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.
mardi 10 janvier 2017
15 Ways to Feel Slimmer by Tomorrow
Slimming down takes time and dedication, but a few quick tricks can help you feel a little bit lighter in just one day. Read on to get our tips for feeling less bloated and puffy - and having a flatter belly - by the end of today!
15 Ways to Feel Slimmer by Tomorrow
Slimming down takes time and dedication, but a few quick tricks can help you feel a little bit lighter in just one day. Read on to get our tips for feeling less bloated and puffy - and having a flatter belly - by the end of today!
He Did It Again! See 1 Man Transform Into Mariah Carey With Makeup
Mariah Carey has earned the adoration of millions for her incredible singing voice, her passion for the holiday season, and (of course), the way she throws shade. Recently, one fan in particular paid homage to the legendary artist using his own talent: drag makeup.
Paolo Ballesteros, the host of Filipino TV show Eat Bulaga! is internationally recognized for his uncanny ability to transform into celebrities with cosmetics. On Jan. 9, he flawlessly mimicked Mariah Carey's style in a new post to his Instagram feed.
Take a close look: Ballesteros has chiseled his cheeks like hers, exaggerated his eye shape to achieve Mimi's large peepers, and is rocking the star's signature nude lip. However, this isn't the first time he's copied the elusive chanteuse. Read on to see one of his first transformation posts to Instagram (from three and a half years ago!) in Mariah's likeness.
Zoe Saldana's Husband Couldn't Keep His Eyes Off Her - and Neither Will You After Seeing Her Dress
The way Zoe Saldana's husband, artist Marco Perego, couldn't peel his eyes off his beautiful wife at the premiere of her new movie Live by Night is the way you want your SO to look at you every day. The Dominican and Puerto Rican actress, wearing a gorgeous sequined white dress from J. Mendel's Fall 2016 couture collection and stunning red lipstick (Votre Vu French Kiss Moisture Riche Lipstick in Claudia, $23), had her partner by her side as she celebrated her starring role in the Ben Affleck-directed film. Marco - did you notice his shirt sort of matches Zoe's dress? - stared at his beautiful wife as they made their way into the theater, giving us all the feels a day after showing their love on the Golden Globe Awards red carpet. Scroll ahead to check out more photos of the cute couple and their palpable love.
Meryl Streep Was the Only Star to Wear This Designer on Golden Globes Night
We can sum up Meryl Streep's red carpet style in one word: elegant. She's been attending award shows since the '70s, which means she's been honing her signature look for quite some time. You won't ever see the actress in a flamboyant dress or barely-there midi; instead, she keeps her outfits modest and timeless.
Just what types of dresses does Meryl gravitate toward? In particular, she has a preference for draping and sleeves, going with designer Lanvin time and time again. In addition, Meryl has long belted her gowns to show off her waistline - a trick no doubt she learned from the pros over the years.
But just because she sticks to modest choices doesn't mean she won't take a fashion risk here and there. She's done the plunging neckline look and worn off-the-shoulder pieces on several occasions. She hired Lupita Nyong'o's stylist Micaela Erlanger to step up her outfit game for the 2017 Golden Globe Awards, where she wore a custom-made Givenchy gown.
In fact, since Givenchy has a standing tradition of dressing only one star for an awards show, Meryl was the only one to wear the fashion house on the red carpet. In true Meryl fashion, she pulled the look off gracefully.
We Didn't Get That Heathers Reunion We Wanted, but Winona Ryder Still Looked Stunning at the Globes
Winona Ryder may have been so busy ducking her ex-boyfriend Matt Damon at the Golden Globes on Sunday that she forgot to reunite with her Heathers costar Christian Slater, too. The actress was on hand for the big show on Sunday night and though she didn't take home the best actress in a TV drama series for her role in Stranger Things, she did look absolutely stunning on the red carpet in a black Viktor & Rolf gown. For the record, it's her first time attending the Globes since 2000 (with Matt Damon!), and somehow she's managed to look the same.
She and Christian didn't come together during the event, but Winona still made time to gush about her former costar with E!'s Giuliana Rancic on the red carpet. "I have not seen him in a long time, but I adore him," she said. "I'm so happy for him. I could not be more happy for him. I love him so much . . . he's the best." She also revealed that she reached out to the Mr. Robot star after his Golden Globe win in 2016: "When he won, I just imagined he was getting flooded with emails, and so I was like, 'You don't have to write me back, but congratulations.'" She went on: "And then he wrote me back. And I was like, 'Oh . . . friends forever.'" While we are very, very sad that our dream Heathers reunion didn't come to fruition, we're still thrilled to see Winona at big Hollywood events again - including her recent meetup with Beetlejuice and Edward Scissorhands director Tim Burton.
Norman Reedus Pals Around With Kevin Bacon and His Daughter at the Knicks Game
Exactly four years ago, Norman Reedus tweeted about seeing one of his idols, Kevin Bacon, on a plane and being too embarrassed to say hi. Thankfully he got a second chance at the Knicks game on Monday night. With The Walking Dead on Winter hiatus, Norman took a break from fending off hordes of zombies to share a few laughs with Kevin and Kevin's 24-year-old daughter, Sosie, while they watched the home team take on the New Orleans Pelicans at Madison Square Garden. He also chatted with a mystery companion, who unfortunately wasn't BFF Andrew Lincoln. Now excuse us while we humbly petition Hollywood to make a buddy cop movie starring these two . . .
1 Badass Mom Just Delivered Her Own Baby Via C-Section
Sarah Toyer is no stranger to Cesarian births, as all four of her children were delivered via C-section. However, she didn't necessarily plan her births this way and after her first child's emergency C-section birth she felt very emotional over the experience.
"I felt like my body failed at giving birth and felt so robbed after going through so much just to end up having a C-section," Toyer told Babble. Desiring to be more involved in the birth of her fourth child, Spencer, she was determined to have a maternal assisted C-section, something that she was told would almost entirely depend on the surgeon on call the day she had her procedure.
"So, when the day came along we waited eight hours at the hospital, then I was standing there next to the surgeon scrubbing up just as she was," Toyer wrote in a post shared to the Birth Without Fear Facebook page. "Maybe half an hour later I was lying on the operating table watching my son's head being pulled from my womb. I reached down and put my hands under his arms and lifted the rest of him out of my own body. It was the most incredible thing I have ever done."
Sarah is sharing her Spencer's delivery story to encourage other moms to be passionate about their birth plans, and says, "I highly recommend you stick to your guns about what birth you want!"
Girl left in coma after dental visit going home after 4 months in hospital, father says
A little girl who went into a coma after being given anesthetic at an Edmonton dentist’s office will be released from the Glenrose Hospital at the end of January, her father says.
Girl left in coma after dental visit going home after 4 months in hospital, father says
A little girl who went into a coma after being given anesthetic at an Edmonton dentist’s office will be released from the Glenrose Hospital at the end of January, her father says.
Neil Patrick Harris Licks James Corden's Face During Their Intense Broadway Riff-Off
If you're obsessed with all things musical theater, then you better sit down for this one. On Monday night, Tony award-winner Neil Patrick Harris stopped by The Late Late Show to challenge host James Corden in a special edition of "Broadway Riff-Off." While the A Series of Unfortunate Events actor lit up the stage with his sparkling personality, we have to admit, James really blew us away with his rendition of "On My Own" from Les Misérables. Of course, the best part of the whole segment had to be when they busted out some rhymes from the Broadway hit Hamilton. Watch the whole thing above to see if you can decide on a winner.
There's Something Very Special About Queen Letizia of Spain's Navy Blue Coat
After the holidays and her first official appearance at the Pascua Militar earlier in January, Queen Letizia of Spain is back at work, attending a meeting at the Spanish Association Against Cancer. And what do you do when you're going back to "the office" after a few days away? You pull out your newest and most professional outfit, of course. Letizia did just that, wearing navy blue from head to toe in flared slacks, cobalt pumps and matching earrings. But the pièce de résistance was her navy blue coat, featuring a detail we don't often see on the royal's outerwear: a cinched waist.
The queen, who normally prefers bright shades for her outerwear and a more boxy and loose silhouette, showed off her figure in the classic jacket you should add to your own collection. Scroll ahead to see more photos of her look and find a few links to shop her style.
Look Closely and You'll See Amal Clooney Expertly Mixed 2 Prints in 1 Outfit
Even when dressed down, Amal Clooney still manages to look polished. For a Netflix documentary screening in London, Amal traded her power suit for a classic floral shift dress. Though the colorful print initially drew our attention to the Dolce & Gabbana dress, her tights are pretty special, too. When you zoom in, you can see intricate leaf-like designs. The subtle print didn't detract from the bolder florals of her dress, which is why we almost missed it.
Leave it to Amal to once again prove she's a true fashion innovator. She managed expertly to mix two different prints in one outfit for a night out. Scroll on to see the full details of her outfit, then take a cue from the star and shop similar picks for your own pattern-mixing look.
See How 1 Man Transforms Into Julia Roberts, Britney Spears, and More With Makeup
Paolo Ballesteros is renowned as the host of Filipino TV series Eat Bulaga!, but he has gained international fame due to his artful makeup skills. Through wigs, contact lenses, and extremely talented contouring, the actor has been transforming into pop stars, famous actresses, and socialites for over a year and sharing the pictures on his Instagram account. He's quick to comment on current events via his makeovers, even posting a blond Kim Kardashian selfie just three days after Kim changed up her look.
The metamorphoses have earned him nearly two million followers and comments demanding he appear on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. He has yet to make his artistic debut stateside, but it's only a matter of time. He recently starred in a critically-acclaimed film, Die Beautiful, for which he not only showcased his makeup talents, but received several international awards. We can guarantee that you'll be amazed by his skills . . . keep reading to see for yourself!
Robert De Niro Thanks Meryl Streep For Her Speech Slamming Trump: "It Needed to Be Said, You Said It Beautifully"
The Golden Globe Awards were full of amazing (and awkward) moments, but the biggest by far was Meryl Streep's passionate acceptance speech for the Cecil B. DeMille Award. In it, she touched on the importance of diversity in Hollywood and America and called out President-elect Donald Trump for his obnoxious, disrespectful behavior. It didn't take long for the bitter reality star to come out swinging against the legendary actress via Twitter, but luckily she has more than a few people in her corner. In addition to messages of support from George Clooney, Ron Howard, and Stephen Colbert, her Marvin's Room costar Robert De Niro wrote a heartfelt letter thanking her for her speech.
"Meryl –
What you said was great. It needed to be said, and you said it beautifully. I have so much respect for you that you did it while the world was celebrating your achievements. I share your sentiments about punks and bullies. Enough is enough. You, with your elegance and intelligence, have a powerful voice – one that inspires others to speak up as they should so their voices will be heard too. It is so important that we ALL speak up.
We love you.
Bob"
We can add him to the long, long list of celebrities who aren't afraid to speak their minds when it comes to the future of our country.
Ben Affleck Says "the John Mayer Thing" When Asked to Name a Taylor Swift Song
Ben Affleck stopped by The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Tuesday to talk about his family, his new movie, Live by Night, and, well, Taylor Swift. After the dad of Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel admitted that he listens to a lot of Radio Disney, he was forced to put his knowledge to the test during a heated game of "5 Second Rule." After the actor was asked to name three Taylor songs in under five seconds, he made a hilarious (and very dad-like) mistake. "'1989,' I Still Love You, the John Mayer thing," he said while obviously flustered, getting only one right. "Come on. I can't. She's amazing. I love Taylor Swift; I'm blanking, though." In addition to his Swift mistake (get it?), he also revealed that you can find his longtime friend Matt Damon in his bed at any given moment. Watch all of Ben's cute answers above.
Smoking projected to kill 8 million a year by 2030, WHO says
Smoking and its side-effects cost the world's economies more than $1 trillion US and will kill one third more people by 2030 than now, according to a new report.
Smoking projected to kill 8 million a year by 2030, WHO says
Smoking and its side-effects cost the world's economies more than $1 trillion US and will kill one third more people by 2030 than now, according to a new report.
These Makeup-Free Celebrity Selfies Will Inspire You to Bare It All
You know what they say: celebrities are just like us. And though that might not apply to their lavish houses and larger-than-life red carpet wardrobes, we can relate to the pressure they feel to wear makeup even when they step out just for a few to pick up juice at the grocery store.
And before you jump in saying they have the best skincare at their fingertips, consider this: when some of us have a hard time leaving the comfort of the couch without mascara or at least a little tinted moisturizer, these celebs, whose looks are scrutinized by the world daily, broke the mold to join the fresh-faced movement by sharing their own makeup-free photos on social media. See their gorgeous snaps and get inspired to let loose, too.
- Additional reporting by Sarah Siegel
Matt Damon Steps Out With His Lovely Wife For a Red Carpet Date in LA
After hitting up the Golden Globe Awards on Sunday night, Matt Damon attended the LA premiere of Live by Night with his wife, Luciana Barroso, on Monday. The two were all smiles as they supported the actor's longtime friend Ben Affleck, who wrote and directed the film. While Matt looked sharp in a black suit, his wife gave her dark ensemble a little flair with a leather jacket. The pair even mingled with another one of our favorite Hollywood couples, Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet, before heading inside the TCL Chinese Theatre. Of course, nothing compares to Matt's appearance with Ben. The longtime pals just couldn't contain their giggles as they shared a few inside jokes on the red carpet.
8 Things You Never Knew About Trader Joe's, Straight From a Former Employee
I spoke to a former employee who worked at Trader Joe's for a year, and he gave me the inside scoop on how the company is run, the little-known details of the return policy, and what the point of those somewhat-annoying bells is. Spoiler alert: there's no real dirt (I tried!), but what I got was interesting, behind-the-scenes intel that made me an even bigger fan of the store.
There's a reason the customer service is so good.
Trader Joe's strategy in providing a quality customer-service experience is simple: overstaff. "They totally overstaff so that you don't feel like your stocking duties or your register duties trump interacting with customers - they encourage you to be nice to customers." That's why you can almost always find someone in a Hawaiian t-shirt or crew-member uniform walking around and waiting to help you find anything.
The employees try all the new products so they know what to tell customers.
"Each Trader Joe's has a break room, and they have one person who's in charge of cooking new stuff that the store gets and making it available for the entire staff who comes through the store that day to try it. They want you to try all the products so you can have an opinion so that when you recommend stuff to people, it's not baseless."
The pay is REALLY good.
This guy started out at Trader Joe's making $12/hour, which was above the state's minimum wage. You not only start out making a good amount, but it gets even better quickly. After three months of working more than 30 hours a week, you get health insurance and a 401K. You'll also likely get a raise once or twice a year. A friend of this employee worked at Trader Joe's for over five years and made $21/hour - that's an annual salary of $42K.
They donate all unsold food.
"Trader Joe's donates a ton of food. It's called 'spoils,' which just means it's not in perfect shape. There's nothing wrong with eating a lime with a couple brown spots, but if you wouldn't buy it and be excited about buying it, then it gets put with spoils and typically gets donated. They donate flowers, produce - everything - to local organizations."
There's a method behind the bell ringing.
You've sometimes noticed employees ringing bells while you're checking out, right? There's a method to the madness, and it's sort of like the store's secret language for various customer-service needs. "One bell means everyone to your register, which means the lines are getting too long and they need everyone at a register. Two bells means you need an employee to come over and help with something. For example, let's say the bag of spinach you bought is partially opened or looks bad; you ring two bells and an employee will come over and grab a new one for you. Three bells means a manager needs to come over."
Every store has an in-house artist.
"Literally all of the signage around the store is custom-made by two or three artists who hang out in the back and almost exclusively do that, and register work every once in a while." That's why every store has location-based art throughout the store - pretty cool, right?
You can return ANYTHING.
Seriously, you could open a bag of popcorn, try it, and bring it back if you didn't like it - for a full refund. "You see that a lot. You get people who come back and say, 'Hey, I tried it, but I didn't really like it.'" Excuse me while I go try every single thing in the snack aisle.
They strive to create an experience that's beyond grocery shopping.
"They really push this whole, 'we don't want you to feel like you're just grocery shopping' thing. They want it to be an experience - something that pulls you out of the monotony of your everyday life."
Ben Affleck Calls Jennifer Garner the "World's Greatest Mom" to Their 3 Children
Ben Affleck sat down with Ellen DeGeneres on Tuesday morning to discuss everything from brother Casey Affleck's Golden Globe win to his adorable family. The Live by Night actor described how excited his 4-year-old son, Samuel, was about seeing his uncle take home a trophy and also reflected on the incredible moment 20 years ago when he himself was the award season darling for his work on Good Will Hunting with BFF Matt Damon. The proud brother also revealed that he took his kids, as well as Casey and Matt's kids, for a fun skiing trip over the holidays. The only problem? His kids - Seraphina, Violet, and Samuel - are a little bit of a handful. "[They] have the world's greatest mom," he said of estranged wife Jennifer Garner. "But even she cannot conquer the obstacles there."
What It's Really Like to Put a Child to Bed (in 15 Easy Steps)
Our bedtime routine is exhausting. What started out as a 20-minute process has turned into a full hour-and-a-half affair, usually culminating in everyone (adults included) eventually falling asleep in one of my kids' beds. I'm not quite sure how we got here, but getting out is proving harder than I thought. The funny thing is, we (the adults) know it is a game, and we are consistently falling into our kids' traps. I can only imagine what they are thinking as we go through the motions every night.
Here, a look at our bedtime routine - through both my and my kids' eyes. Sweet dreams!
This Moving Harry Potter Theory Will Make You Love Neville Longbottom Even More
Neville Longbottom could have been The Chosen One, but he wasn't. Instead, Harry took on the weight of the wizarding world, and his acts of bravery proved countless times that he was a true Gryffindor at heart. While Harry's bravery was brash, bold, and apparent to everyone around him, Neville's went more or less unnoticed throughout their years at Hogwarts. But his quiet courage was something else entirely. I've seen this fan theory throughout the years, and I can't help but agree that while Harry, Ron, and Hermione were undeniably brave, Neville Longbottom's particular type of bravery was perhaps the most remarkable of all. Here's the theory.
Basically, Neville stood before his greatest fear and faced it daily. What's more, he stood up not to his enemies, but to his friends in The Sorcerer's Stone - because he believed it was right. "And then led a resistance against a Snape-led Hogwarts in year seven. He led a group of children (and friends) in a mini-war against his biggest fear," added Redditor TheKyleBaxter.
Then, in what is arguably one of the bravest deeds in the entire Harry Potter series, Neville stood up to Voldemort himself. "This is the moment when Voldemort appears to have won. Harry appears to be dead. There's almost no hope left to win the war for them. And still, Neville continues to defy Voldemort, despite Voldemort's offer to let him join the Death Eaters," SchroedingersKneazle pointed out in a Reddit thread on the subject. It may not be the same kind of bravery Harry had when he knowingly walked into the Forbidden Forest to face Voldemort and to his inevitable death. And it's not the same as the bravery it took Harry to come back to the warring wizarding world and finish it all when he could have gone on to be with those he'd loved and lost.
But Neville's is a different kind of courage that perseveres. Harry's bravery resulted from facing a responsibility that was thrust upon him at birth; Neville's bravery was something he chose to have daily, even if wasn't something that came as naturally to him. Some fans have even said Neville's experience facing Snape is a metaphor for dealing with anxiety and fear of failure, and even more understandably, dealing with fears of facing bullies at school - which many Muggle children deal with everyday as well.
Either way, there's no doubt that the Sorting Hat made the right decision when he sorted Neville Longbottom. The hat placed him in Gryffindor, where dwell the brave at heart, their daring, nerve, and chivalry truly setting them apart.
Archery Tag Will Turn You Into an Action Hero
Archery tag might just be the most fun way to get moving! This viral sport is like a combination of dodgeball and laser tag, with a hint of The Hunger Games for good measure. Hannah stopped by Indoor Extreme Sports for an action-packed game to learn what makes archery tag an international phenomenon.
Archery Tag Will Turn You Into an Action Hero
Archery tag might just be the most fun way to get moving! This viral sport is like a combination of dodgeball and laser tag, with a hint of The Hunger Games for good measure. Hannah stopped by Indoor Extreme Sports for an action-packed game to learn what makes archery tag an international phenomenon.
18 New Midseason TV Shows to Have on Your Radar in 2017
As we head into 2017, there's a whole shining frontier of new shows to get excited about: midseason premieres! In the next handful of months, we're going to get all sorts of fresh titles, from the Archie-inspired Riverdale to the murderous HBO drama Little Big Lies. Keep reading to see what lies ahead.
Hospital accused of turning away veteran who killed family says it never denied anyone care
A doctor at a Nova Scotia hospital that has been accused of turning away a military veteran who killed his family and himself says it has never refused help to anyone.
Hospital accused of turning away veteran who killed family says it never denied anyone care
A doctor at a Nova Scotia hospital that has been accused of turning away a military veteran who killed his family and himself says it has never refused help to anyone.
This Stunning Rainbow Baby Maternity Shoot Was Made More Special by an Actual Rainbow
When photographer Abbie Fox saw a triple rainbow during a maternity shoot with 34-year-old Edit Hansen, she knew she had to capture it. But what Edit told Abbie about her current and past pregnancies would turn out to make this rainbow all the more special. Edit is currently pregnant for the fourth time with her second rainbow baby.
After suffering a miscarriage with her first child, Edit gave birth to her first rainbow baby, her now-2-year-old son, Leonardo. Eight months after his birth, she became pregnant again, but sadly lost the baby a week later. Now pregnant with her fourth child and second rainbow baby, a little girl to be named Chiara Julianna, she decided to capture the experience of this pregnancy with a maternity shoot.
The shoot with Abbie was set up outside in the mountains and Edit wore a number of stunning gowns that looked brilliant against the landscape. "I really loved the idea of taking pictures against the backdrop of a beautiful and majestic landscape, since I felt at once so small against the mountains and the whole of this universe, while partaking in an incredibly universal experience," Edit told Babble.
Abbie said that being able to do this type of shoot meant the world to her. "Edit mentioned that her babies were both rainbow babies while we were doing the sessions, so I knew it would be the perfect shoot for her, but I had no idea how much rainbows meant to her really until after the session," Abbie told POPSUGAR Moms. "It is my job to make my images mean something to my clients and I'm blessed every day that families hire me to do so, especially when there is a deeper meaning like this one."
Look through to see more of the beautiful photos Abbie took of Edit during their rainbow baby maternity shoot.
These Dove Vintage Ads From the 1950s Will Make You Want to Call Your Mom
As skin and body care continues to innovate with crazy formulas (like snake venom!) or unique textures (such as gels), one thing remains the same: people will always love their simple Dove soap bars. Now that the iconic drugstore product is turning 60 (it launched in 1957!), the brand is celebrating its heritage by releasing vintage ads. And POPSUGAR has a first look!
Ahead you'll see how much advertising has changed since the 1950s, when most ads ran in print. Now campaigns can appear anywhere from social to digital media to TV and of course on printed paper, as well.
"Dove has been providing the same superior care and championing real beauty for generations of women since the Beauty Bar launched 60 years ago," Kathy O'Brien, the vice president of skin and marketing services, told POPSUGAR. "It is incredible to see this demonstrated through our Dove Beauty Bar ads featuring real women, which date back to 1957 when the Beauty Bar debuted as a revolution in personal care."
But since you can't go back in time, Dove is giving you something new to covet. The brand is releasing a collector's edition soap bar engraved with the word "care." Snag it this month for $7 at a drugstore near you.
Enjoy the nostalgic ads here and then call your mom. She'll tell you all about women in the '50s!
The Emotional Roller Coaster of Your Child's First Relationship
After years of teasing them about a schoolboy (or girl) crush, your child has finally found love. Or, at least, the tween definition of it. Whether you found out from them or their Facebook relationship status, you aren't quite sure how to feel about the big news. On the one hand, you're excited for them to experience all the things that come with having a boyfriend or girlfriend - the first date, first dance, first kiss. At the same time, you're scared to see them deal with relationship downfalls - the first fight, the first breakup, the first heartbreak.
It's definitely a mixed bag, but we have the emotional breakdown to help you get through your child's first relationship (and all the ones that will follow).
Stop, No! 10 Ways You're Using Your Clarisonic Totally Wrong
Dermatologists, beauty editors, and celebrities alike swear by the Clarisonic cleansing brush ($199). We had a chance to talk to Clarisonic cofounder Dr. Robb Akridge and discovered something horrifying . . . we've been missing some crucial steps in our daily Clarisonic routine! Sure, we know how to clean it, but these tips will help you get the most out of your favorite skin-care device.
16 Pasta Recipes With a Latin Touch That Are Worth Every Calorie
If it involves spaghetti, tortellini, beans, avocado or chorizo, we're in. Now, if it involves a combination of any of those things, we're ready to lose our minds. From black bean noodle soups to lightened-up Mexican lasagnas, here are some seriously delicious pasta recipes that feature an irresistible Latin twist. You'll want to make these tonight - and possibly pair them with a delicious and refreshing cocktail.
Remembering These Heart Attack Symptoms Could Mean the Difference Between Life and Death
Spotting heart attack symptoms early can potentially save a life. How do you spot them? Our friends at YourTango share their story.
Pay attention.
The recent deaths of Carrie Fisher (due to a heart attack) and George Michael (due to heart failure) bring this year to a close with even more significant grief and loss.
Now, more than ever, it's important to remember that heart disease is the number one cause of death not just for African-American and white women in the United States, but for people of most ethnicities when statistics by genders are combined.
While we tend to think of heart disease as an issue affecting only older adults, some forms - such as Cardiovascular disease (CVD) - may begin during childhood.
Evidence of fatty deposits in heart valves - a sign of CVD that can develop into multiple serious problems later in life - has been found in children as young as in infancy. When we are still young the build of these deposits typically develops without any obvious symptoms, so identifying and managing the known risk factors from the very start of life is crucial. In addition to possible hereditary factors, hormonal changes, fatty foods, alcohol, smoking, and variables such as anemia, a sedentary lifestyle, and traditional American dietary habits today subject our hearts to stress at an increasingly unprecedented level.
The wide variety of heart and cardiovascular diseases causes a good deal of confusion.
For example, while many of us think the terms 'cardiac arrest' and 'heart attack' are one and the same, they are actually quite different from one another.
According to The American Heart Association:
"A heart attack occurs when a blocked artery prevents oxygen-rich blood from reaching a section of the heart. If the blocked artery is not reopened quickly, the part of the heart normally nourished by that artery begins to die. The longer a person goes without treatment, the greater the damage. Symptoms of a heart attack may be immediate and intense. More often, though, symptoms start slowly and persist for hours, days or weeks before a heart attack. Unlike with sudden cardiac arrest, the heart usually does not stop beating during a heart attack...
Sudden cardiac arrest occurs suddenly and often without warning. It is triggered by an electrical malfunction in the heart that causes an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). With its pumping action disrupted, the heart cannot pump blood to the brain, lungs and other organs. Seconds later, a person loses consciousness and has no pulse. Death occurs within minutes if the victim does not receive treatment."
People commonly think of heart attack symptoms as pain radiating down the left arm and tightening of the chest. However, the symptoms and causes of heart attack in women are can be quite different than those experienced by men. Because of this, women sometimes ignore their flu-like heart attack symptoms when they first arise.
When symptoms are caught early, heart attacks CAN be stopped before they happen, as the signs typically develop over time before the heart attack occurs.
Heart attack symptoms in men may include:
- Chest pain
- Chest discomfort
- Chest pressure
- Discomfort or pain in other areas, such as one or both arms, the neck, jaw, back, or stomach
- Shortness of breath, lightheadedness, nausea, or sweating
- Abdominal discomfort that may feel like heartburn
Heart attack symptoms in women may include:
- Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the center of your chest. It lasts more than a few minutes, or goes away and comes back.
- Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.
- Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.
- Other signs such as breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.
- As with men, women's most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort.
The great new is that there are ways to prevent heart disease, reverse prior heart damage, and encourage healthy cardiovascular heath overall.
Here is a list of six actions you can take now to improve your heart health:
1. If you're a smoker, stop smoking.
2. Eat more fiber, veggies, and fruit.
3. Avoid processed and fried foods.
4. Exercise daily.
5. Lose weight if your waistline is greater than 35 inches.
6. Visit your doctor at least once a year and have your triglycerides and cholesterol checked.
If you have a family history of diabetes and heart disease, be aware that you become increasing more vulnerable once you reach the age of 40. Make sure your physician is aware of this and any other known risk factors.
The bottom line is that we need to take our heart health seriously and prevent heart attacks before they start.
Tune into your body signals when they happen, because every moment counts.
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Remembering These Heart Attack Symptoms Could Mean the Difference Between Life and Death
Spotting heart attack symptoms early can potentially save a life. How do you spot them? Our friends at YourTango share their story.
Pay attention.
The recent deaths of Carrie Fisher (due to a heart attack) and George Michael (due to heart failure) bring this year to a close with even more significant grief and loss.
Now, more than ever, it's important to remember that heart disease is the number one cause of death not just for African-American and white women in the United States, but for people of most ethnicities when statistics by genders are combined.
While we tend to think of heart disease as an issue affecting only older adults, some forms - such as Cardiovascular disease (CVD) - may begin during childhood.
Evidence of fatty deposits in heart valves - a sign of CVD that can develop into multiple serious problems later in life - has been found in children as young as in infancy. When we are still young the build of these deposits typically develops without any obvious symptoms, so identifying and managing the known risk factors from the very start of life is crucial. In addition to possible hereditary factors, hormonal changes, fatty foods, alcohol, smoking, and variables such as anemia, a sedentary lifestyle, and traditional American dietary habits today subject our hearts to stress at an increasingly unprecedented level.
The wide variety of heart and cardiovascular diseases causes a good deal of confusion.
For example, while many of us think the terms 'cardiac arrest' and 'heart attack' are one and the same, they are actually quite different from one another.
According to The American Heart Association:
"A heart attack occurs when a blocked artery prevents oxygen-rich blood from reaching a section of the heart. If the blocked artery is not reopened quickly, the part of the heart normally nourished by that artery begins to die. The longer a person goes without treatment, the greater the damage. Symptoms of a heart attack may be immediate and intense. More often, though, symptoms start slowly and persist for hours, days or weeks before a heart attack. Unlike with sudden cardiac arrest, the heart usually does not stop beating during a heart attack...
Sudden cardiac arrest occurs suddenly and often without warning. It is triggered by an electrical malfunction in the heart that causes an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). With its pumping action disrupted, the heart cannot pump blood to the brain, lungs and other organs. Seconds later, a person loses consciousness and has no pulse. Death occurs within minutes if the victim does not receive treatment."
People commonly think of heart attack symptoms as pain radiating down the left arm and tightening of the chest. However, the symptoms and causes of heart attack in women are can be quite different than those experienced by men. Because of this, women sometimes ignore their flu-like heart attack symptoms when they first arise.
When symptoms are caught early, heart attacks CAN be stopped before they happen, as the signs typically develop over time before the heart attack occurs.
Heart attack symptoms in men may include:
- Chest pain
- Chest discomfort
- Chest pressure
- Discomfort or pain in other areas, such as one or both arms, the neck, jaw, back, or stomach
- Shortness of breath, lightheadedness, nausea, or sweating
- Abdominal discomfort that may feel like heartburn
Heart attack symptoms in women may include:
- Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the center of your chest. It lasts more than a few minutes, or goes away and comes back.
- Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.
- Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.
- Other signs such as breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.
- As with men, women's most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort.
The great new is that there are ways to prevent heart disease, reverse prior heart damage, and encourage healthy cardiovascular heath overall.
Here is a list of six actions you can take now to improve your heart health:
1. If you're a smoker, stop smoking.
2. Eat more fiber, veggies, and fruit.
3. Avoid processed and fried foods.
4. Exercise daily.
5. Lose weight if your waistline is greater than 35 inches.
6. Visit your doctor at least once a year and have your triglycerides and cholesterol checked.
If you have a family history of diabetes and heart disease, be aware that you become increasing more vulnerable once you reach the age of 40. Make sure your physician is aware of this and any other known risk factors.
The bottom line is that we need to take our heart health seriously and prevent heart attacks before they start.
Tune into your body signals when they happen, because every moment counts.
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A 2-Week Vacation With His Kids Changed 1 Dad's Entire Parenting Perspective
The following article was written by Ben Stahl, the husband of POPSUGAR Moms contributor Kate Stahl, with a few loving edits from his grammatically superior wife.
I think of myself as an involved father. I am home by 6 p.m. most nights. I change out of my suit and tie, eat the dinner my wife has prepared (the fact that she's such a good cook was a postmarriage surprise and one I'm extremely grateful for), and jump into it with the kids.
Most nights I send my wife, who stays home with our kids, upstairs for a breather while I play with our son, who's almost 3, and our daughter, who turns 6 in April. Then I finish cleaning the kitchen, bathe our little monsters, and put one of our kids to bed while my wife takes the other. I know a lot of dads who leave before their kids are up and aren't home until after they're asleep, but it's important to me to be a big part of their lives. On the weekends, I do my best to make sure my wife gets time to rest and do her own thing while I take over some of the parenting duties.
However, I'll admit that even those two hours and weekends with our wild, meltdown-prone children often leave me feeling exhausted. It's hard to imagine how, most days, my wife tacks on another 11 or so hours solo with them and doesn't end the day in the huddling in the fetal position or throwing back a bottle of wine (though I'll admit, I've seen her do both a time or two).
The truth is, I think my wife is much better at being with the kids than I am. She has more practice, more patience, more stamina. She's totally in tune with their needs. I like the setup we have. Yes, it's pretty gender normative and traditional, but it works for us. I make the bulk of the money our lives require while she takes care of the house and, most importantly and exhaustingly, the kids.
So the thought of taking two weeks off work over the holidays to go on vacation with my family left me feeling a little anxious. I was thrilled to break from my routine, shed the tie for a while, and get some quality time with my kids, but I also knew that quality time would be far from stress-free. I've traveled with our kids enough to know that new beds also mean less sleep, relaxing their schedule can also mean more tantrums (a 2-year-old is a 2-year-old, no matter how close you are to the beach), and when we're on vacation, my wife expects me to do half of all that work that she's so much better at. But 13 days later, I left our trip with a new perspective on my wife and on parenting.
Thirteen days later, I left our trip with a new perspective on my wife and on parenting.
First I realized just how much my kids want to be with me. Those two hours I spend with them during the week are chaotic and stressful mostly because we're all tired, but they're also acting crazy because they're so excited to see me. With a huge chunk of time, we were all able to mellow a bit and just enjoy each other without the constant "Daddy, Daddy, Daddy, watch this, watch this . . ." that I'm so used to hearing. I realized that having the time to engage with my kids more actually made all of our time together (OK, most of it) better.
At the pool one day, my son introduced me to another little boy not as his dad but as his "best friend" (heartbreaker). I got to see my daughter, who's only halfway through kindergarten, playing Head's Up with a group of adults and totally holding her own. I realized that they are not just endless buckets of need but high-functioning humans who were no longer essentially ruining my vacation, but actually adding to it.
But part of being my son's new "best friend" meant that he barely left my side for the entirety of our trip. Actually, scratch that - my side would have been nice. Instead, he was crawling on my head, pinching my neck, and Hulk-smashing my whole body. Suddenly, I understood why my wife isn't always so into cuddling with me after the kids go to bed and that being "overtouched" wasn't a word she made up, but a real concept.
Finally, though I realized that spending all day, every day with your kids is a blessing, it is just as draining as I had expected. Not because the whole day is awful (most of it is pretty great), but because there is literally no downtime. When they're happy, they need you. When they're erupting, they need you. When they're hungry, sad, hurt, tired, cold, wet, or feeling silly . . . they need you. So from now on, I'm not going to roll my eyes when my wife tells me she's going to go hide for a while after I get home. In fact, I might even deliver her a glass of wine.
12 Curly Hair Hacks That Will Completely Change Your Life
Having curly hair brings me such joy. The springy ringlets are indicative of my large personality, but I didn't always know how to care for my coils. About eight years ago, I was clueless about all the unwritten rules (like no more shampoo, brushes, or towels.) And the commandments vary by hair type, too. A woman with waves can't live by the same hacks that I rely on day to day for my Afro-texture hair.
That's why we've called in the curly hair experts from Devachan Salon in NYC to create a beginner's bible to curls. Stylist Eladia Lebron gave three curly editors a makeover, while divulging her best tips for every hair type. This comprehensive guide explains everything from applying conditioner to pineappling (which is an overnight curly girl trick). Get ready to achieve the best hair of your life - no hot tools required.
President Obama's Impossibly Cute Moments With Kids
Throughout his time in office, President Barack Obama has shared more than a few sweet moments with kids. Along with all his thoughtful quotes on fatherhood, he's also shown his love for little ones when he meets them during appearances or when they visit him at the White House. Amid all the silly faces and funny antics, there have been some powerful moments, too. Who could forget the compelling photo taken when a little boy asked to touch Obama's hair, saying, "I want to know if my hair is just like yours"? Take a look back at some of President Obama's cutest moments with kids, then see his sweetest photos with daughters Sasha and Malia.
Tonight, Fall Asleep Instantly With This Breathing Trick
Plagued by anxiety night after night? Relying on over-the-counter meds? Just not getting the sleep your body requires? If any of this sounds all too familiar, this breathing trick will help you get to bed sooner - no prescriptions required.
The exercise is called the 4-7-8 technique, and Dr. Andrew Weil calls it a "natural tranquilizer for the nervous system." Study after study has linked meditation to lowered stress levels, and this easy-to-follow exercise will help you reap some of the de-stressing benefits that come along with consistent meditation practice.
Beyond bedtime, Dr. Weil recommends performing this exercise whenever dealing with a stressful situation. The next time you can't curb sugar cravings, get into a fight with your partner, or can't hit the hay because you're overwhelmed, try it out for yourself. You'll start feeling more relaxed immediately. Here's how to do it:
- Place the tip of your tongue against the ridge of tissue just behind your upper front teeth, and keep it there through the entire exercise.
- Exhale completely through your mouth, making a whoosh sound.
- Close your mouth and inhale quietly through your nose to a mental count of four.
- Hold your breath for a count of seven.
- Exhale completely through your mouth, making a whoosh sound to a count of eight.
- This is one breath. Now inhale again and repeat three more times for a total of four cycles.
For more explanation, plus a video tutorial, check out this video:
Tonight, Fall Asleep Instantly With This Breathing Trick
Plagued by anxiety night after night? Relying on over-the-counter meds? Just not getting the sleep your body requires? If any of this sounds all too familiar, this breathing trick will help you get to bed sooner - no prescriptions required.
The exercise is called the 4-7-8 technique, and Dr. Andrew Weil calls it a "natural tranquilizer for the nervous system." Study after study has linked meditation to lowered stress levels, and this easy-to-follow exercise will help you reap some of the de-stressing benefits that come along with consistent meditation practice.
Beyond bedtime, Dr. Weil recommends performing this exercise whenever dealing with a stressful situation. The next time you can't curb sugar cravings, get into a fight with your partner, or can't hit the hay because you're overwhelmed, try it out for yourself. You'll start feeling more relaxed immediately. Here's how to do it:
- Place the tip of your tongue against the ridge of tissue just behind your upper front teeth, and keep it there through the entire exercise.
- Exhale completely through your mouth, making a whoosh sound.
- Close your mouth and inhale quietly through your nose to a mental count of four.
- Hold your breath for a count of seven.
- Exhale completely through your mouth, making a whoosh sound to a count of eight.
- This is one breath. Now inhale again and repeat three more times for a total of four cycles.
For more explanation, plus a video tutorial, check out this video:
Stretch, Recover, Relax: This Is How to Handle a Rest Day
Best news ever! If you want to get stronger, you have to rest. Your muscles need time to repair themselves; this is when the strengthening actually happens. Since the January Jump-Start workout plan is designed to really kick your fitness game up a notch, stretching your worked muscles is really important on your chill days. Take 15 to 20 minutes to give your hard working body some TLC with this full-body stretching routine. Click here for a printable PDF of this workout.
Directions: Prep your body for stretching with three to five minutes of light cardio: run in place, do jumping jacks, skip around your house. Then follow this full-body stretch routine, holding each stretch for 20 to 30 seconds.
Stretch, Recover, Relax: This Is How to Handle a Rest Day
Best news ever! If you want to get stronger, you have to rest. Your muscles need time to repair themselves; this is when the strengthening actually happens. Since the January Jump-Start workout plan is designed to really kick your fitness game up a notch, stretching your worked muscles is really important on your chill days. Take 15 to 20 minutes to give your hard working body some TLC with this full-body stretching routine. Click here for a printable PDF of this workout.
Directions: Prep your body for stretching with three to five minutes of light cardio: run in place, do jumping jacks, skip around your house. Then follow this full-body stretch routine, holding each stretch for 20 to 30 seconds.
Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell Flaunt Their 3-Decade-Long Romance at the Golden Globes
Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn are one of Hollywood's sweetest couples, and while attending the Golden Globe Awards together on Sunday night, they proved why. After Goldie shared a hilarious photo of her getting ready for their glitzy night out on Instagram, she hit the red carpet with Kurt. Both of them got close for some romantic poses for photographers, before the Guardians of the Galaxy 2 actor stepped back to give Goldie her moment in the spotlight. Later on, Goldie took a second to bond with a pint-sized admirer (so cute!) and share a few laughs with her Snatched costar, Amy Schumer. Of all the gorgeous couples who showed up to the Globes, Kurt and Goldie left us swooning hardest.
The Bachelor: The Ladies Who Are Still Competing For Nick Viall
We're a couple weeks into Nick Viall's season of The Bachelor, and I'm pretty disgruntled at the fact that we didn't get a rose ceremony in the second damn episode. There were a ton of lovely women hoping to get a rose, but before we could see who he wanted to keep and send away forever, he let someone go preemptively. Take a look at everyone, including the girl who was most recently eliminated, below.
15 People Who Cannot Deal With the New Bachelor Villain, Corinne
We're two episodes into The Bachelor, and the producers have very clearly defined the season's villain: her name is Corinne, and she's the best. She's young, incredibly good looking, and was confident enough to take off her top for a wedding-themed photoshoot on the first date with Nick. Also, she repeatedly stole him from the rest of the girls . . . then got mad at one of the other girls for interrupting them. Like I said, she's the best.
Twitter at large can't help but compare her to Olivia, suggest that she strike up a relationship with Chad, and/or pitch a spinoff show starring her and her nanny. While we're still trying to get to the bottom of her family business, take a look at the best reactions - good and bad - to our new favorite bad girl, Corinne Olympios. Disclaimer: Let's all acknowledge that 95 percent of The Bachelor is tricky editing, so Corinne might actually be the nicest person in the world.
Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet Make Their First Red Carpet Appearance in Over a Year
Lisa Bonet and Jason Momoa proved that they still know how to work a red carpet when they stepped out for the LA premiere of Live by Night on Monday. The couple - who is going on ten years of marriage - were the epitome of cool as they held hands and allowed photographers to snap their photos. Lisa and Jason's night out marks the first time the pair has hit a red carpet together in over a year. The last time these two strutted their stuff was at the InStyle Awards back in October 2015. Oh, how we've missed them.
Kourtney Kardashian Has the Cutest Children - and We Have the Proof!
When Kourtney Kardashian isn't out slaying the single life, the reality TV star is busy being a doting mom. In July 2015, Kourtney ended her relationship with longtime boyfriend Scott Disick after nearly 10 years of dating, and during that time, she became a mother three times. Kourtney - who has reportedly reconciled with Scott since then - welcomed her first son, Mason Dash Disick, in December 2009 and had Penelope Scotland Disick in July 2012. Two years later she gave birth to her youngest child, Reign Aston Disick. Along the way, Kourtney has given us a peek into her family life, sharing plenty of ridiculously cute moments on Instagram, including a fun family trip to Colorado in April 2016.
7 Things People Who Lose Weight Do Every Day
Big changes can be made from small but smart habits - this includes weight loss! The American Institute for Cancer Research recently shared its best tips for healthy weight loss, and we couldn't agree with them more. In fact, we've seen dozens of success stories of people who have implemented these tips and habits. Here's how they work and how you can apply them to your life.
1. Set Small Goals
Lee Jordan didn't lose 300 pounds by saying, "I'm going to lose 300 pounds." His first goal? "Walking down the hall for 30 seconds." At 450 pounds, Lee described a short walk down the hall as "the Olympics." But by setting small goals, little by little, he lost an absolutely jaw-dropping amount of weight and saved his life.
"If your resolutions are overly ambitious or vague, you may find yourself overwhelmed and slipping up early in the year," said AICR in a press release. "Make concrete, measurable goals and schedule tasks into your day to help you achieve them."
A woman named Becca who lost over 100 pounds said she would've laughed at you years ago if you'd told her she'd be a half-marathoner. She started with the small goal of being able to run for an entire commercial break of a TV program, slowly building up and adding one minute at a time to her PR, before doing 5Ks and half marathons.
Set small goals for yourself daily that you know are achievable and within reach. Whether it's "add one more minute to my exercise time" or "make one healthy recipe today," one small positive action begets another.
2. Eat Veggies
Another woman who lost over 100 pounds also did so by making small changes. Brooke added a green vegetable to every single meal throughout the day, and her consistency with adding those nutrients into her diet helped make a significant impact on her overall habits and her health.
We noticed that this addition of veggies is a major habit among nearly everyone we've ever interviewed about weight loss; experts also agree it's the best way to lose weight. Some of the people we interviewed admitted that they had never tried certain veggies before their weight-loss journey began. "I found out that I love asparagus," said Amanda, who lost 86 pounds. "I'd never had it before! How did I go my whole life without eating asparagus?"
The AICR said: "Instead of denying yourself the foods you love, focus on replacing some with nutritious, healthful foods." Veggies are low in calories yet will keep you full. "Filling up on these can help curb your appetite while you're watching your weight." Whether you're making swaps throughout the day like Kara, who lost 30 pounds in four months (she has spinach in her morning smoothies, big salads for lunch, and zucchini noodles for dinner), or finishing your day with tons of vegetables for dinner like Taylor (who also lost 30 pounds), this small choice can help you lose major weight.
3. Move
It's no secret that more movement leads to more weight-loss success. "Regular physical activity [is] a key component when trying to maintain or lose weight," said AICR. And movement doesn't necessarily mean gym time.
Katie lost over 200 pounds, and her workout routine is simply walking. Brooke (mentioned earlier) hit her goal by setting a Fitbit step goal of 10,000 steps a day and sticking to that consistently.
If you're ready for more than walking and hoping to build muscle tone and get strong, too, start experimenting with different types of exercise. Courtney and Caitlin work out six to seven days a week and lost 75 and 25 pounds, respectively.
4. Practice Portion Control
This daily habit takes some consciousness and mindfulness when it comes to eating. "Portion sizes are big in America," said AICR. And if you dial in your portions, you could shed some serious weight. "Recent studies suggest that several strategies using portion awareness can all result in meaningful weight loss over a year's time."
Although 55-year-old Luz had been active her whole life, she was about 150 pounds overweight. It wasn't until she learned to get control of her overeating that she lost a significant amount of weight. During chemo treatment for cervical cancer, Luz learned to control portions, which created lasting, healthy habits contributing to her massive weight loss.
Slow down, be conscious of how much you're eating, put your fork down in between bites, and don't let your eyes be bigger than your stomach!
5. Don't Drink Calories
Is your vice sugary soda or alcohol? Time to cut ties. "Sugary soda and alcohol both add extra calories without beneficial nutrients," said AICR. "For each sugary drink that you swap out for water or another zero-calorie choice, you'll save 100 to 300 calories. Plus, alcohol by itself is linked to increased risk for several cancers, including breast and colorectal."
While Lee Jordan was on his 300-pound weight-loss journey, he noted that cutting sugary soda out was a crucial piece of his weight-loss puzzle. We also spoke with a woman named Brittany who before her wedding made no changes to her diet or exercise routine but just cut out alcohol - and she lost between five and 10 pounds in a matter of two months.
It may be a tough change at first, but take Amanda's word for it when she said it gets easier: "Your taste buds completely change once you stop eating all the added sugar." Try swapping in as much water as possible, as staying hydrated can also help you feel satiated.
6. Snack Better
People who lose weight don't have to cut out snacks, they just snack smarter. Celebrity personal trainer Chase Weber credits healthy snacks as a way to prevent sugar binges, saying, "if you get into a routine of reaching for these options, you'll avoid the pitfalls of sugary snacks [and] deceptive 'nutrition' shakes."
Follow Kara's lead (remember all her veggies throughout the day?): snack on veggies and hummus or even an apple with peanut butter. These healthier snacks (with a good balance of healthy fats and protein) will keep you from making poorer food choices.
7. Balance Cardio With Weight Training
A mix of cardio with resistance and weight training is the most effective way to lose weight with exercise. The AICR said, "working strength training into your schedule a few times a week can help you build muscle and burn calories. It's a great way to mix up your fitness routine and prevent injuries."
Speaking of mixing it up, a well-rounded fitness routine was the key to weight-loss success for Sarah and Caitlin. In fact, many of the women (and men) we spoke with credited a varied exercise schedule for their shed pounds. Brittany Dawn noted that "things clicked for me when I got into weightlifting" - and she lost 50 pounds.
Have ACV in Your Pantry? Here Are 5 Ways to Use It
Apple cider vinegar is known to be a major weight-loss booster, but are you using it to its fullest potential? This pantry staple can be utilized for many recipes and meals beyond your standard "ACV shots" (which are not that great for you anyway). Plus, if you can't stand the sour taste but still want to enjoy all of its healing powers, we've got a few ways to mask the flavor, too.
- Weight-Loss- and Immune-Boosting Drinks: Sweeten it up with honey or stevia, or spice it up with cinnamon or cayenne. ACV drinks bring the miraculous powers of this fermented liquid to your diet in a safer way than shots do.
- Salad Dressing: If you're not ready for the tangy, tart taste in a drink, try it in a salad-dressing recipe in lieu of balsamic vinegar.
- Baking Recipes: You can avoid the tart taste altogether and fluff up your baking recipes with a little apple cider vinegar. Try it in a lightened-up cake recipe that tastes as decadent as the Starbucks original.
- Dairy-Free Buttermilk: Speaking of baking, did you know that you can create a dairy-free buttermilk with ACV? As mentioned, it's great for baking and when you mix it with some dairy-free milk, you can hack all of your favorite baking recipes to veganify them or use it in a batch of weekend pancakes.
- Soups: Try using ACV in your soup recipes. Try it in a bone broth, as it can help with digestion (and bone broth is inherently gut-nourishing), or in a chickpea soup or a detoxifying green soup.
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