awesome dad reveals that it took a lot of strategic planning. The lightweight costume was made out of one-inch styrofoam, and for the eyes, he cut out the shape and then replaced the open space with a white screen for his son to see out of.
"Everything blue is paint and the red on the helmet is paint," he revealed, adding, "the front of the costume is actually a vinyl decal, not paint." This guy deserves to win a dad of the year contest for his creativity and efforts put into this amazing costume!
13 Photos That Prove Malia Obama Is Slowly Morphing Into Michelle
It's a scary moment when you look down at your outfit only to realize, wait - wait a minute - you're dressed just like your mom. But if said mom happens to be Michelle Obama, FLOTUS and fashion icon to women everywhere, it's not such a raw deal. In fact, that's something her daughter Malia should truly take as a compliment, as comparisons between the two ladies begin to flood the Internet.
And after browsing through pics of the 17-year-old ourselves, it's increasingly obvious: Michelle's chic and ladylike fashion sense has definitely rubbed off on the eldest Obama child. Take a look at how many times Malia proved she got it from her mama, and hope that these two start sharing clothes sometime in the near future.
15 Simple Things Stylish Women Do Every Day
Contrary to popular belief, really chic women aren't superhuman - they're just well-prepared. If you don't see them running around with week-old coffee stains on their blouses or hobbling in painful heels, it's not because those things just don't happen to them. It's because they know how to deal.
In fact, they're dealing on a daily basis. Truth is, the fashionable friends you envy have some very helpful habits that make looking polished, confident, and cool a daily reality. It's not about a total wardrobe overhaul or dropping tons of cash on the season's biggest trends. Real style starts at home the moment you wake up. We've done the research - all you have to do is read on for the takeaways you can start practicing right now.
25+ Paw-sitively Perfect Gifts For Your Dog-Loving Friends
If you've got a true dog-lover in your life, we've got the ultimate gift guide to help you shop for them this holiday season. Our furry friends are our trusty companions, and all these gifts provide a great way to show the world just how much we love them. Scroll through to get started on your shopping!
Why These Parents Posted a Horrifying Video of Their Child Being Silently Strangled
Ten years after accidentally capturing their child's near-death experience on a family video, Nicky and Nate Walla are hoping that their son's horrifying experience can save the lives of others.
Gavin Walla was just 7 years old when his mom was filming his twin brothers playing in their stroller at their home in Wisconsin. As she was recording, she turned around to grab the phone, and when she turned back around, Nicky found an unimaginable sight: Gavin hanging motionlessly with their blinds' pull cord wrapped around his neck.
The disturbing video captures Nicky's screams as she drops the camera and calls 911 as Gavin's father resuscitates his son. While Gavin and his family consider themselves the lucky ones - and industry standards have changed to ensure that no cord is longer than 7.25 inches, which is too short to strangle a child - the Walla family still wants parents to be aware of the "silent killer" that could be in their home.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, over 100 children have died in window-blinds-cord accidents since Gavin's chilling experience. "I'm glad it's out there," Gavin, now 17, said. "It saved the lives of other children that have been fortunate enough to have parents who have seen the video."
45 Reasons Michelle Obama Will Always Be Our Style Icon
Being the first lady is by no means an easy job, but Michelle Obama always manages to do it in style. Whether she's stepping out on the red carpet at a formal function or she's just headed out for a walk with Barack, we've come to love how she always manages to give an elegant look her own surprising spin.
With some heavy-hitting designers in her corner (hello, Jason Wu, Ralph Lauren, and Tom Ford!), we've come to expect not just a great outfit but a bona fide style moment whenever she steps out of the White House. And while we may not have the occasion (or income) to copy every one of her iconic looks, there is still plenty to learn from her flawless FLOTUS style.
Holiday Shopping Starts Now - Amazon Already Launched Black Friday Deals
Black Friday shopping starts today, thanks to Amazon launching its Black Friday Deals Store. The company announced that it will start deals on Nov. 1 and end on Dec. 22.
The Black Friday Deals Store will include daily deals, sales, and upcoming deals. The company will also celebrate Black Friday by including specific deals and sales every day that week. Cyber Monday will also include a whole week of deals. Basically, if you want to score savings on your holiday shopping, check out Amazon starting now until Dec. 22.
Amazon Prime members will get exclusive Alexa deals via their Amazon Echo, Echo Dot, Amazon Tap, Amazon Fire TV, and Fire tablet. Prime members will also receive 20 percent off any order of preorder or newly released games.
If you download the Amazon shopping app, you can expect to see three new features. The first is "Package X-Ray," which will ruin any Christmas surprise. Use the app to scan the barcode on an Amazon package and you'll find out what's in the box. The other features include using your camera to search for anything you like on Amazon and "flinging" items into your wish list or comparing two different ones.
And if you need any help figuring out what to get your family and friends, Amazon has a number of curated gift guides ready for you to peruse.
Either this is great news for everyone to save and budget earlier for their gift shopping, or Amazon just made Black Friday lose all of its meaning.
You Won't Fully Appreciate the Beauty of This Model's Wedding Gown Till You See It From Behind
There are plenty of things to take into account when choosing a wedding dress: fit, silhouette, whether you'd like it to be simple or statement-making, etc. For her big day, model Sun Wei likely looked for something that would wow from all angles, so she turned to Galia Lahav, a fashion house known for dresses with long, poufy trains - aka something fit for a princess or even a Barbie. As she said "I do" to Satoru Mizuno at the Aoyama St. Grace Cathedral in Tokyo, Japan, Sun had her back to the crowd, thus creating a view that took our breath away. Scroll through to see her flawless look in full, since the front's pretty spectacular as well. Then, see which trends will be big for brides in Fall 2017.
These Zucchini Lasagna Rolls Are Only 150 Calories Per Serving
Sometimes you crave lasagna and you eat it. No problem. Sometimes you crave lasagna, but you don't want the heavy feeling from carb overload, and that's when these little zucchini rolls come into play. They are easy to make and tasty to eat. Watch this video and learn how quickly this simple dish comes together.
These Zucchini Lasagna Rolls Are Only 150 Calories Per Serving
Sometimes you crave lasagna and you eat it. No problem. Sometimes you crave lasagna, but you don't want the heavy feeling from carb overload, and that's when these little zucchini rolls come into play. They are easy to make and tasty to eat. Watch this video and learn how quickly this simple dish comes together.
9 Easy Outfits Every Stylish Woman Has on Hand
Trends are fun, but they only get you so far; try stocking your closet full of fringed skirts and crop tops and see what you're left with for workdays. That's why we're pretty sure if you peeked into the closets of the most stylish women, you wouldn't find wall-to-wall statement pieces, but rather a collection of classics that work seamlessly from one occasion to the next.
Take it one step further, and you'd likely find that women like this have go-to outfits for just about everything. Sure, they may switch up the accessories and the footwear with each wear, but the bare bones remain the same, making getting dressed easy and foolproof every time. Sound like a sweet solution to sitting in your closet wondering, "what on earth do I wear?" Read on for the rundown: nine easy outfits to have on hand at all times.
This Boy's Innocently Sarcastic Homework Answer Will Crack You Up
When we were in school, one plus one equaled two, and you didn't need to explain how you figured it out. That being said, you may have noticed that it's getting harder and harder for children to complete their homework assignments - and for their parents to help them - because many of the curriculum standards in schools these days are, well, kind of bananas.
One young boy has had enough and is rebelling against the times with his latest homework assignment, in which he was asked to "show his thinking" to explain how he got an answer - the correct answer - to a math question. Rather than write out the math that he was clearly able to do in his head, he draws a sarcastic - though likely innocent - picture of himself scratching his head, with a thought bubble containing the answer.
I mean, technically he's not wrong . . .
A Husband Made a Lego Dress Out of 12,000 Pieces, and the Result Is NUTS
If you think you've seen the biggest Lego fan ever, think again. A very talented husband and devotee of Legos made a dress and purse out of a whopping 12,000 pieces.
The mastermind behind the two creations is Brian D'Agostine, also knows as Dag's Bricks in the Lego community. He created the "Little Black Dress" for Bricks Cascade, a yearly Lego convention and exposition. At this event, adult fans of Legos (AFoL) came together to show their own creations as well as build fun, unique Lego objects. For D'Agostine, it meant using 12,000 pieces to make an epic two-part dress.
As D'Agostine strolled around the event with his wife, they were constantly asked if it was actually Legos - and if it was comfortable (the verdict is that it's "relatively" comfortable). Their most popular fans were teen girls, older women, and a few men who were extremely courteous. "Many of the guys were reasonable enough to ask first before snapping photos or feeling the dress," D'Agostine said. To top it all, D'Agostine made a Lego bow tie, belt, and glasses to match.
For now, the two don't have any plans to show off the dress nationally. It might appear in a local shop and Lego store, but no other requests have been made. Check out the photos of the dress and bow tie ensemble - they'll astound you.
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