Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
dimanche 8 avril 2018
The Weightlifting Technique That Will Change Your Body
Ever plan to go to the gym and stop dead in your tracks because you just don't know what to do? Maybe your goals are too broad? Maybe you're expecting too much? How can you really lose weight, gain lean muscle, and build your dream body with just one simple workout plan that doesn't require you move into the gym for the next year? Clearly, you're expecting too much from your efforts, right? Wrong! There is a way to reshape your body by losing fat and gaining muscle without spending countless hours in the gym. What do you have to do? Lift heavy weights to create lean muscle and lift light weights to promote fat loss. The best part? You can be in and out of the gym in less than 30 minutes each day. Here's how!
The heavy and light strength-training plan combines a couple of the most fundamental principles of lifting weights. The intention is to do an exercise for four sets with a heavy weight and low reps (up to six) and then another exercise that targets the same muscle for four more sets with higher reps (up to 12), but with a lighter weight. According to personal trainer Brian Pankau, CPT, you need to take "two to three minutes of rest between heavy [sets], and 45 to 60 seconds between lighter sets."
How does this plan work? When you lift heavy weights your muscles fatigue and ultimately grow (you won't look like a bodybuilder - we promise). From there, you work the same muscles with lighter weights to totally exhaust them, which burns more calories, creates a leaner body composition, and increases endurance. Muscles grow, body fat decreases, and you're only doing two exercises per body part. According to Anthony J. Yeung, CSCS, with this plan, "you'll burn more calories, shed fat, add more strength, and feel more energetic in daily life."
As a result of this significant caloric depletion, certified personal trainer and owner of HitchFit.com Micah Lacerte cautions that, "Nutrition will play a big role in what sort of results someone will get performing this plan, but if they are on [the proper type of diet], then this style of training will be excellent for building lean muscle." You have to make the effort to eat six small meals each day that all include some form of protein - with specific care to ensure you're getting protein before and after you work out.
While this plan can definitely work, it may not be for everyone. Pankau believes that while "fat loss is going to occur, [it may] not be fast enough for somebody with too much excess fat, so this plan is great for light and medium builds, but not really meant for heavier-set people."
What does this mean for you? For tight and toned triceps, a good combo would be overhead triceps extensions with a heavy weight and triceps kickbacks with lighter weights. For leaner, more sculpted legs, do leg presses with a heavy weight, and lunges with light dumbbells at your sides, or no added weights at all! For stronger, tighter biceps, heavy hammer curls and light preacher curls. The key is to do two moves per body part, one heavy, one light as described above. This will exhaust your muscles, promoting growth while leaning out your body. If you're in average shape, you can look way above average in less time. If you're in good shape, you may want to move to a beachfront property soon. Enjoy!
Calling All Curvy Girls: These Are the 8 Best Stores For Workout Leggings
Since athleisure hit the fashion world, comfortable styles, including bombers, sweatshirts, and leggings, have been popping up in closets everywhere. Thanks to their versatility both in and out of the gym, we think the leggings trend is here to stay - but with so many options out there, it can be challenging to find ones that are stylish and fit well.
We've rounded up our top eight picks for workout leggings specifically designed for a gal with curves. They check off all the boxes, including style, functionality, and affordability. Happy shopping!
These Are the 15 Superfoods Your Kitchen Needs in 2018
In today's age of feeling good and eating better, it has become a common occurrence to find superfoods like acai, chia, cacao, and spirulina in our local grocery stores. Wellness cafes are abundant, and menus have become increasingly aware of the next great smoothie, herbal tea, and clean alternative. Each year comes with its own health-food trends, and 2018 is no different. There are new superfoods that we should all be keeping on our radar. From greens and gut-healthy go-tos to sweet options and cooking oils for every chef, foodie, or healthy eater, these are some superfoods that deserve to be household names.
Sunday's To-Do List: Meal Prep Any of These Healthy Chicken Lunches For the Week
Meal prepping is an amazing tool when it comes to eating clean throughout the week. It saves us from last-minute fast-food binges and hangry spats with anyone who dare to come near us after work when we're too hungry to think straight. The key to successful meal prepping is variety. Stick to a few different meals so you can make sure you're not eating the same exact dishes all week, which takes as little effort as switching up veggies or cooking your carbs or proteins with different spices.
One of the most common foods used when prepping meals is chicken. It's a protein-packed poultry that can be easily cooked in tons of different ways, making it an excellent addition to your meal preps. Whether you eat your lunches and dinners straight out of your Tupperware or plate them nicely on a dish, these 20 healthy chicken meal prep ideas are bound to give you some serious inspo.
20 Healthy Breakfast Ideas in a Jar That Will Make Every A.M. Easier
Once your alarm goes off, everything else can seem like a struggle just to get out the door in the morning. A nutritious b-fast is almost impossible if you're already running low on time, but luckily these smoothies, overnight oats, and chia puddings in a jar will save you. Not only can you can take them on the go, but the cleanup is a cinch. Enjoy!
A Calorie Comparison of Your Favorite Beers
If you're watching your waistline and enjoying an ice-cold brew, then you'll probably want to see how beers compare. The numbers may surprise you. Here's the nutritional info for one glass, can, or bottle of beer (about 12 ounces). Keep in mind that even though there may be health benefits associated with drinking alcohol, they only come with drinking in moderation. For women, that means one drink a day.
| Beer Brand | Calories | Carbs (g) | Alcohol Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amstel Light | 95 | 5 | 3.5 |
| Anchor Steam | 158 | 14.2 | 4.9 |
| Anheuser-Busch Ice Pale Lager | 171 | 12.5 | 5.9 |
| Anheuser-Busch Light Pale Lager | 95 | 3.2 | 4.1 |
| Beck's Pilsner | 138 | 9 | 5 |
| Beck's Premier Light | 63 | 3.8 | 2.3 |
| Budweiser | 145 | 10.6 | 5 |
| Bud Light | 110 | 6.6 | 4.2 |
| Budweiser Select | 99 | 3.1 | 4.3 |
| Budweiser Select 55 | 55 | 1.8 | 2.4 |
| Colt 45 | 157 | 10.8 | 5.6 |
| Coors | 149 | 12.2 | 5 |
| Coors Light | 102 | 5 | 4.2 |
| Corona Extra | 148 | 14 | 4.6 |
| Corona Light | 99 | 5 | 3.2 |
| Foster's Premium Ale | 160 | 12.5 | 5.5 |
| Guinness Extra Stout | 176 | 14 | 6 |
| Guinness Draught | 126 | 10 | 4 |
| Harpoon IPA | 170 | 15 | 5.9 |
| Heineken | 148 | 11.3 | 5 |
| Heineken Light | 99 | 6.8 | 3.5 |
| Killian's Irish Red | 162 | 14.8 | 5 |
| Labatt Blue | 153 | 5 | 5 |
| Labatt Blue Light | 111 | 8 | 4 |
| Long Trail | 163 | 18.5 | 4.6 |
| Magic Hat #9 | 165 | 14.6 | 5.1 |
| Michelob Dark Lager | 152 | 11.8 | 5.1 |
| Michelob Ultra | 95 | 2.6 | 4.2 |
| Miller Genuine Draft | 143 | 13.1 | 4.7 |
| Miller MGD 64 | 64 | 2.4 | 2.8 |
| Milwaukee's Best Ice | 144 | 7.3 | 5.9 |
| Molson Ice | 160 | 11.6 | 5.6 |
| Molson Light | 113 | 9.9 | 3.9 |
| Natural Light | 95 | 3.2 | 4.2 |
| Newcastle Brown Ale | 138 | 12.8 | 4.7 |
| O'Doul's | 65 | 13.3 | .4 |
| Pabst Blue Ribbon | 145 | 12 | 4.7 |
| Pabst Blue Ribbon Light | 113 | 8.3 | 3.9 |
| Pete's Wicked Ale | 172 | 17.5 | 5.3 |
| Red Stripe | 151 | 13.8 | 5 |
| Rolling Rock Extra Pale Lager | 132 | 10 | 4.5 |
| Sam Adams Boston Lager | 180 | 18.8 | 4.9 |
| Sam Adams Light | 119 | 9.6 | 4 |
| Sierra Nevada Bigfoot | 330 | 30.3 | 9.6 |
| Sierra Nevada Pale Ale | 176 | 14.1 | 5.6 |
| Stella Artois | 154 | 12.8 | 5.2 |
15 Crazy-Good (and Healthy) Avocado Recipes to Make on the Regular
Fact: everything is better with avocado. Salads, desserts, smoothies, sandwiches - you name it, it needs some avo. This superfood is rich in monounsaturated fat (specifically oleic acid), helps lower cholesterol, and is totally versatile. Whether you use it as a sauce, a dressing, or a topping, you're guaranteed stomach satisfaction when it's involved.
The Biggest Myths About Being a Vegan Lifter You Need to Stop Believing
When people think of weightlifters, they usually envision steroid-using, superjacked bros who down chicken breasts and cans of tuna every hour, on the hour. And while protein and weightlifting do go hand in hand, the idea that you have to eat animal protein in order to see progress in the gym and muscle gains is simply outdated.
With high-profile athletes such as NBA star Kyrie Irving and tennis pro Venus Williams following a vegan diet, it is possible to eschew animal products and still be at the top of your fitness game, especially if you're lifting weights. Here are some of the biggest myths people have about vegan weightlifters.
You Won't Eat Enough Protein
It's true that animal products have a high concentration of protein. After all, one cup of diced chicken breast boasts 43 grams of it. But it is possible to get enough of this important macronutrient while eating vegan.
"The biggest misconception is that you can't get enough protein on a plant-based diet," said Hunter Healy, ACE. "Legumes, tofu, and nut butter are all fantastic ways to meet the protein demands of weight training."
Loading up on other protein-rich vegan foods such as lentils, quinoa, amaranth, and veggie burgers are all excellent ways to get your protein fill for the day. And although animal proteins are a complete protein, meaning they contain all nine essential amino acids that your body can't produce on its own - your body uses amino acids to build and repair tissue - it is possible to get all of the essential amino acids with a plant-based diet. Soy is the only vegan complete protein, but you can get all nine essential amino acids through food combinations. Jim White, RD, ACSM, and owner of Jim White Nutrition and Fitness Studios, recommends beans and rice, peanut butter and whole-grain bread, or hummus with pita bread.
You'll Need to Take Supplements
Along with the misconception that you're not eating enough protein, people assume they'll need to load up on vegan protein powders and other supplements to achieve their fitness goals.
"One of the myths that I frequently hear is that those who lift weights need to consume protein powder and special supplements in order to build muscle. This is not necessarily the case," said Christen Cupples Cooper, EdD., RD, director of nutrition and dietetics at Pace University. Although adding a vegan protein powder to your diet is a great way to get a boost of protein, it's not necessary; Dr. Cooper explained that it's totally doable to eat enough plant-based, protein-rich foods in your diet and not rely on something out of a tub.
You Won't Build Muscle
With the assumed lack of protein, people often think that it's near impossible to build muscle on a vegan diet. But if Venus Williams's sculpted physique is any indication, this is completely false.
"To increase muscle mass in combination with physical activity, it is recommended that a person that strength and endurance trains regularly eat a range of 0.5 to 0.8 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight," White explained. So a 150-pound person should eat 75-120 grams of protein a day.
That may seem like a lot, but he recommends one way to get your fill of protein for the day is by eating five or six small meals. And be sure your meals also include a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and plenty of water for total-body health. In addition to protein, White also recommends that more than half of your calories each day should come from quality carbs, such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes, to fuel your muscles.
You Won't Have Enough Energy For Your Workouts
For some people, the idea of a vegan diet is synonymous with deprivation; people assume you'll be eating less and be constantly tired and lethargic. When it comes to eating plant-based, however, this couldn't be further from the truth.
"The power for workouts generally comes from carbohydrates and fats, not from protein," explained Amy Shapiro, MS, RD, and founder of Real Nutrition. "Grains, fruits, vegetables, oils, and nuts all contain carbs and fat. Protein is needed for muscle growth and repair but not for power or performance." If you're eating a diet rich in complex carbs and healthy fats, you should have more than enough energy to power through your sweat session.
You'll Miss Out on Important Nutrients
It's true that meat is an important source of iron, B vitamins, and zinc, all of which can help you perform and recover. And Shapiro explains that some vegans may have a tough time getting their fill of iron since plant-based iron isn't absorbed as well as animal-based iron. But she says that loading up on iron-rich foods such as raisins, fortified cereals and breads, beans, lentils, soybeans, and leafy green vegetables, as well as taking an iron supplement if you need it, should help.
Some good vegan sources of B vitamins include nutritional yeast, wheat germ, tahini beans, bananas, peanut butter, and flax, while zinc can be found in beans, legumes, nuts, and seeds.
Just because you've given up animal products doesn't mean you need to abandon your weightlifting efforts. If anything, you'll have more energy and less chronic disease than your meat-eating peers.
9 Delicious Chicken Recipes That Totally Fit in the Keto Diet
If you're trying to follow the ketogenic diet, you probably want to have a few go-to items for dinners and lunches. Chicken is one of those versatile options in which the possibilities are endless. Here we've rounded up nine keto-approved chicken recipes to help you get cooking.
I Actually Gained Weight From Eating a Salad Every Day - All Because of This Mistake
I thought eating a big-ass salad made for the healthiest lunch ever. So I'd meal-prep five salads for the week, pile the veggies into a bowl, add a few more nutritious toppings, and chow down. Salads are supposed to be low in calories - perfect for weight loss. The only problem was, I was actually gaining weight.
How do you gain weight eating veggies, you ask? Well, I thought variety was the key to health, so my bowl mas made up of at least 12 different ingredients, none of which were measured. But when I got a food scale, measured out each ingredient, and plugged everything into MyFitnessPal, I almost dropped my salad bowl in disbelief. This was the nutritional breakdown:
| Ingredient | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 grams massaged kale (about 1 cup) | 25 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 50 grams cucumber (about 1/4 cup) | 8 | 2 | 0 | .5 |
| 50 grams carrots (about 4 baby) | 20 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 50 grams red bell peppers (about 1/4 cup) | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 50 grams yellow bell peppers (about 1/4 cup) | 14 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 50 grams celery (about 1 large stalk) | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 6 cherry tomatoes | 14 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 6 grapes | 21 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 50 grams red cabbage | 16 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| Trader Joe's marinated tofu (1 piece) | 160 | 9 | 4 | 16 |
| 100 grams diced roasted sweet potato (about 3/4 cup) | 90 | .2 | 20.8 | 2 |
| 1/2 cup cooked quinoa | 111 | 2 | 20 | 4 |
| 1/4 cup chickpeas | 65 | 1 | 11 | 4 |
| 1/2 avocado | 117 | 11 | 6 | 1 |
| 1 tbsp salted sunflower seeds | 99 | 9 | 4 | 3 |
| 2 tbsp Goddess Dressing | 120 | 12 | 2 | 2 |
| Total: | 904 | 64.2 | 80.8 | 37.5 |
I couldn't believe it. 904 calories? And that's not even counting the oil I used to roast the diced sweet potatoes. Or the handful of sunflower seeds I crunched on while measuring a tablespoon for my salad. No wonder I was gaining weight! I was practically eating two meals in one sitting.
I know all the hacks to make a salad healthy, but I was making the mistake of simply putting too much into my bowl. This just proves that eyeballing isn't the best tactic, even if you're eating healthy foods. My lunch was definitely packed with nutritious ingredients, but it was way too packed.
The Fix
Knowing is half the battle, so now that I knew why I was gaining weight, I could do something about it. I continued to use MyFitnessPal and my food scale, and I just cut some of the ingredients down. In fact, I cut a few out completely. I skipped the quinoa and red pepper, used 1/4 of an avocado, one tablespoon of a lower-calorie dressing, and half the amount of sweet potatoes. I was able to get my salad bowl to just under 500 calories. Since I do intermittent fasting and only eat from noon until 7 p.m. each day, I was happy with this amount.
Learn from my mistake and take this into consideration when meal prepping all your meals and snacks. Measure out your ingredients so you know exactly how much your daily food is adding up to. If you're struggling to lose weight, this could be the one simple thing that pushes the needle!
This Star Wars Art Will Make You Wonder Why Disney Princesses Don't Carry Lightsabers
You're not over seeing amazing Disney/Star Wars mashup art yet, right? Good, because we found some new ones that have us senselessly fangirling all over again.
Illustrator Phill Berry recently shared his take on the Disney princesses as Star Wars characters, wherein they're rugged, lightsaber-wielding Jedi badasses.
Featuring Ariel, Jasmine, Rapunzel, and Belle - for now - the illustrations also include the princesses' respective sidekicks! For example, Ariel is shown with a hovering drone that is meant to resemble Flounder, and Belle is accompanied by her beau, the Beast - who in the Star Wars universe is most likely a Wookiee.
See the incredible illustrations that are kind of making us wish they cast Jasmine in Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
Kellyanne Conway Claims the White House Never Talks About Hillary Clinton - Sure, Jan
In news that is hardly believable, Kellyanne Conway is claiming the White House doesn't talk about Hillary Clinton much following the 2016 Election.
The Counselor to the President recently appeared on CNN with Chris Cuomo to discuss the ongoing FBI investigation into potential collusion between Donald Trump's campaign and Russian officials. While denying possible collusion, Conway said, "We beat her fairly and squarely in this country through this democratic elective process. Look, so many people still can't get over the election results."
As Cuomo laughed it off and insisted that the Trump administration is still obsessing over the election and Clinton, Conway said, "I'll make you a deal, Chris: I'll never talk about her again but then you can't talk about the 2016 Election because she lost that election." Adding, "We don't care about her. Nobody here talks about her. Nobody here talks about Hillary Clinton, I promise you."
Kellyanne Conway claimed "nobody here talks about Hillary Clinton" despite the fact that President Trump mentioned her at least 3 times earlier today #CuomoPrimeTime https://t.co/sGNQfZyNRt
- Christopher C. Cuomo (@ChrisCuomo) January 11, 2018
Not only is Conway's claim a generalization of epic proportions, it's also flat-out untrue. In fact, just a few days before her interview, the president had tweeted about Clinton while slamming Michael Wolff's Fire and Fury. He again tweeted about Clinton on the morning of Jan. 11, the day after Conway's interview.
This Vintage City Hall Wedding Proves Intimate Ceremonies Can Be Even More Romantic
San Francisco is where Kimia and Dominic met and eventually married four years later. The groom drove cross-country to begin a new life in California, starting his new job just a few days in. That's where he met his future wife, whom he finally asked out to dinner at a Burmese restaurant after mustering up enough courage.
Dominic was first drawn to Kimia when he found out she was an artist. They discussed art and life on their date, and one day, she asked if he wanted to come with her to drop off some paintings north of the city. This soon became a routine of theirs, with each trip becoming more enjoyable and exciting. As they got closer over the course of several months, they became inseparable.
"It's hard for me to remember life before her; it's also hard to believe how wonderful everything has worked out," Dominic said.
Fast forward a few years later, and the two were engaged. They decided on an intimate ceremony in the gorgeous San Francisco City Hall with just a few family members by their side. Kimia found a beautiful dress with personality at a vintage shop in Los Gatos, CA, while Dominic found the exact gray suit he was envisioning at a tailor in San Francisco. The ribbon wrapping the bride's bouquet belongs to the groom's grandmother and has been worn by all the women in the family.
The newlyweds then purchased their first home, which just so happened to be a few blocks from the restaurant where they had their first dinner.
See their photos!
Once You See These Wedding Hashtags, You'll Have No Trouble Coming Up With Your Own
It's definitely not easy coming up with a fun, cute, and quirky hashtag for your wedding. It can be so difficult that a company exists to do the hard work for you! But if you're still trying to come up with the hashtag on your own, take a look at some of the most creative ones we've found. All of these are based off of real weddings, so it's totally doable to think of one!
I Spoke Up About My Sexual-Harasser Boss
When I was in my early 20s, I worked at a magazine - and my boss sucked. This guy came in late, left early, and spent the day achieving impressive feats of laziness. Despite his utter lack of productivity, he demanded a lot of his employees and attempted to motivate us with tales of how hard he used to work when he was younger, describing the "pyramids of empty Pepsi cans" he used to fuel his late nights. He was incredibly annoying and, turns out, kind of a creep.
My boss - let's call him Doug - was in his mid-30s and managed a very junior team, all of us in our 20s. Under Doug, we were fairly isolated from other managers or mentors, and we kept our complaints about our boss within our little group. Over time, I started spending more time with my peers at happy hours and became close friends with one woman in particular, who confided in me that our lazy boss had made a pass at her.
She hadn't reported it, she said, because the incident was more gray area than black and white - as most cases of sexual harassment are. For one thing, the harassment took place after work hours and several drinks. The team had attended a happy hour that lasted long past happy hour, and Doug insisted on walking her home from the bar and hitting on her relentlessly along the way - even going so far as to press her up against a wall and attempt to kiss her. Though he had a pregnant wife at home, he was determined to persuade my friend to let him come home with her. When they arrived at her apartment, Doug tried to come inside and, when rebuffed, lingered outside her building for an uncomfortable amount of time. (Note: some details of this story have been omitted to protect privacy.)
I was horrified. I wanted to help her and prevent Doug from doing this to someone else. But the incident had taken place maybe six months before, and she was ready to move past it. She lacked a female mentor at work who she could have gone to for advice, and being inexperienced myself, I kept quiet about her story but also never forgot it.
Shortly after she had told me her story, she and another coworker went public about the fact that they were dating. She and her new boyfriend (they're actually married now) had Doug as a boss, and the moment their relationship was out in the open, something switched in Doug. He grew more reserved and removed from office socializing. He let his hair and facial hair grow long and unkempt. It was like his fear that my friend might tell or had told her boyfriend this secret was eating at him from the inside.
Not long after all this, I was promoted, so Doug was no longer my manager. My new boss, a wonderful man who is still a friend and mentor to me today, pulled me into his office one day and said, "tell me the truth. How much does everyone on that team hate Doug?" I felt a wave of relief come over me and proceeded to list my grievances about his terrible management and laziness. Though I withheld the details of my friend's experience, I also told my new boss that I'd heard accounts of incredibly inappropriate behavior toward a young woman at the company. He nodded his head, as if I was confirming suspicions he'd had for a while.
Not long after, Doug was let go. Technically, his position was "eliminated," which meant no one had to address his performance issues or the sexual harassment accusations. But all that mattered to me at that point was that he was gone and could no longer get away with being such an incompetent creep.
Nearly 12 years later, I'm still grateful to that boss who invited me to speak out about Doug and listened. I often joke that I'm good at keeping secrets but also very good at giving unsolicited advice. I won't share a secret that someone doesn't want shared, but I will advise them on how to deal with the issue, even if they don't want my help dealing with it.
That philosophy has carried over into how I behave as a manager. I try to be the type of manager who people feel comfortable coming to about anything, even if it's uncomfortable. My experience with Doug also made me realize the importance of having professional mentors who are women, because as the #MeToo campaign has proven, pretty much all women understand that sexual harassment is pervasive. The next step is getting all of us more comfortable with speaking up when it happens.
22 Stunning Space Tattoos That Go to Infinity and Beyond
Anyone who freaks out over the incredible things NASA does - like flying by Pluto - is most likely thinking of getting something a little more permanent to solidify their love of space. Since we understand that this love exists like no other, we've rounded up some stunning tattoos zeroing in on constellations, the solar system, and astronauts.
Enjoy the inspiration for your next permanent ink, and don't be afraid to combine your love of the outer limits with other passions, like science or Harry Potter.
Ivanka Trump Gets Real About the Media's "Viciousness," and the Internet Fires Back
Ivanka Trump opened up in an interview on Fox and Friends about what it's been like to work in Washington since her father took office, and the internet couldn't help but roast her. One of the show's cohosts, Brian Kilmeade, asked the first daughter on June 12 how she's been managing to stick to her duties despite the constant media backlash, to which she admitted that it's been pretty difficult.
"There's a level of viciousness that I was not expecting," she said. "I was not expecting the intensity of this experience, but this isn't supposed to be easy." She also went on to further explain how she was "blindsided" by the "distractions" and "ferocity" of Washington DC. You can see her explain it ahead.
"There is a level of viciousness that I was not expecting...but this isn't supposed to be easy." -@IvankaTrump pic.twitter.com/viiMQ2ij1d
- FOX & friends (@foxandfriends) June 12, 2017
Of course, people simply couldn't resist calling her out on social media for her comments, specifically the tidbit about the "viciousness" surrounding her father's presidency. Many Twitter users used this as an opportunity to point out that it's not the media that's brutal, but rather President Donald Trump himself.
Viciousness is mocking a disabled reporter, insulting the parents of a dead soldier, impugning an entire religion and attempting to ban them
- Amanda Guinzburg (@Guinz) June 12, 2017
Ivanka's father, @realdonaldtrump, wants to take healthcare away from 24 million people. That's quite vicious.
- VoteVets (@votevets) June 12, 2017
Her father sold "Hillary for Prison" merch in his official campaign shop. https://t.co/PJHdnAEchn
- Matt Compton (@mattcompton) June 12, 2017
It kind of seems like Trump is seeking pity for this so-called "ferocity," but she probably should've thought twice about her word choice in the first place. The internet will always snatch up any opportunity to roast her father's polarizing actions and she'll need to get used it for three and a half more years.
Polaroid Is Bringing Back These Iconic Cameras Because It's Basically 1996 Again
If you truly are living for '90s nostalgia, Polaroid has the best news for you. The incredible Polaroid 96 Cam is back. As first reported by Bustle, these iconic versions of the 600 Polaroid camera celebrate everything you know and love from two decades ago. You know, back when "The Macarena" was No. 1 on the Billboard 100. No, really.
Instead of using apps to get that Polaroid, "filtered" appearance, go back to the real thing. Put down your smartphone and pick up one of these fun cameras. The 96 Cam comes in two styles: Jazz Red and Fresh Blue, each giving off the familiar party vibes of the mid-1990s.
Keep scrolling to shop the two cameras, plus the film that works best for the 96 Cam. Whether you're planning a decades party or simply want to capture memories in a familiar way, you won't want to wait on claiming one of these for yourself.
30 Screenshots That Prove Old People Are the Best Part of Facebook
It's a wonderful thing when senior citizens keep up with the times - there are so many great tools available to them online! From games that exercise the brain to the latest world news, the Internet is an awesome resource for people of all ages. But social media is a brave new world, and it can lead to serious confusion for many of the elderly users who are bold enough to create accounts. While there are tons of grandparents who are active on Facebook, there will always be a few who don't quite get it . . . and luckily, the results are often hilarious. These 30 screenshots from Reddit's OldPeopleFacebook subreddit prove that seniors are the funniest part of Facebook, and they don't give a damn. Get it, Grandmaster Flash - I mean, Grandma.
Jennifer Lopez's Monokini Is So Sexy, We Don't Even Know Where to Begin
Jennifer Lopez has been vacationing with her new beau, Alex Rodriguez, in France, and the pair made time for a yachting adventure in Antibes. Suffice it to say, J Lo couldn't have packed a sexier swimsuit. The star opted for a crochet monokini by Mer Culture, which features plenty of cutouts and tasseled ties on each side.
Gold hoop earrings and aviator sunglasses were all she needed to make a statement. But really, with Jennifer's finesse and ability to pull off striking silhouettes, we can't say we're entirely blown away by her look. J Lo looks comfortable enough in her one-piece that it seems just right for a gal with daring style. If you're on board, you can shop the exact suit and similar designs ahead.
20+ DIY Mother's Day Presents She'll Go Crazy For
Mother's Day is right around the corner, and while some may read that with excitement, others who have, hmm, not planned accordingly may be a bit more anxious about the fact that the holiday is almost here. But, fear not - we've got a list of DIY gift ideas that can help get you out of a tight spot and are guaranteed to have Mom falling head over heels in love. Scroll ahead for 20-plus options.
Gisele Bündchen Has a No-Nonsense Policy For Family Dinners: "Let's Be Present"
With a supermodel mom and star quarterback dad, we can imagine things get a little hectic at the Brady-Bündchen household. Even so, the family still makes time for invaluable bonding moments and consistent family dinners. In a new interview with WSJ. for the magazine's April 2018 issue, Gisele Bündchen shared how she and her husband Tom Brady maintain their quality time with their three children: Benjamin, Vivian, and Jack, who is Tom's son from a previous marriage.
The main ingredient? Zero technology. "No phone, no electronics," the 37-year-old model said. "Let's be present. Let's share. That's the most important thing for me . . . I come from a family of eight, and it was the best time when we all sat together. Everybody would want to talk. My dad would be like, 'Raise your hand.'"
Gisele's advice echoes the technology-free policies many parents are instilling in their households. Pope Francis even urged parents to keep phones away from the dinner table. Given that a study from last year also found a disconcerting link between excessive screen time and speech delays in young children, it seems like sound advice indeed.
OMG! Cardi B Just Confirmed She's Pregnant With Her First Child on Saturday Night Live
Congratulations to my girl @iamcardib, new baby on the way!You looked stunning tonight in custom Siriano on @nbcsnl it was an honor. #cardib pic.twitter.com/8UXiknQUJj
- Christian Siriano (@CSiriano) April 8, 2018
After several weeks of rumors flying in every which direction, Cardi B confirmed on April 7 in her performance on Saturday Night Live that she is, in fact, expecting her first child with her fiancé Offset. The award-winning rapper debuted her pregnant belly during her performance of her song "Be Careful," which was her second time on stage for evening. The cameras, which were on her face for most of the time, quickly panned down to give the audience a view of her baby bump.
Christian Siriano, the designer who crafted Cardi B's gorgeous dress, was quick to congratulate the mom-to-be on Twitter, writing, "Congratulations to my girl @iamcardib, new baby on the way! You looked stunning tonight in custom Siriano on @nbcsnl it was an honor."
Chadwick Boseman Is Thrilled to Be Hosting SNL "Only 2 Months After Black Panther Came Out"
Chadwick Boseman - yes, the star of the record-breaking Marvel film Black Panther, - got his chance to host Saturday Night Live this week, and it's safe to say he totally crushed his opening monologue.
After cracking a joke or two about how he finally got to take the stage a full two months after Black Panther hit theaters he went on to have a little fun at Sterling K. Brown's expense, saying that Sterling already got to talk about Black Panther on SNL, and "he dies in the first scene of the movie."
Keenan Thompson decided to get in on the action by interrupting Chadwick and begging him to do a Black Panther sequel. "Come on, dude! I know you guys are doin' a sequel. Hook a brother up," he said. "It's hard out there for a black space cat with spiky suspenders."
Oh, and did we mention his outfit was totally on point? Check out the video clip to get some much-needed laughs from one of the year's biggest stars and first-time SNL host.
Aidy Bryant Totally Fangirled Over Cardi B on Saturday Night Live - and We Don't Blame Her
When #AidyB met #CardiB. @iamcardib #SNL pic.twitter.com/VRu21BbpiW
- Saturday Night Live - SNL (@nbcsnl) April 8, 2018
Saturday Night Live funny woman Aidy Bryant did not hold back when it came to her feelings for Cardi B in a hilarious skit that premiered on April 7. After confessing that Cardi B's music "changed my life and inspired to me say what's on my mind," Aidy went as far as to suggest that she and Cardi were best friends. And while the chart-topping rapper explained she's just doing what she can for her fans, she was pretty quick to insist Aidy get her a glass of water as soon as the comedian offered to sing her a few of her original songs. So, yes, obviously both parties were hysterical. Watch the clip to get the full exchange.
Try Not to Pass Out From Laughter While Watching Chadwick Boseman Play "Black Jeopardy" on SNL
"Let's go to 'White People' for 400."#BlackJeopardy #SNL @chadwickboseman pic.twitter.com/rkMmTOVShH
- Saturday Night Live - SNL (@nbcsnl) April 8, 2018
Chadwick Boseman pulled out all the stops while hosting Saturday Night Live for the first time on April 7, and his "Black Jeopardy" skit was no exception. The Black Panther actor completely embodied his T'Challa character and delivered a LOL-worthy performance that touched on a woman named Karen's less-than-appetizing potato salad. Watch the video clip to see exactly what he would do if this woman ever dared to bring her signature dish to his cookout - and try not to totally laugh your ass off.
The Ominous Trailer For Fahrenheit 451 Hits Way Too Close to Home in 2018
Ten years ago, dystopian movies and TV shows were fun to watch because they seemed wholly unrealistic and unbelievable. Now, given our current situation, some things might feel like they hit a little too close to home. Take the new trailer for HBO's Fahrenheit 451 adaptation, for instance, which might send some uncomfortable chills down your spine.
The latest teaser introduces us to the world inside Ray Bradbury's 1953 novel, where books are outlawed in a futuristic American society that has "firemen" on hand to burn any remaining publications. Guy Montag (Michael B. Jordan), a young fireman, begins to question his job after meeting a woman who convinces him to rebel against society. Joining him is Michael Shannon, who delivers one of the latest trailer's most chilling lines: "Do you wanna know what's inside these books? Insanity."
Fahrenheit 451 premieres on May 19 on HBO.
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Ben Affleck, Real-Life Superhero, Surprises 11-Year-Old Batman Fan Battling Terminal Cancer
Ben Affleck is a superhero onscreen and off, especially in the eyes of one 11-year-old boy. Mukuta, a refugee from the Congo, is currently undergoing treatment for a rare form of cancer at a hospice center in Atlanta. According to NBC 11Alive, the terminally ill young boy had two wishes: to reunite with his family and to meet his superhero, Batman. The hospital originally only asked for a Batman impersonator, but thanks to social media, Mukuta's wishes reached the actor who's currently filming a new movie in Hawaii, and the two were able to meet over FaceTime.
After their conversation, Hospice Atlanta revealed that Ben offered to help fulfill the other half of Mukuta's dream. Ben will pay for Mukuta's mother to fly from a refugee camp in Zimbabwe to reunite in person. He proves that it doesn't take a mask or a cape to be a hero, simply a desire to help.
Such a memorable day for Mukuta who's a super #Batman fan! He received a phone call from @BenAffleck today. Thanks to the widespread community support and helping us deliver on our mission: To Improve the Lives of Those We Serve. #HospiceAtlanta @EvilMelTucker #Batman4Mukuta pic.twitter.com/l2Z8AdnHaX
- Visiting Nurse | Hospice Atlanta (@VNHS) April 5, 2018
#HospiceAtlanta & Mukuta's family are so thankful to @BenAffleck, who following his FaceTime conversation w/Mukuta yesterday, has graciously offered 2 fly his mother from Zimbabwe to reunite with her son. A true superhero in action! #Batman4Mukuta @DabneyHollis @VNHS 404.215.6011
- Visiting Nurse | Hospice Atlanta (@VNHS) April 6, 2018
Leslie Mann's Strikingly Gorgeous Family Steps Out in Full Force at Her Movie Premiere
Leslie Mann's picture-perfect family stepped out to support her at the LA premiere of her new comedy, Blockers, on Tuesday night. The actress was joined by her husband of 20 years Judd Apatow and their two daughters, Maude, 20, and Iris, 15.
The film, which hits theaters on April 6, revolves around a mother who's having trouble with the idea of her daughter going off to college, and at the screening, Leslie revealed that she recently got in trouble for supporting Maude's decision to drop out of Northwestern University. "Well, she's obviously an adult and she's going to do what she wants to do, and I stand behind her," Leslie told ET. "So, if she wants to stay in school, great, and if she wants to start working now, great." Maude is currently a sophomore in college and made her directorial debut with Don't Mind Alice this past February.
Lovebirds George and Amal Clooney Step Out For Second Date Night in a Row
George and Amal Clooney are clearly enjoying NYC. The gorgeous couple - who welcomed twins Alexander and Ella in June 2017 - held hands as they made their way past paparazzi trying to catch a glimpse of the duo in SoHo on Friday night. George continued to prove that chivalry isn't dead when he held his arm out for his wife to hold while she walked down the steps in her beige knee-high boots and held her hand as they crossed the street. Their latest outing comes just a few weeks after they were spotted at the March For Our Lives rally in Washington DC. The pair also donated $500,000 to the movement, which calls for stronger gun control in the US. Keep reading to see more photos of their recent date night.
The Internet Can't Stop Talking About Drake's "Nice For What" Music Video and the All-Star Cameos
Drake delivers yet again! His newest music video "Nice For What" is a star-studded affair, and the internet is overwhelmed (in the best way possible). The 31-year-old rapper highlights several notable female stars, and viewers everywhere are thrilled. Not only is the song catchy as hell, these empowered and admirable women look like they're having the time of their lives. They've taken the reins in this video (in Jourdan Dunn's case, literally), and they're acting like total bosses. We are not complaining. We're inspired.
When it comes to loving this new song, it looks like we're not alone. The internet is all over this badass video, too, and the response is outstanding. Keep reading to see some of our favorite reactions to Drake's newest hit, from favorite lyrics to surprise celebrity cameos, and don't be afraid to dance around and watch the video for a second, third, fourth, or even nineteenth time. It's that good.
Jennifer Lopez's Shades of Blue Is Ending, and We Don't Know How to Handle It
We interrupt your regularly scheduled programming to share some devastating news: Shades of Blue is ending! Yes, you read that right. The NBC series' third season will be its last. The show, which stars Jennifer Lopez as Detective Harlee Santos and Ray Liotta as Lieutenant Matt Wozniak, will air its final 10 episodes starting with the season three premiere on June 17.
"I have enjoyed producing and starring in this beautifully complicated world and playing such an empowering yet flawed character - a woman, a detective, but, first and foremost, a mother," Lopez told The Hollywood Reporter. "Now looking at it with a little distance, playing Harlee strengthened me and helped me grow into a more self-assured woman. It's crazy how some parts permeate your soul and change you forever and for that I am grateful. We crafted a poetic three-season arc on how her journey ends, which is true redemption. The way only Harlee could have done it - the hard way, the road less traveled. I thank NBC and all the talented actors, writers, crew and producers for going on this journey with us!"
The reason for the sudden ending of the hit show: Lopez's demanding schedule. The 48-year-old star is in NBC's upcoming live musical Bye Bye Birdie, filming two movies, and serving as a judge on World of Dance, and that's on top of her Las Vegas residency. The show might be ending, but we will cherish every moment until it's over.
Will.i.am and Britney Spears Just Lost a 5-Year Legal Battle Over "Scream & Shout"
Will.i.am and Britney Spears officially have something to "Scream & Shout" about. For the past five years, the two stars have been embroiled in a legal battle over royalties for their hit 2013 song, and it all came to a head this week. As it turns out, Will.i.am wasn't the only writer of the popular track, and despite it being Spears's first number one hit in the UK in eight years when it topped the charts in 2013, she wasn't the original person tapped to sing it.
The first singer approached to sing on "Scream & Shout" was Tulisa Contostavlos, once a member of the group N-Dubz, who had 12 hit songs in the UK before splitting in 2011. She went on to be a judge on the UK version of The X Factor, where she was most famous for mentoring superstar girl group Little Mix.
Contostavlos went on to collaborate with Will.i.am during the writing process for "Scream & Shout," but she was never given a co-writing credit. Not only that, but she was the original choice for the vocals on the track long before Spears got the gig. Apparently the initial recording of the song with Contostavlos's vocals was done as a demo for her debut album The Female Boss, but her label decided not to include it in the final cut.
What's even more damning for Will.i.am and Spears is that a musicologist (yes, that's a real thing) has determined that Contostavlos's vocals are even mixed into the final version of "Scream & Shout," which seems to explain why Spears sings her lines in an English accent at one point. After successfully fighting the duo in a long legal battle, Contostavlos has now been awarded a co-writing credit, as well as 10 percent of everything the chart-topping song has made in its lifetime.
If Tiffany Haddish and Brad Pitt Went on a Date, Here's What It Would Look Like
Tiffany Haddish stopped by The Tonight Show on Friday and dished to Jimmy Fallon about her pact with Brad Pitt. As the story goes, Tiffany was in an elevator with the 54-year-old actor earlier this year discussing her hopes for a longtime relationship one day when all of a sudden Brad turned to her and said, "If I'm single in a year, and you're single in a year, maybe we can get together and see what happens." Naturally, Tiffany freaked out, as one would. That is, until she "did some research" and discovered that Brad has "a gang of kids" with his estranged wife, Angelina Jolie. "I wanna be baby mama number one!" Tiffany joked. Watch what happened when she humored the late-night talk show host in a skit about what would happen if she did take Brad up on his offer in the clip above.
Amazon Is Coming For HBO's Throne With a Billion-Dollar Lord of the Rings TV Series
Amazon officially closed a deal to obtain rights for the Lord of the Rings franchise back in November, and the more we hear about it, the more insane(ly good) the new TV series sounds.
According to Deadline, the company paid $250 million to J.R.R. Tolkien's estate, publisher HarperCollins, and New Line Cinema to create a series set in Middle Earth in a bidding war with Netflix. The show will mark the first venture back into the fantasy world since 2014's The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies. Amazon has committed to five seasons, per The Hollywood Reporter, and the stories will reportedly precede the events depicted in the Lord of the Rings book series.
The terms of the deal also specified that Amazon must begin production on the series within two years, which is hopefully enough time to save up for how much the show is going to cost. Early reports suggest between casting, producers, and visual effects, it will likely shake out to over $1 billion. Do you know how much lembas that could buy you?!
The decision to pay such a large price for the rights to the story falls directly in line with Amazon's attempt to compete with HBO's high-fantasy juggernaut, Game of Thrones, which is on the brink of its eighth and final season. Sharon Tal Yguado, head of scripted series at Amazon Studios, said in an official statement, "The Lord of the Rings is a cultural phenomenon that has captured the imagination of generations of fans through literature and the big screen. We are honored to be working with the Tolkien Estate and Trust, HarperCollins and New Line on this exciting collaboration for television and are thrilled to be taking The Lord of the Rings fans on a new epic journey in Middle Earth."
Seeing as the TV series is still in early developmental stages, it will likely be a long time before the show premieres. But hey, Game of Thrones season eight isn't due until 2019. And though HBO is currently developing spinoff series, we imagine Amazon's epic fantasy entry won't be far behind.
Drake's "Nice For What" Music Video Is a Star-Studded Celebration, and Everyone Is Invited
Drake is back like he never left. The More Life rapper dropped a new music video on Friday night for his new song, "Nice For What," which samples Lauryn Hill's 1998 hit "Ex-Factor." The visuals features cameos from several notable female stars, including Olivia Wilde, Misty Copeland, Issa Rae, Rashida Jones, Jourdan Dunn, Tracee Ellis Ross, Tiffany Haddish, Yara Shahidi, Zoe Saldana, Letitita Wright, and many more. Watch the video above and prepare to be mesmerized and empowered by all of the stunning beauties.
Uh-Oh! Thanos Brings the War to Wakanda in This New Extended Trailer For Infinity War
Are you ready for Avengers: Infinity War? I hope so, because I can't take another one of these emotional trailers, you guys. The newest trailer, which you can watch below, features footage of a battle between the Avengers facing off against Thanos (Josh Brolin). It also appears this battle takes place in Wakanda, the technologically advanced African nation also known as the setting of the latest MCU film, Black Panther. In the clip, Okoye (Danai Gurira), the general of Black Panther's Dora Milaje, chides T'Challa (Chadwick Boseman) for the chaos happening in their land.
"When you said we we're going to open Wakanda to the rest of the world, this was not what I imagined," she remarks, explaining that she expected them to host the Olympics or open a Starbucks instead. Among all of the rumors that Iron Man, Captain America, and Vision might perish by the time the credits roll, we needed that laugh.
As far as the other clips from the epic team-up flick are concerned, let's just say you're going to need every last bit of your strength to handle watching them. The film sees all of your favorite heroes - Captain America, Black Panther, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Doctor Strange, the Hulk, Black Widow, Thor, the Guardians of the Galaxy, and more - joining forces to put an end to Thanos's wrath. Can they do it? We'll have to wait until the movie hits theaters on April 27 to find out.
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- Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) March 27, 2018
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