Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
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This Awesome Graphic Lays Out the Best Literary First Lines of All Time
Some people judge books by their covers, but I judge them more by their opening lines. If the words in that initial sentence grab me, then I'll likely be hooked until the last page. Some of the most famous books of all time have had first lines that will stay with you forever. Who will ever forget Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone's hilarious introduction to the Dursleys (they were proud to say that they were "perfectly normal, thank you very much")? Or Catch-22's undeniably intriguing "It was love at first sight"? Book addicts will love this graphic that gathers opening words that made us fall in love with these classic works.
The first line (or first few lines) of the most famous books of all time
55 Stylish Pieces You Should Pack For Your Next Vacation
There's no better feeling than getting ready to head on your next vacation . . . until you have to start packing. This season, don't jam-pack your suitcase full of clothes you won't end up wearing; instead, try strategically planning ahead. Be sure to only pack the absolute necessities, like versatile dresses, comfortable shoes, and easy-to-carry crossbody bags. To make your experience even more seamless, we rounded up a list of must-have pieces that you can wear even after your trip is over. From brands like Reformation, Urban Outfitters, and Topshop, prepare to want all these items.
Get as High as the Stars: the Best Smoking Accessory For Your Zodiac Sign
Since cannabis has been legalized and made more mainstream, there are more ways than ever to consume. Pipes, vaporizers, bubblers, bongs . . . the options are endless. And since our zodiac signs give us more insight into ourselves, they can help guide us through all of our smoking choices as well.
Each sign has their own characteristics, preferences, and dislikes, so learning more about yours can help make your smoke sesh even better. If you're a cannabis user, let the stars help you decide the perfect accessory to consume with.
If You Prefer Selena Gomez's Red Carpet Looks, You Haven't Seen Her Street Style
Since her Revival album launched in 2015, Selena Gomez's style has done a complete 180. The 25-year-old star's fashion choices got grownup and sexier - a little more designer, a little less jeans and Converse. And though it's been on the red carpet that Selena has impressed us the most - with pieces like the Coach gown she wore to the Met Gala and the sequin cutout mermaid gown from Calvin Klein at the 2016 Grammys - that doesn't mean that her street style hasn't been stunning, too.
Ahead you'll find 30 of those street style moments that left us believing Selena is truly a fashion queen! From stilettos with a curve-hugging silk dress to flare jeans with a long overcoat to even PJs with heels, Selena can wear it all.
- Additional reporting by Alessandra Foresto
Elsa Pataky, Goddess of the Sea, Gives Us All the Sexy Swimwear Inspiration We Need
Elsa Pataky may be married to the God of War, but we all know who the real swimsuit superhero in the family is. Elsa spends plenty of time by the beach with her husband, Chris Hemsworth, and their little ones, rocking only the sleekest bikinis and one-pieces known to man. Plus, she's known to pick affordable suits, so if you're want to emulate her style, it won't break the bank!
Keep reading to see more of our top picks from Elsa's swimsuit drawer (because you know she has to have one!), and make sure take a peek at her hottest red carpet looks, too.
Jennifer Lopez's Dress Is Here For Business, but Her Heels Are Here to Party
Jennifer Lopez has a knack for taking sexy to new heights. She doesn't just wear the leopard dress - a stunning Fall 2018 Sergio Hudson bodycon number cinched with a belt, by the way - she works a pair of mesh Christian Louboutin heels that add that extra oomph. Just because you can see right through them, we'll call these JLo's naked heels, which we noticed right away when she hit the red carpet at an event for NBC's World Of Dance in Hollywood.
JLo worked her incredible outfit combination with a black clutch, a fistful of jewels by Le Vian and Marli, and a top knot. She looked as glamorous as ever and her pumps were more appealing than any footwear we've seen in quite awhile. We're planning on scooping up a similar pair STAT to coordinate with jeans and a tee. We can't all be JLo, but OK, maybe we'll whip out our leopard mini for date night.
Selena Gomez's 2018 Style Deserves All the Heart Eye Emojis
Selena Gomez made headlines earlier this year for getting back (then breaking up) with Justin Bieber. Aside from keeping an eye out for all their relationship details, our attention was also on her killer outfits.
The singer was spotted in everything from date-night ensembles to laid-back street style looks. Since taking a break from her love life, Selena has remained slightly more reclusive again. Perhaps this is to work on new music (she will perform at the Billboard Awards) or to take some much-needed R&R time. Regardless of what she's up to, know this: when Selena steps out again, all eyes will be on her outfit. Read on to see our favorite looks from her so far.
We Hereby Declare Cardi B the Queen of Outrageously Extra Manicures, OKURRR?
Cardi B frequently changes up her style - in the past year she's worn everything from a giant loofah to an elegant, formfitting gown - but you can always count on one constant: insanely over-the-top nails. Each and every time the "Bodak Yellow" singer walks the red carpet, attends an event, or puts on a show, her fingernails are blinged out beyond belief, usually with an assortment of shiny jewels. We're assuming Cardi's manicurist, Jenny Bui, has to wear sunglasses while doing the rapper's nails because they end up being so effing blinding.
Seeing as Cardi B is on the fast track to worldwide domination, we figured it's about time we take a second to appreciate her wildest manicures to date. Admire them in all their extra glory ahead, and you'll develop a newfound respect for her ability to slay a live performance without breaking a superlong nail.
Alex Rodriguez Sent J Lo This Racy Text Message (From the Bathroom!) During Their First Date
Jennifer Lopez just spilled some juicy details about her first date with Alex Rodriguez, and we're all ears. The 48-year-old star, who's been dating the former baseball player for more than a year now, sat down with Ellen DeGeneres to chat about how their fiery romance began. She revealed that ARod sent a particularly bold text message to her in the middle of their first date - but he went to the bathroom to send it. Find out what the MLB star was too shy to tell J Lo to her face during their dinner date by watching the interview above, and then be sure to relive their cutest couple moments to date. Long live J-Rod!
Queen Letizia's Style Deserves a Crown of Its Own, So Start Taking Notes
We aren't even halfway through 2018 and Queen Letizia's already reigning supreme in the fashion department. The Spanish royal isn't afraid to repeat outfits, show off some serious bling, or push the boundaries with her looks. Her love of wearing different pieces truly shines whenever she steps out for an event.
Whether she's wearing a gorgeous ball gown, a head-to-toe red ensemble, or just upstaging Queen Elizabeth during a state visit, Letizia knows exactly what to wear and does it with confidence. Keep scrolling to relish in Queen Letizia's best outfits this year.
This Is Why I'm Keeping My American Last Name When I Get Married
"So what's your new name going to be when you get married?" My answer: "It's going to be 'Emilia' . . . wait for it . . . 'Benton.'"
Most people express surprise and shock when I tell them I don't plan to change my name when I get married later this year, but in 2017, I'm equally shocked that most people would just assume I would, because it's what you're "supposed" to do (here in the US, anyway). But a name is such a huge part of one's identity, and my decision is one that I actually have given a lot of thought to - and the reason is probably one you'd never guess.
My mother was born and raised in Lima, Peru, where she lived for most of her life before she finished medical school, married my American dad, and eventually moved to my hometown of Houston, TX, a few years before my twin sister and I were born.
In Peru, children are given four total names at birth: first name, middle name, father's last name, mother's last name. When women get married, they traditionally keep their legal birth names instead of taking on their partner's. This is exactly what all my seven Peruvian tías have done, and the traditions are actually the same in Mexico, where my fiancé is from.
Despite the fact that my mom's Peruvian culture was always a huge part of her life, she chose to follow the American custom and took my dad's last name, swapping her original middle name for just her father's last name's initial. Her legal name became Claudia S. Benton - the S stood for Subiria.
Since my mom passed away when I was 11, when I got engaged, I turned to my dad and her sisters to try to learn about how she came to this decision. My aunts suggested she was just beginning her career as a doctor, and it's likely she thought that having an American name would give her an advantage in the medical field when it came to being taken seriously by her future colleagues. My dad has told me she was convinced she would end up at a program either in Detroit or Miami, because "that's where they sent all the foreign-born Latinos." I can certainly sympathize with that, as I've been stereotyped and even had my intelligence insulted in professional and educational settings simply because I'm visibly Latina. But I'd be lying if I said that revelation, and the fact that my mom might have gone to lengths to conceal her Latino last name, didn't also make me sad.
I've known for years, long before I met my now-fiancé, that I wanted to keep my name if and when I got married. Even though it's been almost 19 years since my mom passed away unexpectedly, she's still widely remembered within the Texas medical field and in the large hospital she worked at. It never fails to make me proud any time I am recognized as Claudia Benton's daughter, so why would I want people not to know I'm related to this amazing woman? My mom's decision might have been an effort to fight stereotypes, but my decision to keep my American last name, her last name, has everything to do with her legacy.
Tapatío Now Makes Spicy Ramen Noodles - Because You Deserve Nice Things, Dammit!
Instant ramen is good; getting creative with instant ramen is even better. Since the dish first became a college dorm staple, people have been adding their own spin to cheap ramen, improving their noodles with everything from peanut butter (for DIY pad thai) to eggs (to mimic authentic Japanese ramen). It's also extremely common to add a hefty dose of heat to instant ramen with hot sauce . . . which makes the news that Tapatío salsa is now selling its own spicy take on ramen noodles especially exciting for fans who've been demanding it for years! Tapatío and ramen go together better than peanut butter and jelly, so this perfect food marriage has been a long time coming.
Available on Amazon, at grocery stores, and from the salsa company directly, these spice-infused instant noodles mean you won't have to carry your own bottle of Tapatío around anymore - at least where ramen is concerned. (But who are we kidding? Spicy food enthusiasts will always find a reason to travel with their own arsenal of hot sauce.) You can try the noodles in several flavors: original, beef, chicken, and soon shrimp, thanks to popular demand. We'll take 10 of each, please!
If you can't wait to taste the spicy noodles for yourself, you don't have to; simply shop the different flavors here.
Sit Back, Relax, and Enjoy These 10 Pictures of Jennifer Lopez Wearing a Swimsuit
Jennifer Lopez knows exactly how to put her curves on display no matter what she's doing. Whether she's swinging off a building on the cover of Harper's Bazaar or just wearing workout clothes, the 48-year-old jack of all trades just keeps getting better and better with age. For decades fans have wondered what her secret is, and the answer is still a mystery.
When Jennifer isn't blowing us away on the red carpet with some of her legendary naked dresses, she's practically causing heart attacks in supersexy swimwear. She loves to rock a basic bikini but switches it up on occasion. She proved just that when she wore this monokini in Paris while on vacation with boyfriend Alex Rodriguez. You might want to sit down before you keep scrolling to see her in these smoldering swimsuits.
Rihanna Basically Missed a Spot Shaving, and Now Fans Are Throwing Away Their Razors
We're all pretty well acquainted with Queen Rihanna at this point, and if you're not, welcome to the club. The 30-year-old singer and entrepreneur is an expert at blowing our minds while simultaneously keeping things very real, and this was no exception when she posted her Summer vibes to Instagram on May 2.
Rihanna shared a sexy snap in the sunlight and captioned it "When you can't wait for summer," which is a relatable mood, if I've ever seen one. In the pic, she's casually wearing a fringe tank top and tiger-patterned bikini bottoms, but it's not her outfit that ended up catching fans' attention.
While you may need to squint to see it, look in just the right direction, and you'll notice a little glint of leg hair in her first two pictures. Even though the hair is seemingly undetectable, that's all the internet needed to kiss their razors goodbye. Fans started responding to Rihanna's photo, tweeting, "If Rihanna doesn't shave her legs neither am I" and "If Rihanna doesn't shave, I won't shave." Hey, the hassle of shaving during the Summer is real. I. Get. This.
Rihanna hasn't commented back about her leg hair specifically, but she did reply to one commenter who mistook the sunlight for stretch marks.
Regardless of how you feel about Rihanna's leg hair, the decision to ditch shaving or go hairless is completely up to you! In the words of Rihanna herself, you've got to do things your own way, darling.
This Blogger Stopped Shaving Her Body Hair and Now Lives Her Most Comfortable Life
When fitness blogger Morgan Mikenas was in middle school, she was bullied during gym class about having hair on her legs. She went home after school and cried to her mom begging her to teach her how to shave, but years later, she made a personal decision to stop shaving and she's finally living her truest life. "I'm not trying to make all of humanity just stop shaving their armpits and leg hair anymore," Morgan said in a YouTube video explaining why she quit shaving. "I just want to inspire others in what works for you, what makes you feel the most comfortable."
She said that the number one reason why she stopped was because of the time it took. "One day, I was like, why am I doing this anymore?" and that was it for Morgan. She stopped shaving her legs over a year ago and has never looked back. Society puts pressure on women to look a certain way, but Morgan explained she is leaving her body the way Mother Nature intended.
"When I would let my leg hair grow out in the past I would feel dirty, I would feel kind of ashamed because I just didn't feel feminine," she said. "So, then I would feel obligated to go shave my legs so I would feel good and feel sexy, but not anymore. Honestly I frickin' love my hair, I love my body hair, I love the hair that grows on my body. I just like being my most natural and human self."
Since she stopped shaving, Morgan has been more comfortable than ever before. Her boyfriend encourages her and thinks she looks beautiful with or without hair, but no one should be ashamed of their body hair and Morgan wants her followers to know that. "I just think it's unfair to people who think they have to be in this norm, this culture norm," she said. "You just do whatever makes you feel good."
Keep reading to see photos of Morgan's incredibly empowering photos.
20 Game-Changing Spring Drugstore Beauty Products
It's that time of year again! The time when all of our favorite drugstore brands prepare to showcase their most innovative products in order for us to achieve our boldest, most refreshing, Insta-worthy Spring and Summer yet - and boy, did they live up to the challenge. We're talking lightweight, buildable foundations that act like a second skin, dry shampoos that remove grease but manage to leave strands looking (the good kind of) shiny, and palettes that look like they were handpicked by us (no throwaway shades!).
Did we mention Bliss has a new look, complete with revamped and never-before-seen products? And that you can now revive your hair in one minute or less? You'll also find more proof to confirm our theory that micellar water is here to stay.
Read on for 20 Spring drugstore products (including a new brush set and makeup bag to round out your collection) that will help you bounce back from those Winter blues, each for under $20.
Wannabe Ariels Will Flip For These 11 Little Mermaid Tattoos
Are you obsessed with all things The Little Mermaid? There's no shame in your Ariel game. If you're certain that your love for the movie is eternal, we rounded up our favorite tattoos inspired by the Disney film. Check them out and consider one for yourself. There's always room for more ink.
We're Tempted to Toss All Our Gloss in Favor of These New Lip Powders
There's nothing like a bold bolt of color to make your pout pop! But while so many lip color formulas have become liquified in recent years, there's another product type that's prepping to take over the beauty counter: powdered lipsticks. In fact, they are already part of one of the Spring's biggest collaborations: NARS and Erdem's floral-inspired lip palette, which recently hit shelves.
These K-beauty imports are impressively versatile, as they can match and mattify a lip look minus the ashy finish a translucent powder can leave behind. Plus depending on the finish, these pretty powders have the power to add dimension and sheen for a fully customized lip look that's bound to score a slew of Instagram likes.
Forget Diamonds - Gold Makeup Is Really a Girl's Best Friend
Is there anything better than a gorgeous glow?! This Summer, we can't wait to be dripping in golden glosses, polishes, and highlighters galore. Whether you're looking for an eye gloss you can see from miles away or an all-in-one primer, we're here to make sure you live your best golden goddess life. Just keep scrolling to shop our picks!
We Hereby Declare Cardi B the Queen of Outrageously Extra Manicures, OKURRR?
Cardi B frequently changes up her style - in the past year she's worn everything from a giant loofah to an elegant, formfitting gown - but you can always count on one constant: insanely over-the-top nails. Each and every time the "Bodak Yellow" singer walks the red carpet, attends an event, or puts on a show, her fingernails are blinged out beyond belief, usually with an assortment of shiny jewels. We're assuming Cardi's manicurist, Jenny Bui, has to wear sunglasses while doing the rapper's nails because they end up being so effing blinding.
Seeing as Cardi B is on the fast track to worldwide domination, we figured it's about time we take a second to appreciate her wildest manicures to date. Admire them in all their extra glory ahead, and you'll develop a newfound respect for her ability to slay a live performance without breaking a superlong nail.
The One Product That Saves My Frizzy Hair Every Damn Day
Summer is unequivocally the best season. It's warm, birds are chirping, you can stay out longer, and there seems to be an extra pep in everyone's step. There's only one issue: Summer means humidity, and humidity means frizz. Frizz is an issue that's plagued my hair for as long as I can remember, and I used to think it was a lost cause. My hair was, to put it kindly, unpredictable.
I am no hair guru, so my routine consisted of washing and conditioning - no masks, no other products, and definitely no hot tools. There was no rhyme or reason, but one morning I would wake up with soft waves, and the next it would be a triangle-shaped mess. Frankly, I got tired of guessing what my hair would look like each day. Armed with no real knowledge or expertise, I set out to find a product that would control my natural volume and make my hair look a little more tousled and a little less like bed head. After some searching, I found my miracle product: Bumble and Bumble's Bb. Don't Blo It Thick (H)air Styler ($31).
This is the one and only hair product that is in my makeup bag everywhere I go, without fail.
When I was dreaming of my ideal product, I wanted it to control some of my frizz but not flatten my hair. I'm partial to that undone, soft-wave look, and I needed to make sure that I would still be able to achieve that when my hair dried. The best part of this product is that it's an air styler, meaning it's meant to be used on air-dried hair. This speaks to me on a personal level; I have neither the patience nor the skill to successfully heat-style my hair.
The whole process couldn't be simpler. After you get out of the shower, you just work the cream through your hair. I massage my roots and scrunch my ends, but some people just do ends - whatever works best for you. Then you put on a face mask or get ready for work or watch TV or whatever your heart desires. When the hair dries, it's silky and frizz-free.
I don't know what kind of sorcery the scientists at Bumble and Bumble have come up with, but I'm completely devoted to them. This air styler is proof that you don't need to be an amateur hairstylist to have beautiful hair, and you don't need to spend a long time on it, either. Formulated with avocado and jojoba oil, it's ideal for keeping your tresses hydrated and smooth. Plus, there are no parabens or sulfates to weigh your hair down. I don't think too much about how my hair is going to look anymore; I just think about making sure I always have enough of this cream.
10 Next-Level Travel Sets For the Beauty Girl on the Go
You sprung for business class and the room with a view, so why should you start skimping on your beauty routine the moment you put up your away message? Because you've spent too many weeks (if not months) researching and testing to find the right products for your needs only to replace them with whatever is at the hotel or on sale at the local convenience store, we went ahead and rounded up 10 luxury travel sets for splurging on your hair, skin, and body. After all, they deserve a little TLC, too!
68 Brilliant Beauty Products From Ulta That Deserve Their High Ratings
If you're deciding on a new makeup, hair, or skincare product, you obviously want it to work incredibly well. There are some items that have truly stood the test of time and become cult classics. These are cosmetics that give you noticeable results. Thankfully, Ulta carries many of the things we're talking about. Whether you need an excellent waterproof mascara or a dry shampoo that will revive your hair, there's a formula for that. We rounded up the ultimate must-have items you need for your vanity. Take a look at the essentials, and invest in them for game-changing outcomes.
I Get Tons of Free Beauty Loot, but These Are 12 Drugstore Products I Buy Over and Over
Not everyone has access to a beauty closet, but most of us can locate a drugstore. In fact, if I had to choose between trying free beauty products and making daily trips to Duane Reade, I think I'd chose the latter. While it's great to test the latest and greatest brands and products, the items I simply cannot live without can be purchased for a reasonable price at my neighborhood drugstore. From shaving gel to makeup remover, here are the 12 drugstore finds I find myself buying over and over again.
You Could Spend Hours in the Sun, or You Could Get a New Bronzer
In our opinion, there's nothing quite as transformative as a great bronzer. Applying it correctly can enhance your features in a pretty powerful way. And while the weather's warming up and everyone's rushing to get a tan, you can rest easy knowing you have your trusty new bronzer to keep you glowing without the sun exposure. Just keep reading to shop!
98 Incredible Products That Will Totally Transform Your Skin
If you're a beauty junkie who loves trying new products every chance you get, you've come to the right place. We did the hard work for you and unearthed 98 amazing products we think are worth the hype. Whether you're on the hunt for a zinc sunscreen or you're looking for a hydrating new mask, it's all here. From brands like Drunk Elephant to Neutrogena, these are the best of the best to treat all your skin woes. Read ahead to pick up one (or 10!) amazing things you've never tried.
13 Travel Minis From Sephora That Will Convince You to Book a Vacation
Warning: do not read the following post if you are trying to conserve vacation days. The 13 travel minis and kits you are about to see will make you really, really want to book a vacation. Read on to see everything from skin care to dry shampoo that you need to stash in your travel bag - there's even a way to get a pint-size Fenty Gloss Bomb!
11 Must-Try Summer Beauty Products You Can Get at Your Trusty Target
I love a good luxe beauty haul as much as the next member of the Finer Things Club, but sometimes you need not look further than your local Target aisle to resupply your stash. We all know the oldie-but-goodie drugstore brands available at the megaretailer, such as Maybelline and Burt's Bees, but recently Target has upped its game to stock the likes of Bliss, Captain Blankenship, and Kristin Ess.
This is all good news, but sometimes a massive supply can get daunting. Don't despair, budget babes: here are the 11 best things you can buy at Target this Summer.
This $18 Vanity Mirror Is Going Viral on Amazon - See Why It's So Cool
Beauty junkies, we have found your next necessary purchase. This Ovonni Vanity Makeup Mirror ($18) is up 21,000 percent in sales and for good reason - 83 percent of customers give it five stars, which is quite impressive. So why are buyers loving it so much?
For starters, the three-panel design allows you to see your face from every angle. The mirror is also built with 21 LED lights that let you to see when you're in dim rooms. You can adjust the brightness depending on your preference. There are two ways to power up this item - you can use AAA batteries or a USB cable. The product also comes with a magnifying mirror in the corner so you can perfect every detail of your look.
This mirror is incredibly useful to have on hand, plus it's easy to travel with. We can't wait to give it a try!
If Running Isn't Helping You Lose Weight, Do This 30-Minute Workout Instead
I know what it's like to exercise like crazy and not get the results you're after. I ran for years and years, and it wasn't until I started CrossFit (and monitored my calorie intake) that I started seeing results - bye-bye, belly fat!
Although lifting heavier weights was definitely part of my success, I'm convinced that trading in steady cardio for HIIT-type workouts (high-intensity interval training) was absolutely the key to my success! HIIT has proven to be one of the best workouts for weight loss, especially belly fat.
If this sounds familiar and you're tired of devoting endless hours to workouts without your body showing for it, you don't need to join a CrossFit box (unless you want to!) - just do this HIIT workout.
The workout: After a five-minute dynamic warmup, complete each exercise for 40 seconds, then rest for 20 seconds before starting the next move. Repeat this 10-minute circuit for a total of three times to complete a 30-minute workout. Challenge yourself to see how many reps you can do of each move, and really push it during each high-intensity interval, knowing you have 20 seconds of rest to recover.
Equipment needed: Medium to heavy dumbbells (I use 15 or 20-pounders) and a kettlebell if you have it. Choose weights that tire your arms out, so don't go light - it's OK to have two sets of dumbbells on hand. If you need more details on each exercise, see the instructions below.
| Time | Exercise |
|---|---|
| 0:00-1:00 | 40 seconds burpees, 20 seconds rest |
| 1:01-2:00 | 40 seconds dumbbell thrusters, 20 seconds rest |
| 2:01-3:00 | 40 seconds burpees, 20 seconds rest |
| 3:01-4:00 | 40 seconds triceps push-ups, 20 seconds rest |
| 4:01-5:00 | 40 seconds burpees, 20 seconds rest |
| 5:01-6:00 | 40 seconds kettlebell swings, 20 seconds rest |
| 6:01-7:00 | 40 seconds burpees, 20 seconds rest |
| 7:01-8:00 | 40 seconds alternating dumbbell forward lunges (6 per side), 20 seconds rest |
| 8:01-9:00 | 40 seconds burpees, 20 seconds rest |
| 9:01-10:00 | 40 seconds V crunches, 20 seconds rest |
5 Easy Weeknight Meals to Make From 1 Roast Chicken
Besides being delicious on its own, roast chicken is the meal that keeps on giving, making it a perfect dish during a busy week. While generally considered the main attraction of a dinner spread, roast chicken should also be your go-to when time is short. Start with our recipe for this easy-to-make dish - or if you're feeling lazy, buy a rotisserie chicken - and after enjoying some for tonight's dinner, use the leftover meat to whip up these easy meals throughout the week. Less time spent on figuring out your meals means more time for all the holiday happenings you have on your calendar!
15 Crazy Good Shrimp Recipes That Are 100% Healthy For You
Shrimp and prawns are truly versatile seafood options since they can be prepared a million different ways and they range in size, texture, and taste, depending on where they're sourced from. While scampi, Pad Thai, and rice dishes containing them might be delicious cravings we never want to pass up, they're often prepared with rich sauces and starchy carbs. Luckily for you, you don't need to skimp on flavor when it comes to dinner tonight. Check out these 15 satisfying shrimp dishes that are low-cal, yet totally #nomnom worthy.
36 Disney World Hacks That Will Make Your Trip Even More Magical
Want to avoid the long Walt Disney World lines in the sweltering heat of a Florida Summer? We can help with that. Some of the park's biggest fans came together on two Quora threads to offer tips and tricks for making your trip to Disney World even more magical - and more economical, too. These hacks will help you navigate the parks, find the best deals, and make the most of the happiest place on the planet.
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These Lightweight Carry-Ons Will Make Traveling a Breeze This Summer
No one wants to be the overpacker who is stuck lugging a heavy suitcase through the airport. It's easier said than done, but packing light is totally possible. Editing your wardrobe and rolling things into perfect tube shapes to maximize space takes some practice, but once you have these hacks down, you're ready to roll. All you need is a lightweight carry-on. We rounded up a list of our favorites, so all you have to do is shop. Find your perfect match ahead.
These "Tech Tats" Are Going to Upgrade Your Life and Have You Feeling Like a Robotic Badass
Ever been way too busy to make a doctor's appointment for your physical, but wished there was another way for them to collect all your medical information? Or, what about wanting to pay for dinner with your credit card without ever having to take out your wallet? While it may seem too good to be true, Chaotic Moon has developed a solution to do all of that and so much more just by attaching a little tattoo to your arm. Back in 2015, the software development firm created a prototype for these all-encompassing "Tech Tats," and they have recently resurfaced because it is just SO cool.
The brainiacs at Chaotic Moon have developed this product with the medical, banking, and fitness industries in mind. "The Tech Tattoos can really tie in everything into one package," said Eric Schneider, creative technologist, hardware at Chaotic Moon. "So it can look at early signs of fever, your vital signs, heart rate, everything that it needs to look at to notify you that you're getting sick or your child's getting sick."
How is this different from your current wearable? Well, it can go anywhere on your body, not just your wrist and it can even be washed off like a temporary tattoo. They create a circuit on your skin and are able to monitor body temperature, stress levels, and more medical data from your body. It's unknown when the Tech Tats will be available to the public, but Mashable reports that the ultimate goal is to make it super cheap, so you can buy a box like a box of Band-Aids.
Glitter Walls Are Now a Thing, and Honestly, We Can't Say We're Mad About It
Why limit sparkly filters to photos when you can KiraKira your home in real life? People are loving glitter so much right now that they're giving their walls a glamorous makeover. Whether it's through applying glitter wall paint or twinkling wallpaper, silver seems to be the most popular selection on Instagram - and let's be honest, it complements just about any kind of decor. See all the different ways to incorporate glitter into your own living space ahead!
This 4-Leaf Clover Puzzle Is Harder Than It Looks - Seriously
Love everything to do with St. Patrick's Day? Or, maybe you love puzzles? Well, we're bringing you a puzzle that combines both in a moving GIF.
Pusheen, an adorable illustrated cat beloved by the internet and anyone who likes cute things, posted a puzzle on its Facebook page asking people to find a four-leaf clover. Try it for yourself below.
The post is incredibly popular, with more than 56,000 reactions, 17,000 shares, and 3,000 comments. Did you have trouble finding the four-leaf clover? One commenter pointed out how to find it: look at the wagging tail, count four clovers down, and you should be able to see it. Happy St. Patrick's Day!
I Never Expected to Fall in Love With Virtual Reality - but Then I Met Oculus Go
I have always been a skeptic when it comes to anything billed as "the next big thing." Sure, I'll try anything once - but until something becomes integrated fully into the mainstream universe that is our collective digital lives, I'll generally keep an arched eyebrow and a snarky comment in my back pocket for the day that the latest "game changer" inevitably, indubitably, inescapably fails.
There have been some exceptions to this rule, of course. I'll be the first to admit that last year I ate some serious crow with regards to the world of smart-home technology. But that all pales in comparison with my most recent revelation, one that represents the biggest step-change in my 30-something years of life: I think we may finally, as a society, have gotten virtual reality to the place where it's actually ready to be the real next big thing - and it's all because of Oculus Go.
To be clear, I'm no stranger to virtual reality. I've tested my fair share of headsets and devices and rigs over the years and never really understood what it was that people enjoyed. Nor did I understand why anyone in their right mind would spend such a phenomenal amount of money to acquire a device that hurt your face, put your phone in perilous proximity to your eyeballs, and didn't do anything truly revolutionary (as far as I was concerned). As a result, when I walked in to demo Oculus Go a couple of weeks ago, I wasn't really prepared for the experience that I immediately got - in fact, I was literally speechless for a couple of hours after, contemplating just how big a deal what I had just seen truly was.
First and foremost, let me just throw this out there: the starting price for the unit (complete with accessories and the control) is $199 - and no, that's not a typo. As the most affordable model ever to enter what was once considered a prohibitively expensive space, it puts the virtual reality experience at a cheaper price point than any standard video game system (the possibilities for gaming are endless!) and, of course, far lower than a TV set itself (you can watch streaming video right on the device!). It also means that it's not the end of the world if something happens to it, transforming the headset into a portable part of your everyday life as opposed to an object that should be kept under glass.
To that end, one of the most revolutionary parts of the Oculus Go is that you can take it anywhere with you since it's a completely standalone device. You use your phone to set it up, but that's it - there's nothing inserted into the front of the goggles, no lanky cords, no computer required nearby. Being wireless, flexible, and easy to replace makes it so that you actually want to spend time with the device, with the added bonus that the developers spent a whole hell of a lot of time working to make it more comfortable - adding soft-to-the-touch eye wells, including straps that accommodate a ponytail, and developing a spacer for those who wear glasses. You can even get prescription lens inserts, if you're feeling fancy - in other words, they've covered every single imaginable base with the newest design, and boy was it worth the wait.
At this point, it should be quite clear that both my wallet and my face were feeling ecstatic about the prospects of the Oculus Go - but it took the four-day weekend I spent one on one with the headset to truly round out the trifecta - that is to say, to really show me why I needed one in my life and I needed it now. What makes the device so astoundingly glorious is what's found inside: an entire world, built and ready to explore, with the promise of so, so much more. With third-party apps popping up on the daily and 360 videos being uploaded to Facebook hourly, there's a never-ending stream of delightful content that pours into the Oculus Go. But there are two features in particular that I want to spotlight as what truly won me over: the beauty that is Oculus Spaces and the striking experience of streaming Netflix and Hulu in VR.
There have been prior iterations of Spaces in previous Oculus models, and chances are you've probably seen some form of the technology utilized on the Facebook platform itself. But the 2018 version brings our wildest Sims-based fantasies to life, placing a customized personal avatar in a personalized apartment that allows you to play games, watch TV, and have animated conversations with friends - all in a world that is your very own. This is where things get super trippy, so hold on to your hat: your avatar moves as you do, and the built-in headset sound is spatial, so if your friend is talking to you on the left side you'll only hear them in that ear. If that doesn't blow your mind enough, note that you can sit down at a table and play a board game as your favorite movie plays in the background and you chat to one another from afar.
But it doesn't have to be just any movie. Oculus Go partnered with Netflix and Hulu so you can watch any of your favorite binge-streaming shows from the comfort of your Spaces couch while sat beside your best friend - no matter where you are in real life. Which is a big freakin' deal in and of itself, but also consider this: even if you want to watch something solo, you no longer have to stress out about kicking your roommates out of the living room to watch your favorite series or about the sound being too loud when you fall asleep with your computer still on. Instead, you can lay back and watch that ending on your own time, making it a real, actual game changer, if you ask me.
While I may have just laid out the case for why Oculus Go ticks all the boxes for a virtual reality fantasy made realized and complete, just summing up my favorite features doesn't even scratch the surface of the myriad things this must-have device can do, so you can expect to hear a whole lot more from me on my continuing quest to conquer every inch of the headset's features, dear reader, over the coming days and weeks. But at this stage I can say one thing for certain, and it's something I never expected I'd say: Oculus Go made me a VR believer, and I'm pretty damn sure that if you pick one up for yourself, it'll make you a believer too.
4 Dreamers Remember the Moment They Learned They Were Undocumented
While many recipients of DACA - who are known as Dreamers - grow up in the US fully aware they are undocumented, that's not the case for everyone. In fact, some Dreamers had little to no knowledge that they came into the country illegally until one jarring moment revealed the truth. Some lived their young lives thinking their future held the same opportunities as their classmates' and friends' - only to find out later that their paths would be uncertain.
The Development, Relief, and Education For Alien Minors Act, or Deferred Action For Childhood Arrivals, has been in limbo since the Trump administration announced its plans to rescind the program in September 2017. DACA was first established as an executive order by then-President Barack Obama in 2012; it allows protections for recipients under the age of 31 who were brought into the country illegally before their 16th birthday.
While the Supreme Court did buy DACA recipients some more time with its decision to not hear arguments from Congress on the program's future - therefore allowing DACA to continue - the ongoing debate over immigration still leaves many Dreamers uncertain and fearing the worst.
POPSUGAR spoke to Dreamers who still remember clearly the surprise and dread they felt when they discovered they were undocumented. Here are their stories.
This Adorable Stray Dog Is Now a Monastery's Newest Friar
A monastery in Bolivia has a new adorable friar: a stray dog who goes by Friar Bigotón. The schnauzer dog, originally a stray, was recently adopted by a Franciscan monastery in Cochabamba, Bolivia. Friar Bigotón and his story went viral after photos of him dressed in Franciscan clothing were posted to Facebook.
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The dog, named Friar Carmelo and who also goes by the nickname Friar Bigotón (mustache in English), is seen in various photos running around the monastery, drinking water - all while dressed as a friar. The Facebook album, was posted by Kasper Mariusz Kaproń Ofm, on Feb. 26. It's clear that people love the dog a lot, considering the album has more than 2,000 reactions.
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Fray Carmelo predicando a los peces
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Friar Jorge Fernandez told the Dodo that Carmelo loves playing and running - and that they're big fans of him. "Here, all of the brothers love him very much. He is a creature of God."
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It's thanks to local adoption agency, Proyecto Narices Frias, that Carmelo found a new home. We're so glad he did - he looks like he's having the time of his life.
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I’m an Atheist - and No, I’m Not More Likely to Be a Serial Killer Than Anyone Else
Like 40 percent of Americans, I found myself on a Sunday morning in a place of worship; specifically, I was sitting in the pew of a church. Not just any church, but Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, GA, which former President Jimmy Carter attends and where he was scheduled to teach Sunday school that morning. After "checking in" on Facebook, I received notifications and text messages with the same question, "You're in a CHURCH?" Yes, this atheist was in church. Yes, this atheist was going to listen to a Sunday school class and participate in a full church service. But just because I don't believe in any higher power, did that mean that I couldn't reap any judicious lessons about humanity that might be taught?
There's a common misconception that atheists are untrustworthy and immoral and will burst into flames upon entrance of any religious facility. Now, there are people of all faiths or nonfaith who are untrustworthy or immoral, but I am here to tell you that none us will spontaneously combust. All jokes aside, this is a harmful and hurtful stereotype that those of nonfaith face. The New York Times recently published an article highlighting a new study by the journal Nature: Human Behaviour that showed a strong bias against atheists among those questioned in more than 13 countries, including the United States. The shared suspicion of nonbelievers as dangerous is still alive and well worldwide. The survey showed an "extreme moral prejudice against atheists," and respondents even said they believed serial killers were more likely to be atheists. (Which begs the question: what about terrorist attacks conducted by faith-based persons vs. atheists/agnostics?)
The nonbeliever portrays an unwelcome threat to the religious, when, really, we are just trying to live our lives.
Teachings from the books of various religions including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam reinforce punitive measures for those who don't obey the religious teachings as lessons to be learned - often brutal lessons. This is to, literally, put the fear of God in you. One would think that this would lead to better behavior among adults and children, a kinder mentality toward fellow humans. And yet, another study conducted by a team of developmental psychologists found that "children from religious families are less kind and more punitive than those from non-religious households." This is not to say that there aren't some good lessons to be learned from these religious books; on the contrary, commandments such as "Love thy neighbor as thyself" and not to gossip about others are exercises from which we could all do a little better in practicing. But when these teachings cease to be about genuine kindness and more about who can be the better worshiper, this is when religion starts to lose its credibility in regards to morality.
The author, right, with former president Jimmy Carter, center, and his wife, Rosalynn Carter, left, at Maranatha Baptist Church. Photo courtesy the author.
Here's the thing about atheists: when we show altruism, it's not to assuage some higher power or in the hopes that we are going to get a front-row seat in some kind of heaven or afterlife. We also don't have the fear or guilt that often comes with religious pledging. We practice acts of decency toward our fellow humans on this earth because that's just what you do. So why are atheists still judged and treated as if we're dangerous? My take on this is what plagues all of us at some point in our lives: fear of the unknown. In my experience, many who have not found their own comfort and confidence in their religious lives project their unease onto "the other." Atheists are routinely seen as "the other." The nonbeliever portrays an unwelcome threat to the religious, when, really, we are just trying to live our lives.
What the study published in The New York Times failed to explore or answer was why atheists are seen as immoral and less trustworthy. What we should now ask is why atheists and agnostics are seen as more likely to be "psychopathic serial killer(s)," when there's not any evidence proving this belief as accurate? Who gets to define "morality"? Why is the idea of morality synonymous with religion, when no one should have to be driven by gods, faith leaders, or fear to simply be charitable, decent people?
The person to my left, who was raised Baptist but turned Episcopalian, guided me through the service, as I stood unfamiliar and unsure.
I sat in the sanctuary that Sunday with a wide array of people from various states, countries, faiths, and nonfaiths, all of our differences acknowledged and welcomed. The person to my left, who was raised Baptist but turned Episcopalian, guided me through the service, as I stood unfamiliar and unsure. President Carter's lesson that morning focused on Ezekiel 37 and The Valley of the Dry Bones. While this lesson serves as a reminder to those of the Christian faith that God can make bad things in their lives better, President Carter's words and actions transcended the scripture. He himself presents as an example, as he takes the dry bones of wood and turns them into homes through his volunteerism for Habitat For Humanity. Regardless of how big or small, our gestures to humanity as a whole are how we make a difference, rather than where or who we choose to worship or not.
Atheists are your neighbors, your coworkers, your classmates. As an atheist, I awaken each day with the same hopes and fears as those who believe in a higher power. I just go about tackling those challenges a little bit differently. Rather than continuing to further the idea of atheists as "immoral" and reinforcing a falsely based fear, we need to redirect the dialogue and have the conversation. As people navigating this planet for a fairly short amount of time, we're all just trying to do the best we can, while leaving this place a little more compassionate than before, whether we believe in a god or not.
What It Means to "Dead-Name" a Transgender Person, and Why You Should Stop
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In the first season of Amazon's incredible, visceral series Transparent, we meet Maura, a transgender woman who decides to come out later in her life. Maura has three kids and an ex-wife, all of whom struggle to see this new side of a person they've known for decades. During this time of struggle (and in flashbacks), we also learn what is known as Maura's "dead name" - aka the name she had prior to her transition.
In many small ways, her family shows resistance in accepting Maura's true presentation of self. It may be by using her old name or by recounting pretransition memories. Even the term "Moppa" - an amalgamation of "Momma" and "Poppa" that her kids adopt in the wake of her coming out - refuses to acknowledge that Maura wishes to be seen completely as a woman. The series shows just how crucial selecting her new name really was to Maura's transition process.
Now, in 2017, we're seeing some truly horrifying oppression against the transgender community - everything from President Trump's transgender military ban to a disturbing growing number of murders of transgender people. These are some of the more extreme examples of discrimination and mistreatment transgender people still face today, to be sure. Even so, they represent a marked ignorance about the transgender journey in general that inevitably reinforces the very behavior that breeds it. Even on the most basic level, transgender people are invalidated in ways both great and small every day. Perhaps one of the most common and easiest ways to dishonor someone's identity is to participate in what is known as "dead-naming."
"Dead-naming" is a term that involves "the practice of uttering or publishing the name that a transperson used prior to transition."
According to the Advocate, "dead-naming" is a term that involves "the practice of uttering or publishing the name that a transperson used prior to transition." Most of the time, an individual will pick a new name as soon as they begin to identify as the gender they know they are on the inside. This new name, in a way, marks the "death" of their old identity and the person they once were. With a new name, they signify a new, more truthful, and more fully realized phase of their life.
To get a better understanding of the deep significance of selecting a given name, we spoke to writer Caleb Camacho. "I think selecting a name and hearing people refer to me with that name was pretty solidifying in the transition process," Camacho, who is transgender, told POPSUGAR. "It made me feel like I was being seen as the man I was presenting myself as. When I finally got my legal documentation changed over to reflect my chosen name, it was a major deal. Yes, it's time-consuming and frustrating, but it's so worth it in the end. I no longer get strange looks when I present my ID card or license."
It's clear that choosing a new name to go with a more authentic identity is a very private and personal aspect of an individual's transition. That said, there have been several prominent and public examples of transgender people addressing how they wish to be referred to - both in pronouns and by formal names - especially in the last decade. As we already mentioned, Transparent introduces us to a transgender woman who renames herself Maura after coming out. Since Maura's dead name is Mort, her choice of name signifies a common way for an individual to self-identify after transition: to take their previous name and use a version of it that reflects their new identity.
Some transgender individuals, like Transparent producer Zackary Drucker, opt not to change their names at all. Drucker said in a 2015 interview with Dr. Drew, "[I come from] a family that always told me that I could be whomever I wanted to be, and to be proud of who I was, which is one of the reasons why I chose not to change my name." Still other individuals, like actor Colin Mochrie's daughter, Kinley, pick a new name entirely.
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Then there's perhaps the most high-profile transition the public has ever seen: Caitlyn Jenner's. Caitlyn came out on the cover of Vanity Fair in May 2015 and left her old identity behind. She even went so far as to explain the significance behind her choice, which is something she absolutely does not owe the public. With so many striking examples of individuals electing to go by new and powerful names, it's not difficult to understand how it's so intrinsic to their transgender identity. For Camacho, it's an important marker of honor. "For the people I've grown up with or with family members, it feels like they respect who I am when they use my preferred name," he said. "I understand that it may take some time for them to get used to it, but - to me - it's a sign of respect." On the other side of the coin, it should be easy to see how dead-naming can be harmful and even hostile.
Camacho agrees. "In my experience, dead-naming can show a lack of respect for that person's identity," he explained. "For those who have just begun their transition, especially, it can also cause pretty bad dysphoria and self-doubt and anxiety and a whole list of emotions that no one should have to deal with."
"Dead-naming can show a lack of respect for that person's identity."
Jenner's very publicized transition means she is also often dead-named, especially since she was a celebrity prior to her coming out. The common belief is that dead-naming is OK, as long as we're talking about the person in a time before their transition. The reality is, as Sam Riedel states in a crucial HuffPost article about the practice, using a transgender person's dead name at any point is an act of violence. In fact, "hearing or seeing one's old name can induce a visceral sense of terror" and, to echo Camacho's sentiment, "can be a source of profound, dysphoria-inducing anxiety."
Refusing to call someone by their new name is just the same as refusing to acknowledge their new gender identity, and it's often employed as a transphobic way to demean and deny a transgender person's true expression of self. In 2015, radio host Glenn Beck said in a rant that he would not call Caitlyn Jenner by her new name and would not call her a woman. Instead, he repeatedly used her dead name and only referred to her with masculine pronouns. It's easy to see how the two go hand in hand. The embrace of one facet of a person's identity would, logically, beget the embrace of another.
Camacho revealed that dead-naming is not so cut and dried. Oftentimes, especially at the beginning of a person's transition, it can be accidental.
"During the first couple of years of my transition, it didn't really bother me too much, especially with my family. It took a while for my family to fully accept my transition, so I was understanding of the fact that it would take time for them to get used to referring to me by my preferred name. After all, they'd spent 20-something years calling me by my dead name. Now, since I've been transitioning for [more than four] years, I get a bit annoyed if they slip up, and then I remind them that my name is Caleb. It doesn't happen too often anymore, though."
But even when dead-naming isn't intended to be malicious, it is not harmless. As Camacho notes, you can only give those around you the benefit of the doubt for so long. Furthermore, it's important to acknowledge the effect it might have in more grave situations. For instance, consider how the police often fail to use correct names and pronouns when referring to transgender murder victims, impacting the data and understanding of the violence that community faces. And in smaller moments, consider how it might deny a person the simple right and respect to live as the person they truly are. In moments like this, using a proper name and gender identity means everything.
Take 1 Look at This INSANE Photo of the Moon, and You'll See Why It's Going Viral
Every time we get a different view of space, we're simply left in awe of its mesmerizing natural beauty. One photo of the moon in particular is no exception to that, as it has just started sweeping the internet and taking our breath away in the process.
The image features a view of an almost translucent crescent moon through the top of the Earth's atmosphere, and it's absolutely stunning. We've never seen the moon look like this before! This snapshot was captured by an astronaut in the Johnson Space Center's Image & Analysis Laboratory back in 2006, and it recently found its way to Reddit, where space-lovers noted its beauty and quickly made it go viral.
Some users even observed how the photo looks noticeably similar to a specific shot of the Death Star in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Seriously, the resemblance is uncanny . . . was this the movie director's sly way of giving NASA a hat tip? The internet seems to think so!
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