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.
samedi 6 mai 2017
The Habits Jessica Formed to Lose 75 Pounds Also Changed Her Life
I first saw Jess at Barry's Bootcamp - she was taking class, but she may as well have been leading it. She was front and center on the floor, serving as our instructor's example of how to do all the moves properly. She was kicking some serious ass . . . and it was her third class of the day. After telling her "What I would give for your stamina," she was quick to tell me, "I used to be 245 pounds."
Jessica: Before
I didn't believe her until she pulled out her laptop and started showing me photos from her life in Wisconsin. The San Francisco-based lead instructor for Flywheel indoor cycling talks more about her next cardio class or which race she's training for than she does about her transformation. She set out with a goal that wasn't attached to numbers or a scale - she just wanted to feel better. One thing lead to the next, and she's now a fitness powerhouse, all-star trainer, and major inspiration in the Bay Area. Oh, and she lost 75 pounds in the process. Check it out.
POPSUGAR: What made you decide to start your weight-loss journey?
Jessica Forseth: I was living in Minneapolis and hit a point where I realized I just didn't feel good. I had a somewhat regular workout routine but was always intimidated to try anything new or take other classes. Around that time I was hospitalized with two blood clots in my lungs. They weren't related to weight or even diet, but it was a bit of a wake-up call that I needed to create healthier habits, focusing on what I could control versus genetic disorders.
PS: What do you think contributed to your weight gain?
JF: Throughout college and even shortly after while still living in Minneapolis, I found myself going out three to five nights a week; whether it was just a happy hour or an all-nighter, the alcohol and appetizers or midnight meals all offset any healthy choices I had made during the day. Even as I became more active, it was never enough to offset the late-night mac and cheese, pizza, or the beer (hello, Wisconsin!).
"The alcohol and appetizers or midnight meals all offset any healthy choices I had made during the day."
PS: What approaches had you tried to lose weight?
JF: One day I just decided I needed to force myself to get in shape and stick to a plan - my job title was even a planner, I thrive with a plan! - and I signed up for a half marathon on a whim. Creating the training plan and just learning the best ways to fuel your body helped so much! When I moved to San Francisco, I got even more dedicated: I signed up for more races, added in cross-training, and was always reading up on nutrition, fitness, and recovery. I was tracking everything I ate and very, very, very disciplined. While this worked initially, it really wasn't sustainable; dwelling on every single calorie was an even bigger mental roadblock! My love for fitness and staying active was the key. I learned what foods fueled my body best. It's a positive cycle: the better you feel, the better you perform, which makes you want to keep it up!
PS: What's your favorite way to work out?
JF: I am a sucker for high intensity! I love loud music, high-energy atmospheres where I can just get lost in the moment and variety. I'm always mixing up cardio and strength training at Flywheel and Barry's Bootcamp or running around San Francisco sightseeing.
Jessica: After
PS: What made you decide to become a Flywheel instructor?
JF: It's a funny story, actually. I used to be very anti-Spin class. I would take cycling classes at my gym as a way to force myself to cross-train and was always so bored and didn't feel like I got a great workout. I tried my first Flywheel class in Sunnyvale and not only did I get my butt kicked, I had a blast! I knew right then and there that I wanted to be that person helping everyone else find the fun in fitness and push themselves to places they didn't know they were capable of. Being able to turn a passion into a career has been so rewarding, especially since I can relate to everyone in that room, from beginner to advanced.
PS: What do you love most about Flywheel?
JF: I love the intensity and the community. There's something so empowering about a room full of people all working their asses off, no matter what their goal is. The torqboard and power scores keep me accountable, too! I like that I can just zone out and get lost in music for 45 minutes and come out feeling both refreshed and exhausted at the same time!
PS: What's your weekly exercise schedule?
JF: I try to focus my own workouts on strength training. I teach 10 to 12 Flywheel classes a week and am always committed to riding hard with my class, so strength training is so essential to help me prevent injuries! On top of teaching, I will usually take three to four Flywheel classes, go to Barry's Bootcamp five days a week, and yoga one day. When I can, I sneak in a jog outside!
PS: How do you keep workouts exciting?
JF: The best thing for me has been finding group fitness and this community! I still love a good solo run or weightlifting session, but finding workout buddies helps make it social as well! Planks are a little less torturous when you can laugh about it with a friend next to you. Taking advantage of the Bay Area is also great - just a stroll through the city hills with coffee and a buddy is a great booty workout!
PS: How much weight have you lost?
JF: In total I've lost around 75 pounds.
Jessica: Before
PS: What was the first big difference, other than the number on the scale, that really made you feel proud and excited?
JF: The biggest thing for me has been the mental change. That's what I am most proud of. I was always intimidated to try anything new or even ashamed and had the mentality that I could never do something or wasn't strong enough to even try. I've proven myself wrong so many times now that my mindset has completely shifted to "why not?" and now I LOVE pushing my limits and finding new ways to challenge myself. I was holding myself back and didn't even realize it!
PS: How do you track your weight loss?
JF: I've stopped weighing myself regularly so don't track it like I used to because I can always tell when I just don't feel as great as I know I should. That usually tells me more than the scale!
PS: What's a typical day of meals and snacks?
JF: I am always on the go running between classes, our three Bay Area studios, or my own workouts and meetings so I am adamant about starting my day with a good breakfast and carrying tons of healthy snack options. My go-to breakfast is an egg with avocado, berries, and coffee. All the coffee. I eat a lot of small meals or snacks throughout the day to keep me fueled: oatmeal with almond butter, RXbars, fruit, or nuts. I try to have a really big salad for lunch or some sort of protein and veggie combo to keep me going.
PS: Do you count calories? What's the range of calories you eat per day?
JF: I use MyFitnessPal to track; I find it keeps me accountable. Having spent years trying to lose weight, I am still very calorie-conscious, but now I try not to focus as much on calories as I do on eating clean, whole foods when I'm truly hungry. I'm so active I need the fuel, but tracking helps me choose better fuel sources. On average I range between 1,700 and 2,000 calories a day depending on my schedule and how many hours I will be sweating that day!
Jessica: After
PS: What are the healthy staples that are always in your fridge?
JF: Eggs, avocados, berries, and veggies to roast. I've been on a big brussels sprouts and asparagus kick lately! I also always have easy to grab snacks like RXbars and Justin's Almond Butter packets to throw in my purse.
PS: How do you strategize for meals out?
JF: I try to look ahead at the menu and check out what the healthier options are. But let's be real, if I'm going out to eat, it's probably for a special occasion and I am going to enjoy the chips and guacamole because what is life without chips and guacamole? Or ice cream and cookies, but that's another story.
"It's a positive cycle: the better you feel, the better you perform, which makes you want to keep it up!"
PS: Do you use a fitness tracker? Which one, and how do you think it helped you?
JF: I used to use a FitBit regularly. I loved being able to track sleep, workouts, and steps, but I don't think it was prepared for the amount of hours I sweat each day as I've broken three of them.
PS: What role did Flywheel play in your journey?
JF: Being able to turn my passion into a career and take all of my own experiences - the ups, downs, good, bad, all of the lessons - into the stadium and share with this community has been so rewarding. Everyone I get to interact with every day, from the riders to instructors to our leaders, inspires me and keep me motivated to keep pushing myself outside of my comfort zone and never settling. They make me want to be better and stronger and never look back. I just hope that every time I get on that podium I can inspire someone in that room to do something they didn't think they could do because I was once that person who could barely run a block and was too afraid to even try a cycling class.
Jessica: After
PS: What advice do you have for anyone starting out on a weight-loss journey?
JF: Know that it's a long journey and it's never ending - it's not about setting one goal and then being done. It's a forever goal. It's a lifestyle. Not every day will be the healthiest or best day, but know that's not the end. And find the fun factor in your fitness routine! Whatever it is - friends, a class, your playlists - that makes you look forward to your sweat sesh.
How Mandana Dayani Went From Reality TV to EBTH
Rumor Has It That a Haunted Mansion Restaurant at Disney World Is in the Works
When Walt Disney World opened the Haunted Mansion-themed gift shop Memento Mori in 2014, we thought it couldn't get better than that. Well, rumor has it Disney World is stepping up its game - again.
Multiple reports are hinting at the possibility of a Haunted Mansion restaurant in the Magic Kingdom, based on the classic park attraction. Disney World has already proven that it's open to attraction-inspired restaurants; the Jungle Skipper Canteen is a full-service restaurant based on the popular Jungle Cruise ride in the park.
For now, the rumors about a Haunted Mansion-themed restaurant are just that: rumors. Still, fans of the creepy ride (and who isn't a fan?!) can keep their fingers crossed that this idea will indeed become a reality. Stay tuned for any updates as soon as we get them.
12 New Books to Give Modern Moms This Mother's Day
This Mother's Day, ditch the overpriced flowers that will inevitably wither away and gift your mom with a bouquet of enchanting reads she can enjoy all Summer long. From suspense that will keep her up at night to heartwarming love stories that will leave her in bouts of happy tears, these are the 12 books your mom will seriously thank you for.
The 8 Dresses Every Woman Should Own
Trends may come and go, but these dresses will always be a mainstay in our closets. Sure, we may gravitate toward different styles depending on the season and "what's in," but if you stick to these eight essential silhouettes, you'll never be without the right look for any occasion - and we've thought of them all.
From a formal dress (yes, we all need one!) to a work standby, you'll be the girl who has it all just by having these few pieces. Scroll on to see what to shop and why it's worth it.
Tarek El Moussa Just Revealed What Pushed Him to File For Divorce and It Might Shock You
When Tarek El Moussa filed for divorce from wife and HGTV partner in crime Christina El Moussa in December 2016, we had a lot of questions, and now, he's telling all. Tarek recently sat down with Us Weekly to talk about what caused his split, as well as that shocking incident where Christina called the cops on her then-husband in May of last year.
"It was a gradual thing over time," the Flip or Flop star said when asked about what went wrong in his marriage. "We were both very busy people with health issues and kids. We didn't fight, we just grew apart." He explained that his battle with cancer took a toll on their relationship, as well as Christina's fertility issues and their miscarriage after having Taylor, 6, and before welcoming Brayden, 16 months.
Although the news of their split was shocking, fans were even more shocked to find out that Tarek and Christina decided to continue filming the show despite their divorce. When asked if it was awkward, Tarek said, "You have good days and bad days. Now we say, 'Hi, good morning.' We film together and talk about houses and the kids. . . . We'll be together for the rest of our lives because we have kids. We need to get along for the kids and for our sanity."
True that! But things did not seem so cordial between the parents of two after the news broke that Christina called the cops on Tarek after he left their home with a handgun in his backpack. As for why she called 911, Tarek said, "You'd have to ask her. It was blown out of proportion. I went hiking in Chino Hills State Park. We have bobcats, mountain lions. I took my gun only for protection."
He said that they went through counseling to try to work things out, but they realized a separation was the right decision. "Over the Summer, I moved out," Tarek said. "We thought it was best to have space. We didn't want the kids to see us upset."
Although there were some suspicious rumors about Tarek hiring a private investigator to check on Christina, he refuted the claims and said he was "done worrying about the past."
So, how's he doing since the split? In addition to saying he's "totally moved on," Tarek truly sounds like he's living his best life. "My goal is to create memories, and I think I'm doing that," he said. "I'm the happiest I've been in a long time. It takes a situation like this, where you get knocked down and you rebuild yourself into the person you want to be. I'm becoming the person I want to be."
Exclusive: The Deck of Scarlet x BabsBeauty Makeup Palette Is Here
Deck of Scarlet, the subscription makeup palette service, has just revealed its latest collaborator: BabsBeauty. The YouTube beauty sensation (aka Stephanie Stipes) will release her Deck of Scarlet x BabsBeauty onto the masses on May 1. The palette contains seven highly pigmented shades and includes three eye shadows, two lip shades, a blush, a highlighter, and a lip chubby stick.
The stand-out shade in this collection is a saturated royal purple eye shadow called "Sophia." The bright color is ideal for creating bold eye looks with a Summer twist. Using it as an eyeliner or to create a smokey eye will elevate your makeup to a warm-weather appropriate look during months when black can look too harsh.
The shades have a sexy feel to them, which should be no surprise for fans of the BabsBeauty YouTube channel, as she tends to prefer a glamorous full face of makeup. The sleek black packaging says "hot" on the front in bold white letters, which is exactly how you'll feel rocking this palette.
To get your perfectly manicured hands on this product, you need to subscribe to Deck of Scarlet. The subscription service sends customers a makeup palette every other month for $30. If you don't like a month's selection, you can skip that month and only pay for the ones you want to own. The collections are always limited edition and cruelty free, making them a special addition to your beauty collection.
Read on to see all of the shades from this steamy palette.
Exclusive: The Deck of Scarlet x BabsBeauty Makeup Palette Is Here
Deck of Scarlet, the subscription makeup palette service, has just revealed its latest collaborator: BabsBeauty. The YouTube beauty sensation (aka Stephanie Stipes) will release her Deck of Scarlet x BabsBeauty onto the masses on May 1. The palette contains seven highly pigmented shades and includes three eye shadows, two lip shades, a blush, a highlighter, and a lip chubby stick.
The stand-out shade in this collection is a saturated royal purple eye shadow called "Sophia." The bright color is ideal for creating bold eye looks with a Summer twist. Using it as an eyeliner or to create a smokey eye will elevate your makeup to a warm-weather appropriate look during months when black can look too harsh.
The shades have a sexy feel to them, which should be no surprise for fans of the BabsBeauty YouTube channel, as she tends to prefer a glamorous full face of makeup. The sleek black packaging says "hot" on the front in bold white letters, which is exactly how you'll feel rocking this palette.
To get your perfectly manicured hands on this product, you need to subscribe to Deck of Scarlet. The subscription service sends customers a makeup palette every other month for $30. If you don't like a month's selection, you can skip that month and only pay for the ones you want to own. The collections are always limited edition and cruelty free, making them a special addition to your beauty collection.
Read on to see all of the shades from this steamy palette.
You May Not Know the Ladies of Twin Peaks, but You've Been Taking Cues From Their Looks
What can I say about David Lynch's cult '90s TV show, Twin Peaks? At first, I didn't know what to think when my boyfriend suggested we watch the show. Side note: he's a massive Lynch fan and constantly sings James's cringe-worthy song "Just You" for giggles. One episode in, I was hooked not just for the suspenseful storyline and Agent Dale Cooper's undying love of coffee (because same) but for the leading ladies' style, too. I even bought a David Lynch illustrated t-shirt by NYC brand DeerDana, for crying out loud.
The mastermind behind these iconic looks was costume designer Patricia Norris, and the show earned her an Emmy for outstanding costume design in a series in 1990. A majority of the show's costumes are quintessential '90s, and as you probably know, this era, including these sunglasses, is having a major moment. From Audrey Horne to Laura Palmer (and yes, even the Log Lady), let's revisit their biggest style moments from the classic '90s show just in time for the new season to air on Showtime on May 21.
I Started Saying "No" and Began Losing Weight
Saying "no" has never been my forte. I'm a social creature and a "yes" person. Long before FOMO permeated the pop culture landscape, I hated passing up any enticing invitation for a night out - the phrase "I'll sleep when I'm dead" comes to mind when I think about my first years in San Francisco.
Eventually, I woke up and found myself with a complete lack of energy, a totally shot immune system, and a body I barely recognized. The irony of it all was I was coming up on my one-year anniversary of writing for POPSUGAR Fitness. I was sitting at my desk writing all day and going out (almost) every night from work. I was left with exactly zero time to dedicate to my physical fitness or general wellness. Somewhere in my mind I had worked out this deal: since I was writing about health all day long, I was obviously being healthy. Then, I saw one Instagram proving that this was not the case. Seeing this photographic proof was the push I needed to recommit to a consistent routine, but seeing results was much tougher than I had anticipated. And it wasn't because I wasn't making time to work out; it's because I had to start saying "no" to people I love.
No, I can't eat nachos tonight. No, I can't go to your show at 11 p.m. on Wednesday; I have SoulCycle at 7 a.m. (and then, I work all day). No, I can't stop by the bar, because I don't want to be coaxed into drinking a bunch of Manhattans and wake up hungover and hating life. No, I need to leave early, so I can prep meals for the week and clean my house. No, I am not interested in your cupcake. Well . . . I am interested in your cupcake, but no, no thank you.
If you're new to this whole healthy-living gig, heed my advice, and consider this a warning. There are people you love and love spending time with who will do everything in their power to get in your way. They'll tell you they miss seeing you, ask you to skip a Sunday morning class so you can meet them for brunch, and say everyone keeps asking where you've been hiding. Even after explaining that "no" has become more rampant in my vocabulary because of my health, I still felt like I was letting friends down. Guilt plagued me for some time, but once I started reaping the benefits of all my hard work, the response became easier and more natural. And honestly? It feels really good to put my foot down, take the reins, and do what's best for me.
Don't get me wrong: making time for fun is absolutely essential to live a balanced life, and trust me, I have plenty of fun. But I realized that if I was serious about changing my body and changing my life, it was only going to work if I set healthy boundaries that were on my terms. Sure, there are still weeks I spread myself too thin and nights I stay out way too late, but the vast majority of my time is dedicated to living a healthier, more balanced life - and I've got the results to prove it.
I Started Saying "No" and Began Losing Weight
Saying "no" has never been my forte. I'm a social creature and a "yes" person. Long before FOMO permeated the pop culture landscape, I hated passing up any enticing invitation for a night out - the phrase "I'll sleep when I'm dead" comes to mind when I think about my first years in San Francisco.
Eventually, I woke up and found myself with a complete lack of energy, a totally shot immune system, and a body I barely recognized. The irony of it all was I was coming up on my one-year anniversary of writing for POPSUGAR Fitness. I was sitting at my desk writing all day and going out (almost) every night from work. I was left with exactly zero time to dedicate to my physical fitness or general wellness. Somewhere in my mind I had worked out this deal: since I was writing about health all day long, I was obviously being healthy. Then, I saw one Instagram proving that this was not the case. Seeing this photographic proof was the push I needed to recommit to a consistent routine, but seeing results was much tougher than I had anticipated. And it wasn't because I wasn't making time to work out; it's because I had to start saying "no" to people I love.
No, I can't eat nachos tonight. No, I can't go to your show at 11 p.m. on Wednesday; I have SoulCycle at 7 a.m. (and then, I work all day). No, I can't stop by the bar, because I don't want to be coaxed into drinking a bunch of Manhattans and wake up hungover and hating life. No, I need to leave early, so I can prep meals for the week and clean my house. No, I am not interested in your cupcake. Well . . . I am interested in your cupcake, but no, no thank you.
If you're new to this whole healthy-living gig, heed my advice, and consider this a warning. There are people you love and love spending time with who will do everything in their power to get in your way. They'll tell you they miss seeing you, ask you to skip a Sunday morning class so you can meet them for brunch, and say everyone keeps asking where you've been hiding. Even after explaining that "no" has become more rampant in my vocabulary because of my health, I still felt like I was letting friends down. Guilt plagued me for some time, but once I started reaping the benefits of all my hard work, the response became easier and more natural. And honestly? It feels really good to put my foot down, take the reins, and do what's best for me.
Don't get me wrong: making time for fun is absolutely essential to live a balanced life, and trust me, I have plenty of fun. But I realized that if I was serious about changing my body and changing my life, it was only going to work if I set healthy boundaries that were on my terms. Sure, there are still weeks I spread myself too thin and nights I stay out way too late, but the vast majority of my time is dedicated to living a healthier, more balanced life - and I've got the results to prove it.
You'll Want These DIY Mermaid Gardens to Be a Part of Your World
If you thought that your garden (or porch or fire escape) couldn't get any more enchanted than a fairy garden, you thought wrong. Some creative gardeners are going a step beyond pixie dust and taking things under the sea, crafting their very own mermaid gardens.
Many of these mini mermaid havens are made complete by sea-glass pieces, shells, bits of dried coral, and even plants that look like underwater flora. Simply add a mermaid figurine or two, and Ariel herself will feel jealous! Get inspired to create your own siren sanctuary by checking out the gorgeous examples ahead.
13 Ink Ideas to Celebrate the Love You Have For Your Child
If you are looking for a special way to celebrate the love you have for your child, a sweet tattoo says it all. Although not all parents may be keen on getting an entire sleeve of their kids' doodles, there are still many ink ideas that look classic. We rounded up some amazing artistic designs to help inspire both moms and dads looking for a more permanent way to honor their kids. From your baby's name to his footprints, the following real-life tats are inspired by the ones you love most - your children.
13 Ink Ideas to Celebrate the Love You Have For Your Child
If you are looking for a special way to celebrate the love you have for your child, a sweet tattoo says it all. Although not all parents may be keen on getting an entire sleeve of their kids' doodles, there are still many ink ideas that look classic. We rounded up some amazing artistic designs to help inspire both moms and dads looking for a more permanent way to honor their kids. From your baby's name to his footprints, the following real-life tats are inspired by the ones you love most - your children.
Sip on These Low-Calorie Starbucks Drinks - All 150 Calories or Fewer!
You very well could expect to walk out of Starbucks with a 400-calorie bomb in a cup, but it doesn't have to be that way! There are tons of hot and cold beverages that are half the calories so you can feel like you're indulging without your waistline showing it. Check out this list of Starbucks Tall (12-ounce) drinks, all under 150 calories.
Coffee:
- Caffè Misto; a one-to-one mix of fresh brewed coffee and steamed milk: 80 calories (two percent milk), 40 calories (almond milk)
- Caffè Latte; espresso with steamed milk and a light layer of foam: 150 calories (two percent milk), 80 calories (almond milk)
- Cappuccino; espresso with a thick layer of thick foam: 90 calories (two percent milk), 80 calories (almond milk)
- Caramel Macchiato; freshly steamed milk with vanilla-flavored syrup and espresso, topped with caramel drizzle: 150 calories (nonfat milk), 130 calories (almond milk)
- Vanilla Latte; espresso blended with creamy steamed milk and vanilla syrup: 150 calories (nonfat milk)
- Iced Caffè Latte; espresso with milk, served over ice: 70 calories (two percent milk), 50 calories (almond milk)
- Iced Vanilla Latte; espresso blended with milk and vanilla syrup, served over ice: 140 calorie (two percent milk), 100 calories (almond milk)
- Iced Skinny Cinnamon Dolce Latte; espresso, steamed nonfat milk, sugar-free cinnamon-dolce-flavored syrup, cinnamon dolce topping, served over ice: 60 calories
- Iced Coconutmilk Mocha Macchiato; chilled Sumatran coconut milk, white chocolate mocha, and espresso roast with caramel drizzle and a swirl of mocha: 150 calories (almond milk)
- Caramel Light Frappuccino Blended Coffee; buttery caramel syrup combined with Frappuccino roast coffee, nonfat milk, and ice: 100 calories
- Caffè Vanilla Light Frappuccino Blended Coffee; blended Frappuccino roast coffee, vanilla bean powder, nonfat milk, and ice: 130 calories
- Coffee Light Frappuccino Blended Coffee; Starbucks coffee blended with nonfat milk and ice: 90 calories
Tea
- Chai Latte; black tea infused with cinnamon, clove, and other warming spices combined with steamed milk, topped with foam: 140 calories (almond milk)
- Green Tea Latte; matcha lightly sweetened, with steamed milk: 140 calories (nonfat milk), 120 calories (almond milk)
- Iced Chai Latte; black tea infused with cinnamon, clove, and other warming spices, milk, and ice: 150 calories (nonfat milk), 140 calories (almond milk)
- Iced Green Tea Latte; matcha lightly sweetened, steamed milk, and ice: 120 calories (nonfat milk), 100 calories (almond milk)
- Teavana Shaken Iced White Tea Lemonade; white tea, ice, and lemonade: 70 calories
- Teavana Shaken Iced Black Tea; black tea lightly sweetened, with ice: 30 calories
- Teavana Shaken Iced Green Tea; green tea blended with mint, lemongrass, and lemon verbena, lightly sweetened, with ice: 30 calories
- Teavana Shaken Berry Sangria Herbal Tea; Teavana Iced Passion Tango Tea, apple juice, with real blackberries and orange slices: 120 calories
Refreshers
- Cool Lime Starbucks Refreshers Beverage; real fruit juice, mint, and a lime slice, with Green Coffee Extract: 45 calories
- Strawberry Acai Starbucks Refreshers Beverage; strawberry flavors accented by passion fruit, acai, and lightly caffeinated with Green Coffee Extract: 80 calories
- Pink Drink (16 oz.); strawberry acai Refreshers Beverage with accents of passion fruit, with coconut milk: 140 calories
- Very Berry Hibiscus Starbucks Refreshers Beverage; real fruit juice, whole blackberries, with Green Coffee Extract: 60 calories
Sip on These Low-Calorie Starbucks Drinks - All 150 Calories or Fewer!
You very well could expect to walk out of Starbucks with a 400-calorie bomb in a cup, but it doesn't have to be that way! There are tons of hot and cold beverages that are half the calories so you can feel like you're indulging without your waistline showing it. Check out this list of Starbucks Tall (12-ounce) drinks, all under 150 calories.
Coffee:
- Caffè Misto; a one-to-one mix of fresh brewed coffee and steamed milk: 80 calories (two percent milk), 40 calories (almond milk)
- Caffè Latte; espresso with steamed milk and a light layer of foam: 150 calories (two percent milk), 80 calories (almond milk)
- Cappuccino; espresso with a thick layer of thick foam: 90 calories (two percent milk), 80 calories (almond milk)
- Caramel Macchiato; freshly steamed milk with vanilla-flavored syrup and espresso, topped with caramel drizzle: 150 calories (nonfat milk), 130 calories (almond milk)
- Vanilla Latte; espresso blended with creamy steamed milk and vanilla syrup: 150 calories (nonfat milk)
- Iced Caffè Latte; espresso with milk, served over ice: 70 calories (two percent milk), 50 calories (almond milk)
- Iced Vanilla Latte; espresso blended with milk and vanilla syrup, served over ice: 140 calorie (two percent milk), 100 calories (almond milk)
- Iced Skinny Cinnamon Dolce Latte; espresso, steamed nonfat milk, sugar-free cinnamon-dolce-flavored syrup, cinnamon dolce topping, served over ice: 60 calories
- Iced Coconutmilk Mocha Macchiato; chilled Sumatran coconut milk, white chocolate mocha, and espresso roast with caramel drizzle and a swirl of mocha: 150 calories (almond milk)
- Caramel Light Frappuccino Blended Coffee; buttery caramel syrup combined with Frappuccino roast coffee, nonfat milk, and ice: 100 calories
- Caffè Vanilla Light Frappuccino Blended Coffee; blended Frappuccino roast coffee, vanilla bean powder, nonfat milk, and ice: 130 calories
- Coffee Light Frappuccino Blended Coffee; Starbucks coffee blended with nonfat milk and ice: 90 calories
Tea
- Chai Latte; black tea infused with cinnamon, clove, and other warming spices combined with steamed milk, topped with foam: 140 calories (almond milk)
- Green Tea Latte; matcha lightly sweetened, with steamed milk: 140 calories (nonfat milk), 120 calories (almond milk)
- Iced Chai Latte; black tea infused with cinnamon, clove, and other warming spices, milk, and ice: 150 calories (nonfat milk), 140 calories (almond milk)
- Iced Green Tea Latte; matcha lightly sweetened, steamed milk, and ice: 120 calories (nonfat milk), 100 calories (almond milk)
- Teavana Shaken Iced White Tea Lemonade; white tea, ice, and lemonade: 70 calories
- Teavana Shaken Iced Black Tea; black tea lightly sweetened, with ice: 30 calories
- Teavana Shaken Iced Green Tea; green tea blended with mint, lemongrass, and lemon verbena, lightly sweetened, with ice: 30 calories
- Teavana Shaken Berry Sangria Herbal Tea; Teavana Iced Passion Tango Tea, apple juice, with real blackberries and orange slices: 120 calories
Refreshers
- Cool Lime Starbucks Refreshers Beverage; real fruit juice, mint, and a lime slice, with Green Coffee Extract: 45 calories
- Strawberry Acai Starbucks Refreshers Beverage; strawberry flavors accented by passion fruit, acai, and lightly caffeinated with Green Coffee Extract: 80 calories
- Pink Drink (16 oz.); strawberry acai Refreshers Beverage with accents of passion fruit, with coconut milk: 140 calories
- Very Berry Hibiscus Starbucks Refreshers Beverage; real fruit juice, whole blackberries, with Green Coffee Extract: 60 calories
Why This Blogger Simply Refuses to Go on a "Diet" and You Should, Too!
This post was originally posted on Yanira Garza and written by Yanira Garza, who is a part of POPSUGAR Select Latina.
First, let me start by saying dieting is bullsh*t. I love food, and I like to eat. However, I also have always been a very thin woman. I was 110 pounds when I got married in 2006, so, naturally, when I was pregnant with my daughter, I figured I could eat the whole house and not gain a pound. Uh, not true.
I gained almost 70 pounds and because eating healthy and exercising were things I did not understand, it was hard for my body to bounce back. Two months at the gym changed that, and at 135 pounds, I still wasn't at my prebirth weight. But, I looked better than ever. With my second, I embarked on a clean eating journey towards the end that helped me bounced back almost a week later. When E was just two months old, I was 125 pounds. Baby M brought on a few old bad eating habits, and after slowly losing the weight, my father's passing helped me find passion in tubs of ice cream and 10 pounds more were added.
Now, let me add that I do not need to lose weight. I'm curvier, a bit soft in the middle, but that's not a bad thing. At 5'8" and 150 pounds, I'm the size of a fabulous woman. But I do need to eat better. The pizza, the ice cream, the sweets are getting out of hand. My emotional eating has spiraled so out of control that it is causing headaches, dizziness, irritability, exhaustion, lack of energy and a serious creative block. For a mom of three, no bueno. So instead of a diet, since I'm not here for that yo-yo type life, I'm focusing on eating better and doing better to simply be better. It isn't about a number on the scale. They all look the same on my body anyhow.
In a little less than a month, I will be 32 and I cannot start another year of my life letting old habit resurface. Of those, I have plenty and I need not one. So yes to more water, fresh food from the farmer's market, less meat (and more greens), long walks, stretching, great coffee in the morning and soothing teas at night, not looking at the scale, actually sleeping eight hours, disconnecting more and actually reading things that matter, because my health matters.
I write this as I enjoy a nice lunch of roasted sweet peppers and onion tacos, drizzled in avocado salsa. Here's to good living.
Dunkin' Donuts FINALLY Gets In on the Frozen Coffee Game
Dunkin' Donuts fans have something to celebrate today - the coffeehouse chain just announced that it will have straight-up frozen coffee drinks. Finally! Now when we're craving a cold Dunkin' treat but don't want all the bells and whistles of a Coolatta, we can reach for the new Frozen Dunkin' Coffee. The new menu item, which will be a permanent part of the lineup, is made with a "special extract featuring 100 percent Arabica coffee to bring forward the signature flavor of the brand's premium coffee, blended with ice and dairy for a rich, sweet, and creamy beverage," according to a press release.
The new frozen coffee landed in select Dunkin' Donuts locations today, and the brand also announced it would be offering free samples of it on May 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in select stores. My nearest Dunkin' doesn't yet have the new drink, but if yours does and you've tried it, let us know what you think!
11 Stars Who Attended the Met Gala For the Very First Time This Year
The Met Gala is known for bringing the glitz and glamour, and this year was no different. On Monday night, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC was swarming with gorgeous couples, delicious eye candy, and some of Hollywood's rising stars. Even though veterans like Sarah Jessica Parker decided to sit this year out, there were plenty of fresh faces in the crowd. Can you believe this was Celine Dion's first Met Gala ever? Neither can we. See what other celebs scored their surprising first invite to the elite party this year.
13 Things You Never Knew About the Original It Movie
This September, the first half of the two-part film adaptation of Stephen King's 1986 novel, It, will be released. For those unfamiliar, the story follows a group of childhood friends who is terrorized by a shape-shifting, evil being that preys on the fears of its victims. Over 20 years later, the creature - which often takes the form of a clown named Pennywise aka "It" - returns, forcing the friends, now adults, to come together and protect the next generation as well as themselves.
The Fall film, which features a cast of young up-and-coming actors (including Bill Skarsgard as Pennywise), will be so terrifying that it'll have you shaking in your boots. Yet, this isn't the first time the horror story has hit the screens. In 1990, the first adaptation aired on ABC as a miniseries, starring Rocky Horror Picture Show alum Tim Curry as the demented clown. Take a look at the list below to learn a few fun facts about the original TV film, and don't forget to check out the teaser trailer for the upcoming remake!
- Jonathan Brandis was in another Stephen King adaptation before his starring role in It. Just one year before his portrayal as a young Bill Denbrough in It, a 13-year-old Jonathan Brandis was used to voice over the beginning scenes of Pet Semetery, a film based on King's 1983 novel of the same name. Years later, Brandis would go on to voice a main character in an animated television series remake of Disney's Aladdin; however, it was his breakout role in It that paved the way for the child actor and made him a teen heartthrob of the 90s.
- A real-life "killer clown" is rumored to have inspired the story. Just a few years before King's novel was released, John Wayne Gacy was convicted for the rape and murder of 33 boys in 1980 in Illinois. Declared a "killer clown" by the media, Gacy had spent years providing entertainment at children's parties and charity events dressed as "Pogo the Clown," a character he created. While King has never confirmed the public's 1980s clown frenzy as his inspiration for It, it's hard to imagine that two killer clowns in one decade is a coincidence. King did, however, speak about the 2016 clown hysteria on his Twitter, stating, "Hey, guys, time to cool the clown hysteria--most of em are good, cheer up the kiddies, make people laugh." Furthermore, just a couple of weeks after the trailer for the 2017 film remake was released, King tweeted, "The clowns are p*ssed at me. Sorry, most are great. BUT . . . kids have always been scared of clowns. Don't kill the messengers for the message."
- Eerily, two main cast members both passed away in 2003. In the film, Three's Company actor John Ritter portrayed Ben Hanscom and a preteen Jonathan Brandis played young Bill Denbrough. In 2003, Ritter tragically passed away from surgical complications, while a 27-year-old Brandis committed suicide. In an interview with Yahoo celebrating It's 25th anniversary, the director of the miniseries, Tommy Lee Wallace, spoke about Brandis: "He had matured a bit, of course, but he seemed overly serious and distracted, as well. I recognize now that it may have been depression; wish I'd had better insight at the time, but it's probably naive to think I could've helped him in some way." He continued, "A tragedy. As was John Ritter, whose life felt very much unfinished, even though he had a long and varied career."
- The budget was monumental for a television film. A whopping $12 million was given for the creation of the horror project, which was just a two-night television event; with inflation, that'd be over $21 million today. In comparison, this year's film reboot had a budget of $30 million for the big screen.
- Brandis found it difficult to play a character with a stutter. In an original 1990 interview with cast members during the film's production, a young Jonathan Brandis told Fangoria magazine, "One of the reasons this movie's harder is that I have to stutter, and that's a really difficult thing - which I never realized when I auditioned for it. They said I had to stutter, and I thought, 'Hey, that can't be so hard!' But I had to get coaching on the set, because it was really tough."
- A longer, more expansive format was originally considered. When reflecting on the original film, screenwriter Larry Cohen stated, "This was the heyday of networks adapting lengthy novels for TV, and initially It was going to be an eight-to-ten hour series." He continued, "ABC was always nervous about It, primarily the fact that it was in the horror genre, but also the eight-to-ten hour commitment. They loved the piece, but lost their nerve in terms of how many hours they were willing to commit. Eventually, they were agreed to a two-night, four-hour commitment." While the shorter format was ultimately successful, Cohen acknowledges that anthology/miniseries today are extremely popular and had they been given more time back in 1990, "It would have provided the canvas to really get to know these characters."
- The network placed restrictions on the gore-factor. During production, screenwriter Larry Cohen told Fangoria that they had to cut out "a fair amount" of gore. He explained, "One of the problems dealing in television is that the standards and practices of TV are concerned about children in jeopardy, yet the nature of what this book is about is children in jeopardy - it's founded on that theme." However, the restrictions still allowed for a few gross scenes, such as a wet corpse climbing out of a pond and bubbling blood. Eek!
- It took forever to apply Curry's clown makeup. In an on-set interview, Curry told Fangoria that it took roughly three hours to apply his makeup. Annette O'Toole, who played Beverly Marsh, confirmed this to Yahoo, remembering, "The poor guy had to spend a ton of time in make-up chairs. He knew the score, but it was crazy. We'd see him running back and forth from the set to his make-up trailer all the time."
- A film adaptation was in the works before the novel was even released. The two-part television adaptation of It was released in 1990, just four years after the book hit shelves across America. Screenwriter Larry Cohen told Yahoo about how the project first came together. Sharing his story, he stated, "It's 1986, and the phone rings in my New York apartment. My agent's voice on the other end says, 'How would you like to do a Stephen King adaptation for ABC?' I pressed him for more details, and he told me, 'It's called It, and it hasn't been published yet.'" Apparently, after reading only 100 pages of the original 1,138-page manuscript, he signed on to tackle the project.
- Stephen King didn't have a hand in the movie's creation. King told Yahoo, "I was hands-off in the making of It, basically saying, 'Hope you guys do a good job; I wish you well.' These days, I have a lot more input into film and television adaptations of my work, in the sense that I can greenlight cast members or screenwriters or directors. Back then, I'm not so sure that I did. And even if I had, I probably still would have decided to be hands-off." His lack of involvement in such an iconic film is somewhat surprising, especially because It wasn't the first major adaptation of one of King's works; over 15 of his stories had been created for the screen prior to It's release.
- Costars Annette O'Toole and John Ritter had just done a movie together. O'Toole told Yahoo, "I'd just done a TV movie with John Ritter, The Dreamer of Oz, and we had come in for a looping session when I asked what he was doing next. He told me about It and I said it sounded awesome. He looked at me and said, 'They haven't cast the girl yet.'" A few weeks later, the actress was cast as Beverly Marsh, marking the second time she and Ritter were cast as costars after The Dreamer of Oz, which was also released in 1990. Years later, O'Toole was featured in another King adaptation, Hulu's 11.22.63.
- Key scenes and characters from the book had to be cut. Upon its release, the novel came in at 1,138 pages. With only a four-hour time slot (some of which was designated for commercials), many scenes had to be cut. For example: the scene when the members of the group all lose their virginity to Beverly (although, we're guessing this was cut for other reasons as well). Larry Cohen, It's screenwriter, shared, "I can't even begin to enumerate my favorite scenes from the book that we had to cut, because there are so many of them. . . . The way I see it, the best moments from the book made the cut and the rest are casualties of war." Though things were removed, the end product was still amazing! Not to mention, the upcoming reboot will span two films, giving fans the opportunity to see more of the text make it to the screen.
- Very few cast members actually had to audition. To get the network to support the project, director Tommy Lee Wallace looked to cast well-known television actors, which at the time included the likes of John Ritter (Three's Company) and Harry Anderson (Night Court, Saturday Night Live). Wallace told Yahoo, "Most of the adult casting was 'telephone' casting, which is, 'No need to audition so-and-so for the role, they'd be brilliant.'" However, when it came to casting the children, the young actors had to jump through a few more hoops. Marlon Taylor, who portrayed young Mike Hanlon, remembered, "I went through two auditions and three or four callbacks before I was told that I had the part of young Mike."
11 Stars Who Attended the Met Gala For the Very First Time This Year
The Met Gala is known for bringing the glitz and glamour, and this year was no different. On Monday night, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC was swarming with gorgeous couples, delicious eye candy, and some of Hollywood's rising stars. Even though veterans like Sarah Jessica Parker decided to sit this year out, there were plenty of fresh faces in the crowd. Can you believe this was Celine Dion's first Met Gala ever? Neither can we. See what other celebs scored their surprising first invite to the elite party this year.
Dunkin' Donuts FINALLY Gets In on the Frozen Coffee Game
Dunkin' Donuts fans have something to celebrate today - the coffeehouse chain just announced that it will have straight-up frozen coffee drinks. Finally! Now when we're craving a cold Dunkin' treat but don't want all the bells and whistles of a Coolatta, we can reach for the new Frozen Dunkin' Coffee. The new menu item, which will be a permanent part of the lineup, is made with a "special extract featuring 100 percent Arabica coffee to bring forward the signature flavor of the brand's premium coffee, blended with ice and dairy for a rich, sweet, and creamy beverage," according to a press release.
The new frozen coffee landed in select Dunkin' Donuts locations today, and the brand also announced it would be offering free samples of it on May 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in select stores. My nearest Dunkin' doesn't yet have the new drink, but if yours does and you've tried it, let us know what you think!
25 Mother's Day Gifts She'll Actually Use
Let's be real, Mother's Day gifts often end up sitting in the trash (eventually) or collecting dust in the closet. It's not like Mom doesn't love you or like your gift; she just doesn't quite know what the hell to do with it. So that's why this year, you should skip the cookie jar for something a little more practical. Think about what she uses every day, what she can't live without, and what she's obsessed with. You do know her best; be realistic about what she'll love and what she'll use. Here's 25 gift ideas to help you get started.
Why This Blogger Simply Refuses to Go on a "Diet" and You Should, Too!
This post was originally posted on Yanira Garza and written by Yanira Garza, who is a part of POPSUGAR Select Latina.
First, let me start by saying dieting is bullsh*t. I love food, and I like to eat. However, I also have always been a very thin woman. I was 110 pounds when I got married in 2006, so, naturally, when I was pregnant with my daughter, I figured I could eat the whole house and not gain a pound. Uh, not true.
I gained almost 70 pounds and because eating healthy and exercising were things I did not understand, it was hard for my body to bounce back. Two months at the gym changed that, and at 135 pounds, I still wasn't at my prebirth weight. But, I looked better than ever. With my second, I embarked on a clean eating journey towards the end that helped me bounced back almost a week later. When E was just two months old, I was 125 pounds. Baby M brought on a few old bad eating habits, and after slowly losing the weight, my father's passing helped me find passion in tubs of ice cream and 10 pounds more were added.
Now, let me add that I do not need to lose weight. I'm curvier, a bit soft in the middle, but that's not a bad thing. At 5'8" and 150 pounds, I'm the size of a fabulous woman. But I do need to eat better. The pizza, the ice cream, the sweets are getting out of hand. My emotional eating has spiraled so out of control that it is causing headaches, dizziness, irritability, exhaustion, lack of energy and a serious creative block. For a mom of three, no bueno. So instead of a diet, since I'm not here for that yo-yo type life, I'm focusing on eating better and doing better to simply be better. It isn't about a number on the scale. They all look the same on my body anyhow.
In a little less than a month, I will be 32 and I cannot start another year of my life letting old habit resurface. Of those, I have plenty and I need not one. So yes to more water, fresh food from the farmer's market, less meat (and more greens), long walks, stretching, great coffee in the morning and soothing teas at night, not looking at the scale, actually sleeping eight hours, disconnecting more and actually reading things that matter, because my health matters.
I write this as I enjoy a nice lunch of roasted sweet peppers and onion tacos, drizzled in avocado salsa. Here's to good living.
37 Weekend Outfits to Have on Hand - Till the End of Time
So, it's the weekend. What's on deck? A 'grammable brunch, quick shopping trip, and night out - whether romantic or festive - all sound good to us. But hey, these are your days off, and it's time to unwind. While you'll want to stay chic, there's no denying that comfort's still a goal.
We've taken all occasions into account, along with the changing season, and come up with 37 outfits you'll absolutely need for a successful end to the week. Read on to make sure you've got the essentials to work this two-day wardrobe, and be sure to digest our styling tips.
Step Up Your Street Style With the Color-Changing Iridescent Nike Air Force 1s
Iridescent is here, and it's taken over our makeup routines, our clothing, and, now, our Air Force 1s. It's the magical color of the season, and this Nike Air Force 1 "Iridescent" Pack ($100 each) would make even Nelly proud (circa 2002). The collection includes three options: Anthracite, Still Blue, and Track Red, but Anthracite's mystical translucent sole makes it the clear must-have colorway.
If the shoes weren't magical enough, step outside and they'll change change color as they reflect light. All three pairs are available online at Atmos Tokyo, so order these holographic kicks ASAP.
Mom Says "Hello and Goodbye" to Baby She Carried to Term For Organ Donation
Update: The Young family has since said hello and goodbye to sweet baby Eva, who passed away in utero and was delivered on April 17. In a post to Facebook, Royce shared a striking and emotional photo of him and his baby girl, while Keri shared a lighter, smiley family photo on Instagram and Facebook, which included the couple's son, Harrison. "She was so perfect in her own little way," Keri wrote. "I'll be sharing more about her incredible story later. And of course, this is NOT a sad post. Don't hit that button."
Original Story: "The other night, before I left for New Orleans, I was watching my beautiful wife sleep peacefully on the couch," writes Royce Young in a heartbreaking post to Facebook. "I looked at her laying there, her belly big with our daughter kicking away, a daughter that won't live more than a few days, and it just overwhelmed me of how incredible this woman is."
Young's loving ode to his strong and incredible wife, Keri, is making its rounds on the internet, simultaneously breaking hearts and helping the world to see what true selflessness looks like. After getting the unthinkable news that their developing daughter, Eva, does not have a brain and won't live long after birth, Keri asked through sobs whether she'd be able to donate Eva's organs if she carried her to term.
"I remember our doctor putting her hand on Keri's shoulder and saying, 'Oh honey, that's so brave of you to say.' Like, how nice of you, but come on. Keri meant it," Young writes. "There I was, crestfallen and heartbroken, but I momentarily got lifted out of the moment and just stood in awe of her. I was a spectator to my own life, watching a superhero find her superpowers. In literally the worst moment of her life, finding out her baby was going to die, it took her less than a minute to think of someone else and how her selflessness could help. It's one of the most powerful things I've ever experienced."
Young's post continues as he outlines the entire devastating situation while marveling at Keri's strength.
This whole process has been rough, but I say that as someone watching from the bleachers like the rest of you. Keri has been in the trenches the entire time, feeling every little kick, every hiccup and every roll. She's reminded every moment of every day that she's carrying a baby that will die. Her back hurts. Her feet are sore. She's got all the super fun pregnant stuff going on. But the light at the end of her nine-month tunnel will turn into a darkness she's never felt before a couple hours or days after Eva is born. She's the one that is going to deal with all that comes with having a baby - her milk coming in, the recovery process, etc, but with no snuggly, soft, beautiful newborn to look at to remind you that it was all worth it.
We made our choice to carry Eva to full term for a lot of reasons, but the first and foremost was to donate her organs. We don't say that to try and sound like great people or anything. It was just a practical endgame that in our minds, before we came to the realization Eva is alive and our daughter deserves to meet her mama and daddy, gave us a purpose to continue on. Donating was on Keri's mind from darn near the second we found out and while the experience of holding and kissing our daughter will be something we cherish forever, the gift(s) she's got inside that little body of hers is what really matters. Keri saw that almost instantly. . . .
We're getting closer to the finish line, and while it's going to be amazing to run through that tape and meet Eva, it comes at a cost. We'll go to the hospital for a birth, and go home without a baby. A lot of people say things like, 'I wouldn't change anything' after a trying circumstance, but I'm not about to say that. I would definitely change this if I could. I want my daughter to be perfect. I want her to blow out her candles on her first birthday. I want to watch her bang her head on our coffee table trying to learn to walk. I want her to run up a cell phone bill texting boys. I want to walk her down an aisle. I want to change it all so, so badly. But I can't. This is our reality. And there's no stopping it.
Young finishes his soul-crushing post with final thoughts on Keri's character. "She's TOUGH. She's BRAVE. She's incredible. She's remarkable," he writes. "She's cut from a different cloth, combining wit, beauty, courage, silliness, character, and integrity into one spectacular woman. And somehow, she's my wife. Not that I needed some awful situation like this to actually see all of that, but what it did was make me want to tell everyone else about it."
Asia Kate Dillon Is the Change-Maker the Beauty Industry Has Been Waiting For
In a Donald Trump presidency era, where many social issues seem to be moving backwards in time, it's more important than ever to celebrate the change-makers breaking barriers. Actor Asia Kate Dillon is one of those leaders, whose initiatives to normalize nonbinary gender identity in Hollywood are rewriting history. (FYI, nonbinary gender means a person is not exclusively male or female and would usually use the pronoun "they" instead of "him" or "her.")
Asia is credited for playing the first genderqueer character in a mainstream TV show for their role of Taylor Mason in Showtime's Billions. Off-screen, Asia also identifies as genderfluid.
"My assigned sex is Female," Asia recently clarified on Twitter. "My gender identity is Non-binary. Anatomy and biology are complicated. I said sex, only as in anatomy . . . Sex is between legs. Identity is between ears."
This year, Asia made headlines when they submitted their name for an Emmy Award and choose "actor" instead of "actress," because the former is a more gender-neutral word. The public move to push gender boundaries prompted MTV to combine previously male-and-female-separated categories at the MTV Awards, and Asia will take the stage to present the award for best actor in a movie.
"I'm proud of MTV for joining the conversation about breaking down binaries," Asia told W. "Binaries, whether it be man or woman or black or white, they were created to separate us, to create an us and a them. Without binaries, there's only us. Which means we're actually all equal. So to be presenting the first acting award in history that is based solely on performance and not on sex or gender identity is a historic moment and it's a moment that will go down in history, and that is a history I share not only with my family, friends and coworkers, but with all the trans, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming people, particularly people of color, who have been leading the way for change long before I was born."
But that is not the only reason we want to watch Asia. They're also a beauty inspiration - rocking a badass shaved head, seriously gorgeous eyebrows, flawless skin, and unique tattoos. If their career keeps up (Asia has also appeared in Orange Is the New Black, Younger, and Master of None), landing a beauty campaign is only a matter of time. Oh, and if you were wondering, Asia told Ellen DeGeneres their romantic partner identifies as male.
Keep reading to see more reasons why Asia is our latest beauty idol.
Mom Says "Hello and Goodbye" to Baby She Carried to Term For Organ Donation
Update: The Young family has since said hello and goodbye to sweet baby Eva, who passed away in utero and was delivered on April 17. In a post to Facebook, Royce shared a striking and emotional photo of him and his baby girl, while Keri shared a lighter, smiley family photo on Instagram and Facebook, which included the couple's son, Harrison. "She was so perfect in her own little way," Keri wrote. "I'll be sharing more about her incredible story later. And of course, this is NOT a sad post. Don't hit that button."
Original Story: "The other night, before I left for New Orleans, I was watching my beautiful wife sleep peacefully on the couch," writes Royce Young in a heartbreaking post to Facebook. "I looked at her laying there, her belly big with our daughter kicking away, a daughter that won't live more than a few days, and it just overwhelmed me of how incredible this woman is."
Young's loving ode to his strong and incredible wife, Keri, is making its rounds on the internet, simultaneously breaking hearts and helping the world to see what true selflessness looks like. After getting the unthinkable news that their developing daughter, Eva, does not have a brain and won't live long after birth, Keri asked through sobs whether she'd be able to donate Eva's organs if she carried her to term.
"I remember our doctor putting her hand on Keri's shoulder and saying, 'Oh honey, that's so brave of you to say.' Like, how nice of you, but come on. Keri meant it," Young writes. "There I was, crestfallen and heartbroken, but I momentarily got lifted out of the moment and just stood in awe of her. I was a spectator to my own life, watching a superhero find her superpowers. In literally the worst moment of her life, finding out her baby was going to die, it took her less than a minute to think of someone else and how her selflessness could help. It's one of the most powerful things I've ever experienced."
Young's post continues as he outlines the entire devastating situation while marveling at Keri's strength.
This whole process has been rough, but I say that as someone watching from the bleachers like the rest of you. Keri has been in the trenches the entire time, feeling every little kick, every hiccup and every roll. She's reminded every moment of every day that she's carrying a baby that will die. Her back hurts. Her feet are sore. She's got all the super fun pregnant stuff going on. But the light at the end of her nine-month tunnel will turn into a darkness she's never felt before a couple hours or days after Eva is born. She's the one that is going to deal with all that comes with having a baby - her milk coming in, the recovery process, etc, but with no snuggly, soft, beautiful newborn to look at to remind you that it was all worth it.
We made our choice to carry Eva to full term for a lot of reasons, but the first and foremost was to donate her organs. We don't say that to try and sound like great people or anything. It was just a practical endgame that in our minds, before we came to the realization Eva is alive and our daughter deserves to meet her mama and daddy, gave us a purpose to continue on. Donating was on Keri's mind from darn near the second we found out and while the experience of holding and kissing our daughter will be something we cherish forever, the gift(s) she's got inside that little body of hers is what really matters. Keri saw that almost instantly. . . .
We're getting closer to the finish line, and while it's going to be amazing to run through that tape and meet Eva, it comes at a cost. We'll go to the hospital for a birth, and go home without a baby. A lot of people say things like, 'I wouldn't change anything' after a trying circumstance, but I'm not about to say that. I would definitely change this if I could. I want my daughter to be perfect. I want her to blow out her candles on her first birthday. I want to watch her bang her head on our coffee table trying to learn to walk. I want her to run up a cell phone bill texting boys. I want to walk her down an aisle. I want to change it all so, so badly. But I can't. This is our reality. And there's no stopping it.
Young finishes his soul-crushing post with final thoughts on Keri's character. "She's TOUGH. She's BRAVE. She's incredible. She's remarkable," he writes. "She's cut from a different cloth, combining wit, beauty, courage, silliness, character, and integrity into one spectacular woman. And somehow, she's my wife. Not that I needed some awful situation like this to actually see all of that, but what it did was make me want to tell everyone else about it."
Kendall Jenner's Vogue India Cover Is Facing Major Backlash
To celebrate Vogue India's 10th anniversary, editor Priya Tanna enlisted two very iconic fashion forces to come together for a shoot. Mario Testino brought Kendall Jenner to Samode Palace near Jaipur, India, which is even more beautiful than you might imagine. Bright, beautiful architecture is the backdrop to a series where Kendall wears monochrome outfits in breezy silhouettes, all of which are not just Pinterest-worthy but also spot-on trend inspiration for the season. Mario is even offering the most gorgeous pic of the bunch up for sale on his site, Mira Mira, in support of the charity Girl Rising India.
Still, since the issue's release, Kendall and Vogue India have been facing major backlash from readers as they were shocked that the magazine hadn't chosen an Indian model for such an important cover. This reminds us of a similar situation Kendall's pal Gigi Hadid faced for her Vogue Arabia cover. Ahead, have a look at the cover and editorial that's now at the center of some drama.
- Additional reporting by Nikita Ramsinghani
5 Photos of Your Kids That You Shouldn't Post to Social Media
If anyone knows how tempting it is to share our kids' hysterical, adorable, or unreal moments with our entire social networks, it's us. We get it. Proud parents want to shout their children's accomplishments - regardless of how big or small - from the (virtual) rooftop. But the Internet is a vast and potentially scary place, and it's our duty to protect our families. As nice as it would be if those privacy settings were a sufficient barrier, there are still caveats to every safety net that we have to be conscious of. Here, five times that parents should hold off on sharing their kids' snaps with the Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter-verse.
5 Photos of Your Kids That You Shouldn't Post to Social Media
If anyone knows how tempting it is to share our kids' hysterical, adorable, or unreal moments with our entire social networks, it's us. We get it. Proud parents want to shout their children's accomplishments - regardless of how big or small - from the (virtual) rooftop. But the Internet is a vast and potentially scary place, and it's our duty to protect our families. As nice as it would be if those privacy settings were a sufficient barrier, there are still caveats to every safety net that we have to be conscious of. Here, five times that parents should hold off on sharing their kids' snaps with the Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter-verse.
Neon Lips Are Here to Make You Look Like an Intergalactic Space Diva
The latest out-of-this-world makeup trend that's about to take over Instagram? Neon lip art! We've already seen (and swooned over) the edgy 3D effects of neon eyeliner, but now the blinding, '80s-esque trend is making its way to our pouts. We hate to indulge the overused term, but it's pretty darn lit, if we do say so ourselves.
We first came across the neon lip look via talented makeup artist Genevieve Jauquet, who regularly stuns us with her impressively artistic beauty skills. To achieve the one-of-a-kind pout above, Genevieve dabbed on a black lip cream in the center of her lips, followed by a matte pink one to fill in the outer edges. Then, to get that glowing effect, she followed up by using a thin brush to swipe on white lip cream near (but not touching) the edges of her top and bottom lips. Her personal finishing touch? Glitter! The results are a lightsaber-like look that both Jedis and space divas would approve of.
Ahead, see how Genevieve and other committed beauty mavens put their lips in the spotlight with this luminous, hypnotizing trend.
7 Upsides to a Yearly "Remote-Work Month"
In the ongoing discussion about work-life balance, many companies are learning that employees still crave far more "life" than they're getting with all their work. Some companies, such as Domain.ME, have even discovered that an entire month of paid travel time, or a "remote-work month," can hugely benefit both employees (who get to see the world, chase adventure, relax with family) and the company itself, when people return from their month away with a renewed sense of creativity and calm.
We asked Natasa Djukanovic, CMO of Domain.ME based in Montenegro, for her thoughts on this policy and - perhaps unsurprisingly - there are a lot of upsides to the idea. Find out why you might want to advocate for the chance to work from a beach chair in Mallorca for one whole month per year.
Taking a break from the office during a slow period just makes sense.
According to Djukanovic, August in Montenegro is so hot and business is so slow, it no longer made sense for everyone to stay in the office, sluggishly toiling away. "Our business is internet-based most of the time, so on an August day that was far too hot we realized that we should be somewhere else. We created a policy that we can work from wherever we want to go as long as everything is done. That's how August remote-work month started."
Extended travel is fun and feasible with this kind of setup.
As long as you have some kind of internet connection and check in occasionally, Djukanovic says, the rest of your remote-work time belongs to you. This year, she started with a week-long cruise along the Croatian islands. "After that, I went to my place on the Montenegrin coast for the rest of the month. The most important part is to be accessible online and responsive, especially in the evenings when our US partners are working. The nice part is that answering emails in a swimming suit in between dips in the pool is easy!"
Employees are refreshed by new adventures and a change of scenery.
Even if employees aren't fully on vacation, the change in scenery and fresh experiences can still do a world of good. For Djukanovic, "sunbathing and swimming gave me a feeling that I was far away from everything and I got refreshed easily. But it also allowed me to come back at night to the computer with new ideas, fresh perspectives, and new understandings."
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The toll of working too much without a significant break can be devastating.
Everyone knows that the stress of working too much can take a serious toll on your health and mental well-being. A month away from the office could even be seen as a preventive health measure, decreasing employees' risks for a wide variety of health problems. As Djukanovic describes it, "You see us in May and June when we have too much on our minds and we're robots - just finishing everything without much creativity, overwhelmed and tired. Most of the year, all of us work 50-60 hours a week, and that has a price. Taking a break like this gives us not just rest, but also refreshment and a new influx of creativity."
Companies benefit from employees' surge in creativity and energy when they return.
What company wouldn't want an office full of invigorated workers, brimming with creative ideas? Djukanovic returned to the office feeling energized and "like everything is new, like when you see things from the distance and everything is much clearer."
Plans and goals come into razor-sharp focus.
The benefits of taking the remote-month are profound and long-lasting, as employees are revved up to make changes and long-term plans. "You should just see us talking in September, planning new things," Djukanovic says. "I usually make new plans for the rest of the year and the next year in September."
Happy, rested employees are more likely to stay with their company.
"If you're asking your employees to be creative and do their jobs with enthusiasm, you have to give them enough time to rest. We want to have the best people working for us, and we want to keep them happy and willing to stay."
13 Things You Never Knew About the Original It Movie
This September, the first half of the two-part film adaptation of Stephen King's 1986 novel, It, will be released. For those unfamiliar, the story follows a group of childhood friends who is terrorized by a shape-shifting, evil being that preys on the fears of its victims. Over 20 years later, the creature - which often takes the form of a clown named Pennywise aka "It" - returns, forcing the friends, now adults, to come together and protect the next generation as well as themselves.
The Fall film, which features a cast of young up-and-coming actors (including Bill Skarsgard as Pennywise), will be so terrifying that it'll have you shaking in your boots. Yet, this isn't the first time the horror story has hit the screens. In 1990, the first adaptation aired on ABC as a miniseries, starring Rocky Horror Picture Show alum Tim Curry as the demented clown. Take a look at the list below to learn a few fun facts about the original TV film, and don't forget to check out the teaser trailer for the upcoming remake!
- Jonathan Brandis was in another Stephen King adaptation before his starring role in It. Just one year before his portrayal as a young Bill Denbrough in It, a 13-year-old Jonathan Brandis was used to voice over the beginning scenes of Pet Semetery, a film based on King's 1983 novel of the same name. Years later, Brandis would go on to voice a main character in an animated television series remake of Disney's Aladdin; however, it was his breakout role in It that paved the way for the child actor and made him a teen heartthrob of the 90s.
- A real-life "killer clown" is rumored to have inspired the story. Just a few years before King's novel was released, John Wayne Gacy was convicted for the rape and murder of 33 boys in 1980 in Illinois. Declared a "killer clown" by the media, Gacy had spent years providing entertainment at children's parties and charity events dressed as "Pogo the Clown," a character he created. While King has never confirmed the public's 1980s clown frenzy as his inspiration for It, it's hard to imagine that two killer clowns in one decade is a coincidence. King did, however, speak about the 2016 clown hysteria on his Twitter, stating, "Hey, guys, time to cool the clown hysteria--most of em are good, cheer up the kiddies, make people laugh." Furthermore, just a couple of weeks after the trailer for the 2017 film remake was released, King tweeted, "The clowns are p*ssed at me. Sorry, most are great. BUT . . . kids have always been scared of clowns. Don't kill the messengers for the message."
- Eerily, two main cast members both passed away in 2003. In the film, Three's Company actor John Ritter portrayed Ben Hanscom and a preteen Jonathan Brandis played young Bill Denbrough. In 2003, Ritter tragically passed away from surgical complications, while a 27-year-old Brandis committed suicide. In an interview with Yahoo celebrating It's 25th anniversary, the director of the miniseries, Tommy Lee Wallace, spoke about Brandis: "He had matured a bit, of course, but he seemed overly serious and distracted, as well. I recognize now that it may have been depression; wish I'd had better insight at the time, but it's probably naive to think I could've helped him in some way." He continued, "A tragedy. As was John Ritter, whose life felt very much unfinished, even though he had a long and varied career."
- The budget was monumental for a television film. A whopping $12 million was given for the creation of the horror project, which was just a two-night television event; with inflation, that'd be over $21 million today. In comparison, this year's film reboot had a budget of $30 million for the big screen.
- Brandis found it difficult to play a character with a stutter. In an original 1990 interview with cast members during the film's production, a young Jonathan Brandis told Fangoria magazine, "One of the reasons this movie's harder is that I have to stutter, and that's a really difficult thing - which I never realized when I auditioned for it. They said I had to stutter, and I thought, 'Hey, that can't be so hard!' But I had to get coaching on the set, because it was really tough."
- A longer, more expansive format was originally considered. When reflecting on the original film, screenwriter Larry Cohen stated, "This was the heyday of networks adapting lengthy novels for TV, and initially It was going to be an eight-to-ten hour series." He continued, "ABC was always nervous about It, primarily the fact that it was in the horror genre, but also the eight-to-ten hour commitment. They loved the piece, but lost their nerve in terms of how many hours they were willing to commit. Eventually, they were agreed to a two-night, four-hour commitment." While the shorter format was ultimately successful, Cohen acknowledges that anthology/miniseries today are extremely popular and had they been given more time back in 1990, "It would have provided the canvas to really get to know these characters."
- The network placed restrictions on the gore-factor. During production, screenwriter Larry Cohen told Fangoria that they had to cut out "a fair amount" of gore. He explained, "One of the problems dealing in television is that the standards and practices of TV are concerned about children in jeopardy, yet the nature of what this book is about is children in jeopardy - it's founded on that theme." However, the restrictions still allowed for a few gross scenes, such as a wet corpse climbing out of a pond and bubbling blood. Eek!
- It took forever to apply Curry's clown makeup. In an on-set interview, Curry told Fangoria that it took roughly three hours to apply his makeup. Annette O'Toole, who played Beverly Marsh, confirmed this to Yahoo, remembering, "The poor guy had to spend a ton of time in make-up chairs. He knew the score, but it was crazy. We'd see him running back and forth from the set to his make-up trailer all the time."
- A film adaptation was in the works before the novel was even released. The two-part television adaptation of It was released in 1990, just four years after the book hit shelves across America. Screenwriter Larry Cohen told Yahoo about how the project first came together. Sharing his story, he stated, "It's 1986, and the phone rings in my New York apartment. My agent's voice on the other end says, 'How would you like to do a Stephen King adaptation for ABC?' I pressed him for more details, and he told me, 'It's called It, and it hasn't been published yet.'" Apparently, after reading only 100 pages of the original 1,138-page manuscript, he signed on to tackle the project.
- Stephen King didn't have a hand in the movie's creation. King told Yahoo, "I was hands-off in the making of It, basically saying, 'Hope you guys do a good job; I wish you well.' These days, I have a lot more input into film and television adaptations of my work, in the sense that I can greenlight cast members or screenwriters or directors. Back then, I'm not so sure that I did. And even if I had, I probably still would have decided to be hands-off." His lack of involvement in such an iconic film is somewhat surprising, especially because It wasn't the first major adaptation of one of King's works; over 15 of his stories had been created for the screen prior to It's release.
- Costars Annette O'Toole and John Ritter had just done a movie together. O'Toole told Yahoo, "I'd just done a TV movie with John Ritter, The Dreamer of Oz, and we had come in for a looping session when I asked what he was doing next. He told me about It and I said it sounded awesome. He looked at me and said, 'They haven't cast the girl yet.'" A few weeks later, the actress was cast as Beverly Marsh, marking the second time she and Ritter were cast as costars after The Dreamer of Oz, which was also released in 1990. Years later, O'Toole was featured in another King adaptation, Hulu's 11.22.63.
- Key scenes and characters from the book had to be cut. Upon its release, the novel came in at 1,138 pages. With only a four-hour time slot (some of which was designated for commercials), many scenes had to be cut. For example: the scene when the members of the group all lose their virginity to Beverly (although, we're guessing this was cut for other reasons as well). Larry Cohen, It's screenwriter, shared, "I can't even begin to enumerate my favorite scenes from the book that we had to cut, because there are so many of them. . . . The way I see it, the best moments from the book made the cut and the rest are casualties of war." Though things were removed, the end product was still amazing! Not to mention, the upcoming reboot will span two films, giving fans the opportunity to see more of the text make it to the screen.
- Very few cast members actually had to audition. To get the network to support the project, director Tommy Lee Wallace looked to cast well-known television actors, which at the time included the likes of John Ritter (Three's Company) and Harry Anderson (Night Court, Saturday Night Live). Wallace told Yahoo, "Most of the adult casting was 'telephone' casting, which is, 'No need to audition so-and-so for the role, they'd be brilliant.'" However, when it came to casting the children, the young actors had to jump through a few more hoops. Marlon Taylor, who portrayed young Mike Hanlon, remembered, "I went through two auditions and three or four callbacks before I was told that I had the part of young Mike."
Neon Lips Are Here to Make You Look Like an Intergalactic Space Diva
The latest out-of-this-world makeup trend that's about to take over Instagram? Neon lip art! We've already seen (and swooned over) the edgy 3D effects of neon eyeliner, but now the blinding, '80s-esque trend is making its way to our pouts. We hate to indulge the overused term, but it's pretty darn lit, if we do say so ourselves.
We first came across the neon lip look via talented makeup artist Genevieve Jauquet, who regularly stuns us with her impressively artistic beauty skills. To achieve the one-of-a-kind pout above, Genevieve dabbed on a black lip cream in the center of her lips, followed by a matte pink one to fill in the outer edges. Then, to get that glowing effect, she followed up by using a thin brush to swipe on white lip cream near (but not touching) the edges of her top and bottom lips. Her personal finishing touch? Glitter! The results are a lightsaber-like look that both Jedis and space divas would approve of.
Ahead, see how Genevieve and other committed beauty mavens put their lips in the spotlight with this luminous, hypnotizing trend.
7 Models Reveal Their Go-To Dry Shampoos For Looking Fresh Off Duty
Washing your hair every day? Ain't nobody got time for that. Especially models, who are constantly galivanting around the city for casting calls, fittings, photo shoots, and fashion shows. Their hair still needs to be fab, though, as looking good is literally part of their job description. That's where the ol' dry shampoo comes in handy.
For recommendations on the best products, we went backstage at NYFW and asked models with gorgeous hair what they were using in between shampoo days. Model or not, we can all relate to not having time for a proper shampoo and blow dry but still wanting our hair to look – and smell – amazing. Here's what they shared with us.
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