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.
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How to Bounce Back From a Holiday Food Hangover
When there's such a delicious (and elaborate) meal on the table, it's easy to go overboard during the holidays. Whether it's a salt binge, too many sweets, or a combination of the two, don't resign yourself to feeling uncomfortable all day long. These tips will help you feel better sooner.
Start chugging (water, that is): Be sure to hydrate before bed and have a full cup of water ready to drink as soon as you wake up. Former Canyon Ranch director and group fitness expert Aimee Nicotera also recommends drinking two to three liters of water throughout the day. It may feel counterintuitive to drink a lot of anything when you're feeling full, but you'll start feeling better immediately.
Freshen up: Aimee suggests starting out the morning with a hot shower, so there's no time to sit around and succumb to that "blah state." Taking the initiative ASAP will make everything else feel easier. Once you're all cleaned up, don't just reach for any old outfit; choose clothing that makes you feel confident and comfortable. "Feeling better mentally is an important part of feeling better physically," says Aimee.
Fill up with morning fiber: One of the worst things you can do after overindulging is skip out on breakfast the next day and mess with your metabolism. Instead, enjoy a filling breakfast like a cup of oatmeal or bowl of high-fiber cereal. A breakfast that's full of fiber will support healthy digestion and keep your stomach satisfied throughout the morning. This way, you won't be ravenous for a huge lunch or snack on whatever's in sight and stay stuck in the cycle.
Stretch and twist: According to yoga teacher Tara Stiles, it's plain and simple: "Twists just get things moving." After a big meal, get things moving with a fire-building yoga sequence full of twists that support digestion and release toxins. If you don't have time for a full sequence, take two minutes to move through a handful of yoga poses for digestion - especially that Reclining Twist!
Get in some cardio: Even if you're feeling bloated and sluggish, hitting up a quality cardio session to sweat things out is one of your best defenses against the dreaded food hangover. Whether you head to your favorite cardio class or spend 30 minutes on the treadmill, you'll feel 10 times better after a little exercise.
Keep your meals clean: You don't have to go overboard with a liquid diet or crazy detox, but do your best to eat clean all day long. Reach for balanced, light meals full of fresh seasonal produce and whole grains. Steer clear of processed foods and too much sugar or salt - your body will thank you later.
Let it be: After you've had a fun night out, don't be unkind to yourself. There's no reason you shouldn't be able to enjoy a festive meal freely, so don't allow negative self-talk to take over. The best thing you can do is move forward with a positive attitude and happy memories of your fun.
46 Times Selena Gomez Was Super Sexy and She Knew It
Remember when Selena Gomez was the star of a Disney show? We don't either. The singer and actress has left behind (way, way behind) those days when sweet outfits and smiley photos were her thing and moved on to hot bikini pictures and revealing selfies.
Her Instagram feed - she's officially the most followed person on the social media platform - is full of photos where she demonstrates she has mastered the mysterious and sensual kissy face, the sultry eye look, and the "hair in front of face" sexy stare. Keep scrolling to see her hottest Instagram shots, and then take a look at her leggiest outfits.
Before Tackling Your 2017 Fitness Resolution, You Should Steal These 14 Workout Outfits From Adriana Lima
You might be dreading that workout resolution you've decided to take on in 2017, but here's the great thing about that goal: while reaching your fit milestones may take time, you're only one purchase away from dressing like Adriana Lima, ab master, during your new workout routine. A great outfit is serious motivation to hit the gym, believe us!
As a top model whose job involves walking the runway in small lingerie for Victoria's Secret, Adriana works on her body consistently (she loves to box!), but it's all about being healthy and strong for her, which is why she should be your fitness role model. Grab inspiration from her latest workout outfits for your next spin class or weight session.
The Walking Dead: Yep, We're Already Starting to Get Details About Season 8
The seventh season of The Walking Dead isn't even halfway over yet, but we've already received some exciting news. The show has officially been renewed for season eight. This means we've got plenty of apocalyptic zombie horror to look forward to, all the way through mid-2018. So, if you're feeling bored by the single storyline pacing of the last few episodes, or find yourself looking far, far ahead to a time when Glenn's tragic, graphic death is a distant memory, season eight is the place to go. Let's go over what we know so far.
The Season Will Kick Off With the Show's 100th Episode
Typically, it's a huge deal when any TV show hits this triple-digit benchmark. It must be especially true for TWD, seeing as pretty much every season has been only 16 episodes in length. Considering this accomplishment is also a season premiere, chances are the show could pull out all the stops in a way they might never have before.
Yep, Negan Will Still Be Around
During an interview with Howard Stern, actor and Negan portrayer Jeffrey Dean Morgan confirmed that Negan will still be a big deal, even after season seven concludes. "I know I will be on board for season eight," Morgan said. "We've finished [season seven] a week ago. The next two, I'm really big in. I'm f*cking heavy in those." It makes sense, really. Especially if you know what happens to Negan in the comic books.
We Can Venture a Guess at What Might Happen
Based on the pacing of season seven so far, there's a very strong possibility that the huge war against the Saviors could happen in the second half of season seven. So, what sorts of dangers are lurking on the horizon? In the comic books, the next evil group is called the Whisperers. And they're just as terrible as Negan and the Saviors, if not more so.
It Will Almost Certainly Premiere in October
Seeing as every single season of The Walking Dead has premiered in mid to late October, it's safe to assume we'll get season eight then as well. You know what that means, right? We're officially less than a year away. Let the countdown begin.
You're Going to Weep at This Dad's Reaction to Seeing His Son For the First Time
So many of the most incredible birth photos capture the exact moment a baby is born, and a group of photos taken by Jaydene Freund of Cradled Creations is the perfect example. The main difference with her photos, though, is rather than taking the first snaps of the baby with mom in the background, the Canadian couple featured asked Freund to instead capture the look on Dad's face as his son was born.
The photo is included in a full video of baby Theodore's birth story, an unmedicated and natural birth that elicited deep emotions from Mom, Dad, and loved ones in the delivery room. "This family planned to have dad catch and when baby started to emerge, mom had to yell at him to 'go catch the baby,'" Freund wrote on the video page. "He ran over just in time as the head was already out. . . . It all happened quickly and moments later the baby's body slid out and he was holding his son in the air with both hands. He was overcome with emotion."
Watch the video to see all of the birth footage and photos - you won't get through it without crying.
Gwyneth Paltrow and Apple Martin Could Not Look Any More Like Twins If They Tried
It seems like no time has passed since Gwyneth Paltrow welcomed her daughter, Apple Martin, with ex-husband Chris in May 2004, but can you believe she's almost a teenager? Throughout the years, Gwyneth has given us several glimpses at her family life on Instagram, including their fun Super Bowl outing and adorable beach days, and the one thing that has always stood out to us is just how much Apple and Gwyneth look alike. To make matters even better, Apple can also sing just like Gwyneth and Chris.
8 Books to Read If You're Still Obsessed With Gone Girl
In 2012, Gillian Flynn's third novel, Gone Girl, was published. The psychological thriller tells the story of Nick Dunne, a man who is suspected of murdering his wife, Amy, after she goes missing. As the investigation progresses and their marriage is put under a spotlight, people begin to question just who Amy is and what she may be capable of. The novel received critical acclaim, sold over 2 million copies in its first year, and spawned the 2014 film of the same name, starring Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike. While the cast has mentioned the possibility of a sequel, Flynn herself has said that it could happen "at some point." While we're waiting, check out the list of books ahead that you're sure to obsess over if you loved Gone Girl. If you've read all these already, we can also recommend some great marriage thrillers!
Jennifer Lawrence and Darren Aronofsky Emerge For a Rare Joint Outing in NYC
On New Year's Eve, Jennifer Lawrence and Darren Aronofksy soaked up the last of 2016 with a date in Central Park. Jennifer had her little pup Pippi wrapped in her coat as she walked alongside Darren, who brought along a lollipop to enjoy. Despite the fact that the couple reportedly began dating in October 2016, we've barely caught a glimpse of the two together outside of a romantic PDA-filled date at the beginning of November. With their romance still afloat at the start of 2017, perhaps we'll see more sweet moments in months to come.
5 Kid and YA Books Becoming Movies in 2017
"The book is always better than the movie" is something that all kids should learn from a young age. Sure, movies are great, but there's nothing better than getting lost in the words on a page that come together with your imagination to create an incredible story.
If you want to encourage your child to read more - or they're already little bookworms - entice them with these five kid and YA books that are becoming movies in 2017 (they'd make great holiday gifts!).
These 9 Crime Documentaries on Netflix Will Shock and Amaze You
The last couple of years have been rich with a somewhat new genre of programming: true-crime documentaries. Shows like Making a Murderer and the podcast Serial have kept us riveted - and the fact that they're based on real-life events means that the stories behind the shows are constantly evolving.
That being said, it can be incredibly hard to parse through the glut of shows and movies on Netflix - there's an entire category devoted to crime! - but we have watched all of them and have nine recommendations that will have you glued to your seat and scrambling for more.
20 Reasons Queen Máxima Should Be Your Royal Style Inspiration
If you're like us, royals are your ultimate style muses - who doesn't want to dress like a princess, right? But if you've grown a little tired of looking at Kate Middleton's style and even Queen Letizia's repeat outfits - hey, we love them too, but it happens - we have another royal you should definitely turn to for inspiration: Queen Máxima of the Netherlands.
The Argentina-born queen is constantly surprising us with her versatility, one day wearing a very classic skirt suit and the next showing off a printed jumpsuit or incredible designer dress. Believe us, though, that ability to try different trends isn't the only reason you should be following her. Keep reading to find out more.
These Affordable Sweatshirts Look Just Like Vetements, but They Might Even Be Cooler
When was the last time you could throw on a hoodie and feel like the coolest chick on the block? With the rise of Vetements, that's more than possible. In fact, we saw the hit street label all over Fashion Week, but it really made its mark last season, when designer Demna Gvasalia rolled out a line of bold graphics and sporty separates, following up with his Balenciaga debut for Fall '16. Now, most women are opting for the red sweatshirt that reads "May the bridges I burn light the way," but others stroll around in the brand's slouchy track pants.
The fashion industry's embracing that relaxed look more than ever, and thankfully, all your favorite retailers are following suit. We rounded up 15 sweatshirts that will help you achieve Vetements flair, all for a small price. Whether you invest in the hottest commodity or choose a jumper splashed with a different slogan, this is undoubtedly the most comfortable trend you'll ever try on for size.
185+ Delicious Latin American Recipes You Need to Eat ASAP
Whether you cook Latin American food every night for dinner or want to try your at hand at the delicious, flavorful cuisine for the first time, you'll want to bookmark this page. When we say there's a recipe here to satisfy your craving no matter what it is, we're not exaggerating. Read ahead to find 187 Latin recipes, from classic tacos to breakfast dishes that mix eggs and avocado, empanadas that require making the dough from scratch to easy salsas that just mean cutting up a few veggies, and even a few desserts you can simply pop in the microwave for a few minutes. Happy cooking!
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Margot Robbie's Airport Outfit Will Inspire Your Style Resolutions
Margot Robbie stepped off the jetway in the airport outfit we weren't exactly expecting. Jeans and sweats are par for the course in the terminal - then there are celebs who treat the airport like a runway; but Margot's look is decidedly not in either camp. Instead, the actress showed us what smart, understated style looks like in just two pieces. She added a cool pair of everyday kicks to a sweet printed wrap dress. She makes it look easy, no?
That's what we're taking with us - a savvy outfit formula that reminds us to keep it simple. We'll be filing this one away to rely on all year long.
Dax Shepard Was Freaked Out by Kristen Bell's "Unbridled Happiness" When They First Met
Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard have been an adorable duo for years, but believe it or not, things weren't always so sweet between the two. The couple, who tied the knot in 2013 and are parents to daughters Lincoln and Delta, first met in 2007 at a birthday dinner for mutual friends. While you would probably assume it was love at first site based on their chemistry, it was actually the opposite. Kristen revealed that their meeting was "not electric," while Dax admitted he was freaked out by Kristen's bubbly personality. "When I met her and her friends, I was suspicious of their unbridled happiness," he told Good Housekeeping magazine. "I thought, 'Something stinks here; they're in a cult.'" But just two weeks later, they ran into each other again while out with friends, and Kristen said "it was on" from that point. Thank God for fate!
This Bride’s Gown Might Not Seem Over the Top, but the Story Behind It Will Move You
Once we hear the story behind a bride's wedding dress, we love it even more. When Lydia Forte married Dimitri Chandris at a romantic Tuscan ceremony, the bride didn't look to a big designer for her gown. Instead, she wore a custom creation by someone close to her: her mother, Aliai Forte. Lydia's cream-colored dress featured delicate floral embellishments on the bell sleeves and she revealed to Vogue that the entire look was actually created around her veil. The 16-foot veil was made of antique lace, which belonged to her great-great grandmother.
"For the ceremony, we needed something grand enough to hold its own in the cathedral, but not too fussy or over the top. It had to fit the countryside and Tuscan town setting as well," Lydia said.
The couple said their "I dos" inside a rustic church in the town of Massa Marittima before hosting a reception for 400 guests in the medieval cloisters. Though the wedding was grand, it was the small personal touches that made the day romantic and familial. Scroll to see Lydia's Tuscan fairy-tale nuptials, then zoom in closer on her dress and veil. They're one of a kind, after all.
2-Week Total-Body Challenge - Just a Few Minutes a Day
If you enjoyed toning your legs with our Squat Challenge, your core loved the Crunch Challenge, and your upper body felt pumped doing the Push-Up Challenge, get ready for a total-body fitness challenge that combines exercises from all three of these challenges to strengthen and firm your entire body. This is a short workout anyone can fit into their busy day because it only takes a few intense minutes.
This challenge only involves three exercises: sumo squats, T push-ups, and V crunches. Below are descriptions of how to do each move, and below that is the two-week plan. Instead of completing a certain amount of reps, by the end of the two weeks, you'll be able to do a minute of each exercise twice through. The beauty of this challenge is to get you in the habit of strength training four to five times a week. And once you reach the 14th day, keep going, with the mind-set that a little bit of time spent toning your muscles goes a long way.
2-Week Total-Body Challenge - Just a Few Minutes a Day
If you enjoyed toning your legs with our Squat Challenge, your core loved the Crunch Challenge, and your upper body felt pumped doing the Push-Up Challenge, get ready for a total-body fitness challenge that combines exercises from all three of these challenges to strengthen and firm your entire body. This is a short workout anyone can fit into their busy day because it only takes a few intense minutes.
This challenge only involves three exercises: sumo squats, T push-ups, and V crunches. Below are descriptions of how to do each move, and below that is the two-week plan. Instead of completing a certain amount of reps, by the end of the two weeks, you'll be able to do a minute of each exercise twice through. The beauty of this challenge is to get you in the habit of strength training four to five times a week. And once you reach the 14th day, keep going, with the mind-set that a little bit of time spent toning your muscles goes a long way.
Going a Day Without My Phone Changed Everything
Do you want to get more sleep? Do you wish you had extra time in your day? Interested in generally enjoying the world around you? Then turn off your smartphone for a day. That's what I did this week, and let me tell you, giving up your security blanket - I mean iPhone - is liberating.
At 7:15 a.m. my alarm went off. Usually this would be my cue to grab my phone and start my morning Internet routine: Check work email. Reply to urgent work emails. Check personal email. Reply to urgent personal emails. Read morning news digests sent to my inbox. Check Facebook. Check Instagram. Check email one more time. Force. Myself. To. Get. Out. Of. Bed. Sound familiar?
Thanks to ditching my phone, my morning felt way longer and more relaxed.
Instead, it went something like this: Get out of bed. Take a shower. Get dressed. Make coffee. Open laptop. Read email, social media, and news while leisurely enjoying my coffee. Head to the office. Get there 20 minutes earlier, since I got out of bed 20 minutes earlier. Thanks to ditching my phone, my morning felt way longer and more relaxed.
But let's get back to that journey to work. My phone usually plays a big part in it. I call my mom on my 15-minute walk to the subway or listen to podcasts or music. This day I was faced with a solitary walk, free of distractions. And I liked it! I let my mind wander. I noticed the architectural details on the homes I passed. I discovered that on a clear day, you can see the very tip of the Golden Gate Bridge peeking out above the homes on my hilly street. My gut reaction: quick, where's my phone so I can snap a pic for Instagram? But instead, I had to enjoy it all by myself. The walk through my San Francisco neighborhood felt like my little secret.
Once on the subway train, the five-stop journey seemed surprisingly faster, since I wasn't frustrated with a podcast that wouldn't load or a playlist that stopped streaming when I lost service. I also wasn't reloading my email like an addict every time we pulled into a station.
The workday was pretty uneventful without a phone. I'm glued to my computer anyway and popped over to the deli across the street for a late lunch. It didn't give me much time to wait for my food without anything to distract me. I did have a semi-important call with someone in NY, but no phone. So, I used the Google Voice plugin on Gmail to make the call for free. And the Messages Mac app kept me in text-message contact with all my fellow Apple users. And of course I had access to Facebook and Instagram on my browser.
Getting through the day wasn't as hard as I expected, but come 6 p.m., I felt nervous about the commute home. I wore heels that day - but couldn't even think about calling an impulse Uber! Instead of popping in my earbuds in the elevator and firing up the latest Fresh Air on the NPR app, I was faced with a 40-minute commute, free of any personal entertainment. Instead, I grabbed the New Yorker that had been chilling on my desk for a month. Keep in mind: the text-heavy New Yorker and eye-candy Instagram sit on exact opposite sides of the attention-span spectrum.
I've taken the same subway route for five years now, but it seemed different. I felt like an alien visiting from another planet, observing a human society glued to their screens. Now unplugged, I noticed how bizarre it is to see grown adults walking around oblivious to the world around them, and dangerously close to the platform's edge no less. Bump into them, and they seemed jostled out of a social media- or music-streaming-induced dream. I thought, "Who needs Terry Gross when you have a fascinating anthropological experiment happening before your eyes?"
I felt like an alien visiting from another planet, observing a human society glued to their screens.
Now home and filled with smug self-congratulation about a few hours without my iPhone, I opted for a more time-honored screen-time tradition: watching TV. But even vegging out had changed. After dinner, which is always phone-free in our house thankfully, we plopped on the couch for some House of Cards bingeing. Instead of distracting myself with my phone, I gave the TV my full attention . . . until I didn't. Without Facebook and group texts to keep me awake, I found myself passed out at 9:30 p.m. Off I went to bed, where I didn't log some typical end-of-day email checking. I often go to sleep at 11:30 p.m., but that night I was tucked in at 10 and fast asleep until my alarm woke me up. And when it did, I decided to skip my usual still-in-bed phone time and go straight to the shower.
13 Times The Bachelor Perfectly Described the Struggle That Is Mondays
Any working professional knows Mondays are the absolute worst. After an enjoyable weekend, the quickest thing to kill your buzz is to wake up and realize it's all over. While the day is filled with exhaustion (and probably a lot of coffee), thankfully The Bachelor fans have something to look forward to at the end of a hard work day - wine, sweatpants, and Nick Viall. In honor of the season premiere, here are a few GIFs from the show that perfectly describe the struggle of the worst day of the week.
The 1 Move That Made Me a Better Mom, Instantly
I love Facebook. Like a lot. So much so that I found myself spending all sorts of time looking at it, searching it, and bringing it into just about every conversation. Something had to give. Except that I did not want to be one of those folks who says, "I'm done!" and then ridicules everyone else still stuck on Fakebook. Because the truth is that I do think that social media is a wonderful thing. Heck, I kind of love Facebook. I just needed to ease up the amount of time I was spending on it. So I decided to keep my account but delete the app from my phone. I can still check in on my computer as often as I want, but do I? Rarely. And the effect of this simple decision went far beyond improving my mental state; it also improved my maternal state. It may sound crazy, but I know I'm a better mom now that I don't have 24/7 access to my Facebook news feed. Here's why.
17 Empowering Songs to Help You Crush Your Fitness Goals in 2017
Sometimes all you need is a fresh playlist to motivate your workouts. And if you're setting health and fitness goals for 2017, chances are you're looking for an empowering set of songs to crank up at the gym and help you reach them.
With that in mind, we've compiled a list of tunes - old and new - that are guaranteed to pump you full of girl power right when you need it. Whether you're sweating through cardio or toning up with Pilates, keep reading to see the music you'll want to have playing in the background, or skip ahead to the end for a handy Spotify playlist before you check out our picks for the songs that defined 2016.
25 Images That Will Make You Feel Better About Your Kids Today
Misery loves company, and there's no better a place for it then when you're having one of those days as a parent. If your kids are pushing you over the edge right now, keep in mind that while your kiddos might be testing the waters, there are other parents going through it too (and perhaps even a bit worse) - and well, let's be honest, that is oddly comforting. I'm not pointing fingers at anyone's child here, because Lord knows my children have done their fair share of destruction and I'm sure even Prince George could do some damage with a royal sharpie. But if it's a bad day in your mommy world then there's no harm in taking a minute to laugh at a couple of kids who've definitely pushed their parents to the limit as well.
Don't Let Us Tell You Gigi Hadid Had One Heck of a Year; See For Yourself
Between her runway shows at Fashion Week and designer collaborations, we have to ask, is there anyone who had a better 2016 than Gigi Hadid? The model, who skyrocketed to fame last year, has come into her own with an Instagram following of 26.2 million and a face (call it the Gigi factor) all designers want to work with. Not to mention, her enviable street style is also well-documented on the daily.
Through it all, Gigi's managed to maintain her humble personality and sunny West Coast vibes, which is why we're 100 percent sure this isn't the last we will hear of her. In fact, it's only the beginning. As the year draws to a close, we're tracing back Gigi's top career-defining moments. Count down with us to her number one modeling moment of 2016 and then continue to keep your eyes on this 21-year-old superstar.
We Need to Talk About the Price Tag on Jennifer Lopez's New Year's Eve Dress
What do you wear when you're Jennifer Lopez, it's Dec. 31, and you have a front row seat at your rumored boyfriend's Las Vegas concert? The sexiest velvet dress you can find.
The singer, actress and producer stepped out in a House of CB low-cut and backless frock - we can always count on J Lo to find a new version of the naked dress - paired with a delicate long gold necklace, a diamond choker, and a fur coat. And while you might not be able to get the rest of her outfit without serious credit card debt, you can certainly afford her sexy frock for $195. Scroll ahead to check out more photos of her night and find a few more shopping options to steal her look.
8 Hot Cocoa and Marshmallow Products to Cozy Up With This Winter
There's nothing quite like hot cocoa when it comes to chasing away the cold-weather blues. From playing in the snow as a child to hitting the slopes as an adult, you've come to anticipate having it ready for you at the door and savoring every sweet sip until it's all gone. To ensure you never run out of that warm, fuzzy feeling, we've rounded up eight cocoa- and marshmallow-scented and infused products (there's even a bronzer!).
13 Pictures That Prove Matt Lanter's Good Looks Are Timeless
Matt Lanter is currently causing a fan-frenzy with his role as Wyatt on Timeless, but he's been making hearts swoon for a while now. Aside from his starring role on the hit show 90210, the 33-year-old, who has been married to Angela Stacy since 2013, was also in the Sci-Fi romance Star-Crossed, in which he proved that his good looks really are out of this world. Keep scrolling for some of his hottest moments to date.
21 Seriously Yummy Egg and Cheese Dishes to Make Your Morning Instantly Better
What morning isn't made better by a delicious breakfast? We've rounded up the most satisfying egg and cheese dishes - quiches, muffins, scrambles, and sandwiches - to start your day off right. The best part is, most of these recipes are easy to make, which means more time for coffee and your morning social scroll.
Fiber: The Weight-Loss Wonder You're Not Eating Enough Of
If you want to lose a few pounds, there's one thing you should definitely be eating more of: fiber! Why? This plant-based roughage is a weight-loss wonder. But fear not: you don't need to resort to eating old-school oat bran cereal or adding a fiber supplement to your smoothie in order to up your fiber intake. Some of the most delicious foods, such as raspberries, strawberries, chickpeas, edamame, and sweet potatoes, are also some of the highest in fiber. Read on to get the lowdown on how fiber can help you shed pounds, find out how much fiber you should be eating, and get 10 yummy fiber-rich meal and snack ideas.
How Much Fiber Do I Need?
We all know most Americans aren't eating enough fiber, but how much do you really need? The USDA recommends you eat 14 grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories. So, if you are eating a 2,000-calorie diet, you need about 28 grams of fiber per day. Most Americans get about half that, since the Standard American Diet is high is processed foods and animal fats that are devoid of fiber. In order to get more fiber, you need to eat more plant foods: fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and seeds are all excellent sources.
What's the Difference Between Insoluble and Soluble Fiber?
While nutritional labels don't discern between insoluble and soluble fiber, they come from different sources, and act differently in the body, too.
Insoluble fiber is found in the peels, skins, or husks of plant-based foods. Insoluble fiber does not dissolve in water, and so it passes quickly through your body, mostly intact, promoting regularity, as long as you have adequate water intake.
Soluble fiber comes from the "flesh" or innards of plant-based foods. For example, when you eat an apple, the skin of the apple is insoluble fiber, while the flesh of the apple is soluble fiber. Soluble fiber does dissolve in water. Once ingested, it forms a gel-like substance in your small intestines that mixes with other partially digested foods.
If you focus on eating more whole plant foods, you don't need to be overly mindful of the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber, since they are usually packaged together in whole foods such as brown rice, corn, beans, chickpeas, grapes, apples, raspberries, and celery.
What Makes Fiber Such a Weight-Loss Wonder?
Fiber-rich foods are important for weight loss for two reasons:
1. Fiber-rich foods make you feel satisfied but are naturally low in calories.
The math on weight loss is actually pretty simple. In order to lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you consume. Sounds easy, right? The problem is that in order to feel "full," receptors in your stomach also require a certain amount of food. Here's where insoluble fiber, in particular, plays an important role: while insoluble fiber is a carbohydrate, your body can't digest it as well as it digests other carbs, sugars, fats, and proteins, so it basically helps create a sensation of satiety by filling you up, but then passes right through you without adding to the net calories you are eating.
2. Fiber helps regulate blood sugar levels, which can curb overeating.
When soluble fiber forms its gel-like substance and mixes with other foods in your small intestines, it can help "trap" sugars and fats, and slow their absorption, according to the National Fiber Council; therefore, insoluble fibers can further aid weight loss by stabilizing blood sugar levels, which can curb overeating and prevent your body from storing excess fat.
10 Tasty High-Fiber Snack and Meal Ideas:
- 1 large apple (5.4 grams) + 2 tablespoons almond butter (3.2 grams) = 8.6 grams fiber
- 1 cup steamed edamame, in pods (5.7 grams) + sea salt = 5.7 grams fiber
- 1/2 cup Brazil nuts = 5 grams fiber
- 3 celery stalks (3 grams) + 1/2 cup hummus (4.7 grams) = 7.7 grams fiber
- 1 cup refreshing quinoa salad = 10 grams fiber
- 1 half avocado (4.6 grams) with 1 slice sprouted whole wheat toast (2.2 grams) = 6.8 grams fiber
- 1 cup quick oatmeal (8.2 grams) + 1 cup raspberries (8 grams) + 1/2 cup slivered almonds (6.75 grams) = 22.95 grams fiber
- 2 black bean toasted corn tacos = 14 grams fiber
- 1 cup cooked whole wheat spaghetti (5.9 grams) + 1/2 cup cooked kale (2.6) + 1/2 cup white beans (9.3) = 17.8 grams fiber
- 1 1/2 cup curried red lentil soup = 13 grams fiber
Nutritional Information Source: US Department of Agriculture Nutrient Data Laboratory
Fiber: The Weight-Loss Wonder You're Not Eating Enough Of
If you want to lose a few pounds, there's one thing you should definitely be eating more of: fiber! Why? This plant-based roughage is a weight-loss wonder. But fear not: you don't need to resort to eating old-school oat bran cereal or adding a fiber supplement to your smoothie in order to up your fiber intake. Some of the most delicious foods, such as raspberries, strawberries, chickpeas, edamame, and sweet potatoes, are also some of the highest in fiber. Read on to get the lowdown on how fiber can help you shed pounds, find out how much fiber you should be eating, and get 10 yummy fiber-rich meal and snack ideas.
How Much Fiber Do I Need?
We all know most Americans aren't eating enough fiber, but how much do you really need? The USDA recommends you eat 14 grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories. So, if you are eating a 2,000-calorie diet, you need about 28 grams of fiber per day. Most Americans get about half that, since the Standard American Diet is high is processed foods and animal fats that are devoid of fiber. In order to get more fiber, you need to eat more plant foods: fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and seeds are all excellent sources.
What's the Difference Between Insoluble and Soluble Fiber?
While nutritional labels don't discern between insoluble and soluble fiber, they come from different sources, and act differently in the body, too.
Insoluble fiber is found in the peels, skins, or husks of plant-based foods. Insoluble fiber does not dissolve in water, and so it passes quickly through your body, mostly intact, promoting regularity, as long as you have adequate water intake.
Soluble fiber comes from the "flesh" or innards of plant-based foods. For example, when you eat an apple, the skin of the apple is insoluble fiber, while the flesh of the apple is soluble fiber. Soluble fiber does dissolve in water. Once ingested, it forms a gel-like substance in your small intestines that mixes with other partially digested foods.
If you focus on eating more whole plant foods, you don't need to be overly mindful of the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber, since they are usually packaged together in whole foods such as brown rice, corn, beans, chickpeas, grapes, apples, raspberries, and celery.
What Makes Fiber Such a Weight-Loss Wonder?
Fiber-rich foods are important for weight loss for two reasons:
1. Fiber-rich foods make you feel satisfied but are naturally low in calories.
The math on weight loss is actually pretty simple. In order to lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you consume. Sounds easy, right? The problem is that in order to feel "full," receptors in your stomach also require a certain amount of food. Here's where insoluble fiber, in particular, plays an important role: while insoluble fiber is a carbohydrate, your body can't digest it as well as it digests other carbs, sugars, fats, and proteins, so it basically helps create a sensation of satiety by filling you up, but then passes right through you without adding to the net calories you are eating.
2. Fiber helps regulate blood sugar levels, which can curb overeating.
When soluble fiber forms its gel-like substance and mixes with other foods in your small intestines, it can help "trap" sugars and fats, and slow their absorption, according to the National Fiber Council; therefore, insoluble fibers can further aid weight loss by stabilizing blood sugar levels, which can curb overeating and prevent your body from storing excess fat.
10 Tasty High-Fiber Snack and Meal Ideas:
- 1 large apple (5.4 grams) + 2 tablespoons almond butter (3.2 grams) = 8.6 grams fiber
- 1 cup steamed edamame, in pods (5.7 grams) + sea salt = 5.7 grams fiber
- 1/2 cup Brazil nuts = 5 grams fiber
- 3 celery stalks (3 grams) + 1/2 cup hummus (4.7 grams) = 7.7 grams fiber
- 1 cup refreshing quinoa salad = 10 grams fiber
- 1 half avocado (4.6 grams) with 1 slice sprouted whole wheat toast (2.2 grams) = 6.8 grams fiber
- 1 cup quick oatmeal (8.2 grams) + 1 cup raspberries (8 grams) + 1/2 cup slivered almonds (6.75 grams) = 22.95 grams fiber
- 2 black bean toasted corn tacos = 14 grams fiber
- 1 cup cooked whole wheat spaghetti (5.9 grams) + 1/2 cup cooked kale (2.6) + 1/2 cup white beans (9.3) = 17.8 grams fiber
- 1 1/2 cup curried red lentil soup = 13 grams fiber
Nutritional Information Source: US Department of Agriculture Nutrient Data Laboratory
22 Winter Outfits With Uggs - That We'd Copy in an Instant
You wore them until they were tattered and discolored years ago, but then, your Uggs sort of retired to the back of your closet. It's not that our trusty boots got less cozy, it's just that it was time to switch up our Winter look.
But Ugg is refreshing its label every season, rolling out brand-new styles, including short silhouettes in fresh colorways that look luxe paired with cropped jeans. In fact, bloggers and It girls are working their Uggs at all heights, with outfits that range from completely casual to high-fashion fancy.
Read on for 22 unique ideas for ways to wear your Uggs, and then shop the brand's updated offerings once you're feeling inspired.
12 Selena Covers That Might Make You Shed a Tear or 2
Selena Quintanilla is a legend in her own right. She completely transformed how the US welcomed Spanish-speaking artists and paved the road for all the generations of performers that have come after. On days when we're missing the singer who was gone too soon, it's comforting to settle into some of the sweetest and best covers of her songs.
From artists like Selena Gomez, who is named after the late Tejana singer, to stars like Jackie Cruz from Orange Is the New Black, dozens of artists credit Selena as being one of their inspirations. Here's our top roundup of the best covers that celebrate her.
The Best Recipes That Feature Yuca in All Its Delicious Glory
Growing up in a Latin household, you're probably already familiar with yuca, also known as cassava or manioca. But there's a reason your mom let you eat yuca fry after yuca fry without any objection: the root vegetable is a longtime staple of Latin American cuisine not only because of its delicious starchy flavor but also for its healthy powers fighting inflammation and even high blood pressure. Now that Mom is not always around to cook the veggie for you, it's time to try your hand at making the comfort food. Yuca can be mashed or steamed, or even cooked in soups or desserts - seriously! Keep scrolling for nine recipes to get you started, then check out 125+ ideas for every Summer party.
Say Sayonara to These Fashion Items, Because They Didn't Make the Cut For 2017
As Heidi Klum would say, "One day you're in, and the next day you're out." This could not ring more true for clothes we've worn and trends we've tried in 2016. So what exactly are we saying bye to this year? At the top of the list are black shoelace-style chokers and Stan Smiths - items every fashion girl, including us, sported in one Instagram snap or another. Our reasons for saying bye to the 10 items ahead are quite simple: the new year has inspired us to switch things up. The year 2017 may signify a new you, or at the very least, new clothes (let's toast to that).
Based on our own tastes and Spring '17 runway trends, we've compiled a list of items to retire next year. Whether you have been holding on to that jacket for far too many years or are sick of a particular trend, 2017 is the time to begin anew with your style. Give those pieces a break, and then check out the updated alternatives to wear instead.
9 Ways to Boost Your Child's Confidence
No parent wants to see her child suffer from low self-esteem, but unfortunately we can't always get what we want. Too many children today are lacking in the confidence department, and as parents, it's our job to fill that void. So whether you have a son or daughter, toddler or teen, here are some helpful ways to raise your child's confidence (and keep it high).
20-Minute Ab and Butt Workout Guaranteed to Leave You Sore Tomorrow
It's time to get specific and target a couple of body parts that rarely see the sun: the abs and glutes. This workout only takes about 20 minutes from warmup to cooldown, so it should be a breeze to fit into your day. In the first circuit, we recommend using 10-pound weights, but these moves will still be effective with lighter weights or no weights at all.
20-Minute Ab and Butt Workout Guaranteed to Leave You Sore Tomorrow
It's time to get specific and target a couple of body parts that rarely see the sun: the abs and glutes. This workout only takes about 20 minutes from warmup to cooldown, so it should be a breeze to fit into your day. In the first circuit, we recommend using 10-pound weights, but these moves will still be effective with lighter weights or no weights at all.
16 Moments Between "The Rock" and His Daughter That Prove Their Bond Is 1 of a Kind
For the most part, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson keeps his personal life out of the spotlight, but thanks to Instagram and a select number of red carpet appearances, the 44-year-old actor has given us a sneak peek at his family life. The former wrestler is already a father to 15-year-old daughter Simone Alexandra with his first wife, Dany Garcia, and recently welcomed his second child with longtime girlfriend Lauren Hashian. We've rounded up our favorite father-daughter moments between Dwayne and Simone.
Why You Need to Be Eating Fat If You Want to Lose Weight
The secret to dropping pounds, reducing your risk of heart disease, and feeling better overall may just be filling your plate with fats. While eating more fat doesn't mean drowning your veggies in butter, it does mean focusing on two types of "good" fats: MUFAs, or monounsaturated fats, and PUFAs (polyunsaturated fats), which include omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.
Why are good fats so, well, good for you? For one, unsaturated fats contain disease-fighting antioxidants like vitamin E, and have been shown to help lower bad cholesterol levels to reduce your risk of heart disease. Plus, omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are important for keeping many of our body functions, like our immune system and heart, in top shape. If you're trying to drop pounds here's another important reasons to embrace good fats: MUFAS have been shown to help burn away belly fat.
While MUFAs and PUFAs reign supreme, a little bit of saturated fat in your diet may not be as bad as previously thought. Recent studies have suggested that saturated fats in foods like milk, cheese, and meat may not be as harmful as previously thought, after a analysis found no correlation between a high saturated fat diet and an increased risk of heart disease. Coconut oil, a plant-based saturated fat, has actually been shown to raise levels of the "good" cholesterol, HDL, in recent studies. Current guidelines still suggest limiting your saturated and trans fats intake, however, so it's up to you to make educated decisions about how much you should eat.
That said, eating more fat isn't a bad thing, as long as it's done in moderation. Remember that fats, whether good or bad, are still high in calories, so be sure to keep this in mind when you plan your diet; current dietary guidelines suggest that for a 2000-calorie diet the daily intake of fat, including healthy fats, should be no more than 65 grams. Registered dietitian Julie Upton recommends replacing "low-quality carbs or other foods rich in saturated fats" with foods high in MUFAs and PUFAs to help accommodate the extra calories. Check out our list of some of the best sources of unsaturated fats below, and keep these numbers in mind while you adjust to adding more fat to your diet.
| Food | Portion | Calories | Total Fat (grams) | MUFAs (grams) | PUFAs (grams) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almonds | 1 ounce (23 almonds) | 164 | 14.36 | 3.5 | 9.1 |
| Avocados | 1/4 avocado | 60 | 6 | 1 | 4 |
| Canola oil | 1 tbsp. | 124 | 14 | 4.1 | 8.3 |
| Chia seeds | 1 ounce | 137 | 8.6 | 0.6 | 6.5 |
| Dark chocolate | 1 square | 27 | 1.9 | 0.05 | 0.6 |
| Flaxseed | 1 tbsp., ground | 37 | 3 | 2 | 0.5 |
| Olive oil | 1 tbsp. | 119 | 13.5 | 1.4 | 9.8 |
| Peanut oil | 1 tbsp. | 119 | 13.5 | 4.3 | 6.2 |
| Pistachios | 1 ounce (49 kernels) | 158 | 12.6 | 3.8 | 6.6 |
| Safflower oil | 1 tbsp. | 120 | 13.6 | 2 | 10.1 |
| Salmon | 4 ounces | 166 | 6.7 | 2.3 | 2.4 |
| Soybean oil | 1 tbsp. | 120 | 13.6 | 7.9 | 3.2 |
| Trout | 1 fillet | 109 | 4.3 | 1.4 | 1.2 |
| Walnuts | 1 ounce (14 halves) | 185 | 18.5 | 13.4 | 2.5 |
Shay Mitchell’s Swimsuit Is One You’ve Seen Before, but It Never Gets Old
If you've been following Shay Mitchell's Snapchat, you know she's packing for a getaway. The exact location is still a mystery, though a throwback 'gram suggests Shay is definitely going some place warm, perhaps Jamaica again? In the photo, the star wears a black swimsuit that shows off some sexy side boob and she accessorizes with a silver collar necklace.
Even though the snap is an oldie from Shay's past vacay days, we know she likely packed some one-piece styles in her suitcase. They are her favorite after all. And no matter where she is traveling to next, she'll have some sultry swim options on hand. Take a look at her go-to bathing suit below while you wait for her "Shaycation" photos, then shop similar pieces yourself.
Why You Need to Be Eating Fat If You Want to Lose Weight
The secret to dropping pounds, reducing your risk of heart disease, and feeling better overall may just be filling your plate with fats. While eating more fat doesn't mean drowning your veggies in butter, it does mean focusing on two types of "good" fats: MUFAs, or monounsaturated fats, and PUFAs (polyunsaturated fats), which include omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.
Why are good fats so, well, good for you? For one, unsaturated fats contain disease-fighting antioxidants like vitamin E, and have been shown to help lower bad cholesterol levels to reduce your risk of heart disease. Plus, omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are important for keeping many of our body functions, like our immune system and heart, in top shape. If you're trying to drop pounds here's another important reasons to embrace good fats: MUFAS have been shown to help burn away belly fat.
While MUFAs and PUFAs reign supreme, a little bit of saturated fat in your diet may not be as bad as previously thought. Recent studies have suggested that saturated fats in foods like milk, cheese, and meat may not be as harmful as previously thought, after a analysis found no correlation between a high saturated fat diet and an increased risk of heart disease. Coconut oil, a plant-based saturated fat, has actually been shown to raise levels of the "good" cholesterol, HDL, in recent studies. Current guidelines still suggest limiting your saturated and trans fats intake, however, so it's up to you to make educated decisions about how much you should eat.
That said, eating more fat isn't a bad thing, as long as it's done in moderation. Remember that fats, whether good or bad, are still high in calories, so be sure to keep this in mind when you plan your diet; current dietary guidelines suggest that for a 2000-calorie diet the daily intake of fat, including healthy fats, should be no more than 65 grams. Registered dietitian Julie Upton recommends replacing "low-quality carbs or other foods rich in saturated fats" with foods high in MUFAs and PUFAs to help accommodate the extra calories. Check out our list of some of the best sources of unsaturated fats below, and keep these numbers in mind while you adjust to adding more fat to your diet.
| Food | Portion | Calories | Total Fat (grams) | MUFAs (grams) | PUFAs (grams) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almonds | 1 ounce (23 almonds) | 164 | 14.36 | 3.5 | 9.1 |
| Avocados | 1/4 avocado | 60 | 6 | 1 | 4 |
| Canola oil | 1 tbsp. | 124 | 14 | 4.1 | 8.3 |
| Chia seeds | 1 ounce | 137 | 8.6 | 0.6 | 6.5 |
| Dark chocolate | 1 square | 27 | 1.9 | 0.05 | 0.6 |
| Flaxseed | 1 tbsp., ground | 37 | 3 | 2 | 0.5 |
| Olive oil | 1 tbsp. | 119 | 13.5 | 1.4 | 9.8 |
| Peanut oil | 1 tbsp. | 119 | 13.5 | 4.3 | 6.2 |
| Pistachios | 1 ounce (49 kernels) | 158 | 12.6 | 3.8 | 6.6 |
| Safflower oil | 1 tbsp. | 120 | 13.6 | 2 | 10.1 |
| Salmon | 4 ounces | 166 | 6.7 | 2.3 | 2.4 |
| Soybean oil | 1 tbsp. | 120 | 13.6 | 7.9 | 3.2 |
| Trout | 1 fillet | 109 | 4.3 | 1.4 | 1.2 |
| Walnuts | 1 ounce (14 halves) | 185 | 18.5 | 13.4 | 2.5 |
15 Incredibly Sexy GIFs of Shakira Belly Dancing
Since Shakira released her aptly titled song "Hips Don't Lie" back in 2009, it's virtually impossible not to notice her skilled moves. The Colombian singer, who is of Lebanese descent, has uncanny body isolation abilities and, over the years, has worked diligently to perfect her jaw-dropping technique. Shakira's hard-earned results are sprinkled throughout every aspect of her career, from her onstage performances to her music video choreography. She always incorporates a hip shake or two! See 15 GIFs that prove it, and allow her hips to hypnotize you.
7 Moves to Burn 400 Calories in 20 Minutes
Kettlebell fans love the heavy, round-shaped weights for a reason - kettlebell exercises combine cardio and strength training for a time-saving calorie burn. The amount of calories you can burn using kettlebells can be amazingly high: a study by the American Council on Exercise found that the average person burns 400 calories in 20 minutes when doing kettlebell exercises. More research has found that regularly exercising with kettlebells significantly reduces back, neck, and shoulder pain by strengthening core and upper body muscles.
Does all that convince you to add more kettlebell to your life? Read on for tips on choosing the right kettlebell and a few calorie-torching exercises to try. And do check out this kettlebell tutorial and workout to learn the basics.
You'll Do a Spit-Take at This LOL-Worthy Glossary of Parenting Terms
A person's most frequent vocabulary words change through different phases of life - especially once they become a parent. Suddenly things like "Mommy Brain" and "Helicopter Parenting" are rolling off the tongue constantly - replacing things like "Wine Night" and "Day Off" - but in all reality, those terms have so much more meaning in the parenting world than one can convey in a short, one- to three-word phrase.
Scroll through for 33 parenting terms you hear often and what they should actually be called.
- Attachment Parenting: Is That Your Son or a Barnacle? (see "Babywearing")
- Baby Poop: Toxic Sludge
- Babyproofing: Maybe We Should Just Bubble-Wrap the Kid
- Babysitting Fee: Any Amount of Money in the World, Just Take My Kid
- Babywearing: I Need Four Hands to Take On This Day but I'll Settle For Two
- Bedtime: Time For My Kid to Suddenly Become as Thirsty as a Desert Camel
- Boppy Pillow: A Gift From the Feeding Gods
- Carpool Line: For the Love of God, Don't Park Here and Walk In With Your Child
- Childcare: I Get Paid Less Than This Daycare Costs (see "Babysitting Fee")
- Cosleeping: Getting Pushed to the Edges of the Bed Until You Fall Off
- Date Night: HAHA Let's Just Take a Nap While the Babysitter Watches the Kids
- Free-Range Parenting: I Walked 40 Blocks Alone to School in My Day, My Kid Will Be OK
- Getting Dressed (Babies): They're Going to Poop Just as Soon as You Do Up That Final Button
- Getting Dressed (Kids): Fine, Wear the Damn Cape to School
- Helicopter Parenting: You Can Take a Step Back, Judy, He's Fine
- Introducing Solid Food: How Far Can My Kid Fling Those Mashed Peas?
- Kid Homework: Good Luck Figuring Out This Rocket Science
- Lovey: This Stuffed Bear Is Going to Be in Our Lives Forever and My Kid Won't Let Me Wash It
- Mommy Brain: Sorry, What'd You Say?
- Morning: Any Time Between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. When Your Child Wakes Up Screaming
- Nanny: Thank God You're Here, They're Driving Me Nuts (see "Childcare")
- Naptime: The Determining Factor as to Whether This Day Goes Well or Not
- Normalize Breastfeeding: Seriously, I Don't Care What You Think of My Boobs, My Kid Is Hungry
- Potty Training: What Surface Will I Clean Pee From Next?
- School Morning: For the 30th Time, Put Your Damn Shoes On So We Can Leave
- School Night: What Do You Mean That Project Is Due Tomorrow?
- Sleep Deprivation: Too Tired To . . .
- Stay-at-Home Mom: 24-Hour Childcare Factory, Send Help
- Stroller: Half of Our Belongings Shoved Into a Basket on Wheels That My Kid Won't Sit In
- Temper Tantrum: No, No, No, Not Here, Please - You Can Have Dessert Before Dinner, I Swear!
- Terrible Twos: Toddlers Are Generally Terrible From 18 Months Onward
- Time Out: Sit in the Corner. No, This Isn't Funny. I Said, Sit. In. The. Corner. Ugh, Forget It.
- Working Mom: Thank God It's Monday, Get Me to the Office
7 Moves to Burn 400 Calories in 20 Minutes
Kettlebell fans love the heavy, round-shaped weights for a reason - kettlebell exercises combine cardio and strength training for a time-saving calorie burn. The amount of calories you can burn using kettlebells can be amazingly high: a study by the American Council on Exercise found that the average person burns 400 calories in 20 minutes when doing kettlebell exercises. More research has found that regularly exercising with kettlebells significantly reduces back, neck, and shoulder pain by strengthening core and upper body muscles.
Does all that convince you to add more kettlebell to your life? Read on for tips on choosing the right kettlebell and a few calorie-torching exercises to try. And do check out this kettlebell tutorial and workout to learn the basics.
This Blogger Mixes Baby Bump and Bodycon Like It Ain’t No Thing
Ever since blogger and stylist Pernille Tesibaek announced her pregnancy with an adorable Boomerang, she's done everything to accentuate her growing bump, not hide it. Cozy oversize sweaters that cover the elastic waistband on her jeans? Not for Pernille.
Instead, Pernille started off her pregnancy at Fashion Week, where she paraded around in tight, printed pencil skirts and embraced the added puff in her bomber coat or the noticeable cling of her silk cami.
There's a lot of fun in maternity dressing, and Pernille's constructed plenty of outfits to highlight that. Read on for a few of the tips we've gleaned from her latest looks, all of which are packed with just as much - if not more - style as before. Whether or not you're expecting, we can all benefit from a lesson in flattering different body shapes and sizes.
We've Got Our Fingers Crossed These Runway Looks Make an Appearance on Selena Gomez in 2017
Now that Selena Gomez is back from her self-care hiatus, we're thinking 2017 will be the year she doesn't make as many red carpet appearances but shocks us all with her chosen few looks anyway. The "Hands to Myself" singer showed us she's back on her fashion game when she stepped out to attend the 2016 American Music Awards wearing a gorgeous Prada red gown, so we can't wait to see what she wears in the next 12 months - so much that we went ahead and chose a few options Selena might want to consider. Straight ahead you'll find seven trends and 20 looks from the runways we hope she gets her hands on.
13 Weight-Loss Motivation Techniques
You've been trying to lose weight for a while now, but it seems like you just can't stay on track. Here are some weight-loss techniques to keep you motivated to reach your goals.
13 Weight-Loss Motivation Techniques
You've been trying to lose weight for a while now, but it seems like you just can't stay on track. Here are some weight-loss techniques to keep you motivated to reach your goals.
We Promise These 19 Runway Trends Are Actually Doable
It may not be Spring just yet, but the runway trends we've seen are already inspiring our outfits. Of course, some looks that skirt along the catwalk don't seem easy to pull off. "I wouldn't be able to move in that," we thought, as we held up our phones and snapped away at a show.
Even still, something about a new styling trick - a coat pulled all the way off the shoulders or a completely undone blouse - feels exciting enough to try. Below, we've gathered our favorite new styles that are actually easy to master IRL, we pinky promise. Scroll for a bunch of tips you'll want to remember as you embrace the new year.
32 of the Sexiest Instagram Snaps Britney Spears Has Ever Posted
Whether it's on stage for the return of her Piece of Me residency, on the cover of a magazine, or just in a poolside bikini snap, Britney Spears has been looking incredible. The pop princess was clearly on her game in 2016, and with new music surely on the horizon, things are only looking up. To celebrate, we're turning to Brit's Instagram to soak up her sexiest snaps of all time. Keep reading to see them all, then check out her cutest family pictures.
14 Everyday Struggles of Bilingual People
I speak 2.5 languages. I'm fluent in Spanish (my birth language) and English, and I know enough Italian to help a lost tourist in the subway. Though being able to communicate in more than one tongue has its serious benefits - there are more jobs available to me, I have an easier time when traveling abroad, some studies even say we're smarter (tooting my own horn here) - there are struggles. Boy, are there struggles.
More than once, I have spoken Spanish to someone who has no idea what I'm saying, and words have come out of my mouth in a total jumble of Spanglish that not even I understand. Minor issues, sure, but if you're bilingual, you know it doesn't end there. Keep reading for a list of the everyday situations you probably also face - bilinguals, unite!
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