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 1 juillet 2018
Grill Like a Pro! 25 Foolproof Grilling Recipes For Complete Beginners
"Grilling" and "intimidating" don't have to be part of the same sentence. If you're a complete beginner, look no further than these easy grilling recipes anyone can master, from basic grilled shrimp to juicy grilled chicken and grilled vegetables kabobs perfect for an outdoor party. Throwing vegetables and meat on the grill gives your food that irreplaceable flavor that won't be achieved from roasting, and you'll convince yourself you're an actual pro after trying out these 25 foolproof ideas. This Summer, crank up the grill and discover a whole list of new recipes you'll want to make every season from here on out.
35 Things You'll Regret Doing in Life
"Life is too short" is so cliché, but also so true. Not to sound morbid, but our days are limited and we never know when our time will be up. We tend to think we're invincible, especially when we're young, and don't often live to the fullest because we don't think of the bigger picture. We let ourselves get caught up in such trivial things that seem silly when we look back, or we don't take care of ourselves until our bodies give us a clear and scary sign to. Mindfulness is one way to practice living in the present, and all it really takes is to step back every once in a while to reflect on your choices. You only live once, after all, so why not make this a life without any regrets? See 35 things you'll regret doing down the line and consider changing a few things for yourself.
Disneyland Visitors Are Waiting in Really Long Lines For This Tiki Cup . . . Worth It
It's always a party at Disneyland. To celebrate the 55th anniversary of Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room on June 23, the park released a line of festive merchandise including a commemorative button, T-shirts, figurines, and a souvenir sipper. For a limited time only, guests can pick up the cute tiki cup - and, of course, a Dole Whip, while you're at it - for $13 at the Tiki Juice Bar right outside of the attraction. Plus, Disney will also throw in the button. Word of advice: guests are reporting really long lines, so you might want to set aside a good amount of time if you're set on taking this souvenir home with you.
Get a Gleaming Bathroom Fast With This 1 Nontoxic "Magic" Soap
Let's face it - bathrooms are gross. Even the tidiest among us still have to deal with hair-clogged drains, grimy sinks, and shower tiles coated in thick layers of shampoo, conditioner, and who knows what. But when cleaning day comes around, forget toiling away with rolls of paper towels, scrub brushes, and several different harsh chemical cleansers. All you need is this one bottle of magic soap, and you're just minutes away from a sparkling-clean bathroom. Pull your hair back, pump the jams, and let's get to work! You'll be good to go after just one song.
After discovering Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Liquid Soap while on my quest for nontoxic beauty products, I was hooked. These 18-in-1 soaps are really just that with near limitless cleaning possibilities around the house. I wash my feet with peppermint soap for a cool tingle, hose the dog off postbeach with lavender soap, and tuck a small bottle of sweet almond for shampoo and body wash in my gym bag. But on one particularly rushed morning, I accidentally spilled more than my intended amount of soap into my bathtub. While mopping it up I made another brilliant discovery: I have seen no other product, chemical or nontoxic, clean up the slimy shower grime the way Dr. Bronner's did.
Getting down with the dirty is easier than A-B-C, baby. Here's how it's done!
Gather Your Arsenal
All you need is a bottle of Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Liquid Soap ($16), a sponge, and an empty spray bottle. Any scent of soap will do. Most are blended with essential oils for an aromatherapy-like cleaning experience, so pick your favorite. I love using lavender for calmer vibes or citrus for a pop of energy. Gentle unscented is also available (and even gentle enough for babies' delicate skin).
Dilute Your Soap
To power-clean your bathroom, Dr. Bronner's blog recommends diluting your soap with water at a 1:4 ratio in a squirt bottle. Shake it all up and stash it under the sink, making future cleanups a breeze.
Spray, Wipe, Shine!
Spritz a few bursts of your soapy-water mix onto all of your bathroom services. Then grab your sponge (or Magic Eraser) and wipe up the grime. Rinse and dampen your sponge in between surfaces to make sure all of the product and scum is gone. You can use this same spray on your countertops, in the bathtub and shower, and on and around the toilet. You can even mop with it - simply dilute one-half cup of soap into three gallons of hot water and swirl the mess away.
Time-saving hack: I love cleaning my shower while I'm actually in it. That way, I don't mind getting wet, and the shower spray rinses all of the residue away without wasting more water with a separate wash! Plus, I can use the Dr. Bronner's soap safely on the shower surfaces and my body alike.
You'll Wish They Made These 9 Dog Beds in Human Size - They're That Cute!
Dogs make everything better. It's that simple. We love pampering our pooches, but it can be difficult to integrate a dog bed into your artfully decorated home. But fear not! We found nine dog beds that will fit right in with your decor. They're so good-looking, your friends won't even notice them. Just keep reading to shop our picks!
Related: We Just Discovered These Doggy Pool Floats, and Now Summer Can't Come Soon Enough
This Beach in South Africa Is COVERED With Penguins, and You Can Take Photos With Them!
Newsflash: you don't have to freeze your face off in Antarctica to hang out with penguins. You can get up close and personal with the aquatic birds in a much warmer, Summer-approved locale: South Africa. About 30 miles south of Cape Town is Boulders Beach, a rocky cove that's home to thousands of adorable African penguins. Also known as "jackass penguins" for their donkey-like whinnying, this particular species is endangered, but that doesn't stop them from living their best lives in the sunny South African climate. The black-and-white cuties spend their days waddling around, swimming in the ocean, and posing for photos with tourists (sounds pretty relaxing to us!).
If you're interested in visiting Boulders Beach soon, we've got a few facts and pointers to pass along first:
- Boulders is located in Simon's Town, South Africa, and is part of Table Mountain National Park.
- The beach is public, but there's a small entrance fee that helps maintain the grounds.
- If you prefer to view the penguins from afar, there's an elevated boardwalk to admire them from.
- You can swim in the water, but it'll likely be pretty frigid.
- Visitors are advised to avoid touching or feeding the penguins. They have razor-sharp beaks, and they're not afraid to use 'em if they feel threatened.
- During popular Summer months, parking can be scarce, so it's suggested to arrive as early as possible on the day of your visit.
- The adjacent beach, Foxy Beach, is also inhabited by penguins and is typically less crowded than Boulders.
Ready to book your tickets to South Africa so you can visit this heavenly spot? Browse through the photos below as a virtual tour of sorts, and you'll certainly feel inclined to start planning your trip to hang out with the African penguins ASAP.
Fun Things to Do Alone, According to Your Zodiac Sign
Though we're not all naturally inclined to spend time alone, everyone could benefit from doing it. Being alone allows you space to reflect and imagine, and small doses can do wonders for your mental health.
If you're a social butterfly who rarely goes solo or if you're an introvert who's simply looking for new ways to spend your alone time, read on to see what solo activities you're best suited for, depending on your astrological sign. Who knows - maybe your alone time will become your favorite time!
Headed Off to College? Here Are the 12 Dorm Essentials You Need From Amazon
When it comes to starting your first year of college, there are plenty of things you need to be prepared for. Thinking about purchasing a water filter or an air purifier can often fall to the bottom of that long list. To make your life easier, we rounded up an array of must-have products every college student should own if they're moving into a dorm. The best part: everything is from Amazon and will be delivered right to your door step. Whether you're in need a bed frame or shoe rack, you won't want to skip this list of essentials. Keep scrolling to shop.
Stop Sleep Sweat - These 7 Cooling Sheet Sets Are Perfect For Summer
There's nothing worse than missing out on a good night's snooze due to the heat. This season, instead of tossing and turning trying to get comfortable, simply replace your sheets with a cooling set. Ditch those high thread counts that are super thick for something more lightweight. Natural materials like linens, cotton, and threads made of bamboo offer a thinner and more breathable touch that can help keep your body temperature down. Using a lower thread count between 200 and 400 can also help create a more cool environment. If you're already sold, you don't have to waste your time stressful store shopping, because we rounded up seven choices that will be delivered right to your doorstep. Keep scrolling to shop these top choices.
Related: 7 Cooling Pillows That Will Make You Never Want to Get Out of Bed
Queer Eye's Antoni Doesn't Need to Impress You With His Culinary Skills, He's Just Here to Help
There's a reason the food Antoni Porowski makes on Queer Eye isn't especially intricate. Through the beloved Netflix original series, now in its second season, the 34-year-old, Montreal-born chef simply wants to make viewers less afraid of cooking. So, he'll teach people how to make guacamole or an omelet because he isn't trying to dazzle viewers with his advanced culinary techniques. He's just here to help.
In a phone interview with POPSUGAR to promote his mixology partnership with Vita Coco Sparkling, Antoni shared his thoughts on delivery culture and broccoli lattes, and he dished out some details about his fairly under-wraps restaurant . . . without getting himself in trouble.
Antoni likes to keep things simple. As a self-described "purist" with "more traditional sensibilities," he's not here for the most recent viral what's it called. The latest food trend that elicited an "eye-roll" from him? The broccoli latte. "I can't imagine it to be pretty delicious. I feel like hot broccoli should be roasted, charred, or it should be like a cheddary broccoli soup," Antoni said. "Anything too gimmicky tends to throw me off."
While that's clearly a hard pass on the broccoli latte, Antoni has quite the affinity for popcorn, his favorite snack for a Netflix binge-watching session. "Whenever I eat, I like to eat a lot of it. Moderation is not really in my vocabulary as hard as I try," he said. To satiate his cravings, Antoni will jazz up up some popcorn by adding peanut oil and a lot of black pepper, then microplaning some Parmigiano-Reggiano that "clings" to the popcorn due to the oil. "It's healthier than chips," he said. "It's not deep-fried, and it still kind of feels very junk food-y, which I really like."
To wash it down, Antoni recommends making simple-ingredient cocktails with Vita Coco's new fizzy range, like a take on the classic Moscow Mule made with the lemon ginger can or a refreshing Paloma made with the grapefruit can. "It's really good as long as you drink it really cold. Coconut water has to be very cold in my opinion," Antoni said. Otherwise, "I won't tell you what it tastes like, but it does have a weird taste when it's warm."
Though he technically wasn't supposed to talk about it yet - "I got a little gentle slap on the hand," he said - Antoni recently revealed that he is planning to open his own fast-casual restaurant in New York City. What he could say is that the food will be healthy. "It's food that you can have before or after the gym and still feel good about your life and feel like you're making good decisions - at least on the food front."
He also wants some of the dishes to simply add to what customers are already cooking up. "There's going to be a delivery option for certain protein-based things that are a little more time-consuming to make in terms of stews and roasts and things like that," he said. "So, you can always order something like that but then make your own salad, and at least it shows your guests that you actually made the effort to do something. The term has already been coined, but semi-homemade is the idea."
"I feel like people are intimidated by cooking because they see food as this elitist thing - which it can be, but it doesn't have to be."
So, yes, while his restaurant will have delivery, Antoni doesn't want customers to give up on cooking. "Everything is done for us," he said of this generation's growing dependence on food delivery. The chef shared his interesting theory about why young people, especially those living in urban areas, might feel intimidated by cooking. With the recent influx of elevated food shows and documentaries, Antoni said, "Everyone kind of thinks that they know everything, which has helped us be more knowledgeable but also more opinionated. I feel like people are intimidated by cooking because they see food as this elitist thing - which it can be, but it doesn't have to be." He added, "Get to know your produce or fruits or vegetables and learn how to work with it from there."
Here's How I Wore Colorful Highlighter Every Day For a Week
With the popularity of highlighters soaring, many brands are starting to come out with unique hues that differ from the more common champagne shades that dominate the shelves of beauty stores.
After seeing a few orange, hot pink, and purple highlighters, I wanted to give the shades a try but wasn't sure where to start. I headed to the Sephora Beauty Insider Community for some product recommendations and picked out a few of my own to wear for a week.
What I learned was pretty encouraging. Most of the hues are more wearable than I expected, but there are tricks to wearing each hue. Shop the products ahead and find out how to pull off orange, pink, and even rainbow hues.
If People Knew How Separation From Parents Affected Children's Brains, "They Would Never Do This"
The amount of worry moms like me have had about sleep-training and the effects such "cry-it-out" methods could have on our children is immense. We've consulted pediatricians, read 200-page books, preemptively defended our plans on Facebook, and pored over conflicting studies to determine if the momentary trauma endured by our babies when we don't comfort them as they drift to sleep will do any long-term harm.
Meanwhile, children have been forcibly separated from their parents at our nation's southern borders, an ordeal that has truly catastrophic effects with so much scientific evidence against it that how anyone could allow it to happen to a single child is mystifying.
Although an executive order announced on June 20 put a stop to the inhumane act, it's already happened to approximately 2,342 immigrant children under President Donald Trump's zero-tolerance policy for illegal border crossings. For those kids, there's no plans yet to return them to their parents – the damage is still being done.
According to Charles Nelson, a pediatrics professor at Harvard Medical School who was interviewed recently by the Washington Post, "If people paid attention at all to the science, they would never do this."
"Forcibly separating children from their parents at the border strips children of their strongest buffer against stress when they need it most."
To better understand just what the science says, it's worth looking at perhaps the most famous study of early childhood neglect, in which researchers, including Nelson, tracked children in massive Romanian orphanages. The longitudinal study, which began in 2000, determined that these kids actually had less white matter in their brains than comparable children in nearby families. This depleted white matter was evident in brain regions that targeted attention, general cognition, and emotional processing. Other discoveries? These children's brain activity was also much lower, they scored lower on IQ tests later in life, and over time their "fight-or-flight" response system, in which a stressful situation might result in increased heart rate, seemed to be broken – dangerous scenarios didn't seem to affect these kids at all or safe scenarios would elicit uncharacteristic levels of fear and anxiety.
Similarly, in Australia, a study showed that Aboriginal children who were removed from their families were nearly twice as likely to be arrested or charged with a crime as an adult. They were also more likely to have alcohol addiction or gambling problems.
Another study – on how childhood adversity can affect those individuals later in life – showed that a trauma like forced separation could permanently hinder an individual's mental well-being. Such children are at an elevated risk for as many as 30 different mental health disorders, including post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Countless studies over the past several decades – even aside from those focusing on neglect – have proven that babies emotionally attach to their parents starting at birth, and that this bond produces mood-boosting hormones like oxytocin, reduces stress hormones like cortisol, and greatly affects the child's brain itself.
Children who experienced parental deprivation, however, showed hyperactivity in the amygdala – the part of the brain associated with attachment and fear. One study shows that parents, specifically, help children's amygdalas stabilize. Even at the neurobiological level, children rely deeply on their parents to regulate their brain.
Without that regulation, Dylan Gee, a Yale psychology professor who researches the impact of early-life trauma on the developing brain, noted that the neural circuits in children's brains are disrupted, often irreparably.
"Forcibly separating children from their parents at the border strips children of their strongest buffer against stress when they need it most," Gee said.
This swiftly damages their ability to manage emotions, trust people, focus on age-appropriate activities, and long-term? It puts them at risk for academic and occupational failure, makes them more susceptible to physical health problems such as heart disease or diabetes.
As Alicia Lieberman, who runs the Early Trauma Treatment Network at San Francisco's University of California, recently said: "Children are biologically programmed to grow best in the care of a parent figure. When that bond is broken through long and unexpected separations with no set timeline for reunion, children respond at the deepest physiological and emotional levels."
Although these studies are certainly generalized and don't directly relate to this precise population of children, the medical community – from the American Academy of Pediatrics to the American College of Physicians – is in full agreement that the results apply. The scientific conclusion is crystal clear. And if all the political discourse was taken off the table, there'd be zero room for debate: no person should ever condone any treatment that categorically leads to such horrific, irreversible results in a defenseless child. Yet it still happened. And we'll be paying the price of it over 2,342 lifetimes.
10 Ways We Communicated as Kids Before We Had Cell Phones
When my daughter wants to know what her friends are wearing to a party, she can find out within mere seconds. All she has to do is send out a group text on her cell phone, and she's almost immediately reading her friends' responses. It's a fast-paced, technology-driven world our children's generation is living in.
I'm in my mid-30s, and back in my day, we didn't have cell phones. If I wanted to know what my friends were going to wear to a school dance, for example, I had to call each of them on their family's landlines. It was very time consuming, especially because I didn't have all of their phone numbers memorized, so I had to look up each one in my address book. While it's amazing to see how far we've come with communication and technology, there was such awesome simplicity in the precell phone time. Keep reading to take a trip down memory lane with some of the fun, weird, and pretty cool ways we communicated with our friends before cell phones.
I Had No Idea This Light Therapy Lamp Would Help My Postpartum Anxiety
When my therapist suggested I try a light lamp to handle my raging postpartum anxiety, I paused. It sounded a little bogus. A lamp? I'm around lamps all day long, from standing to overhead and everything in between. How was that going to calm my mind so that I could breathe?
It was eight days after I'd delivered my first baby. Exactly five days since we'd come home from the hospital. My daughter was healthy and hungry, and I was an absolute mess. My anxiety had soared to new, unfamiliar levels. Prior to delivering, I'd been working closely with my therapist on maintaining a good headspace, and to my surprise, I got through my entire pregnancy with manageable levels of anxiety and panic. It was there, ebbing and flowing right along aside me, but it was reasonable.
Nothing could have prepared me for the round-the-clock fear that I experienced once entering my home following delivery, though. There was a mixed bag of things at play. A series of new and very serious responsibilities, from trying - and failing - to breastfeed, to having to make constant decisions about the health and wellness of my baby, all cascading into one another.
It was the middle of Winter, and these paralyzing sensations, for whatever reason, were peaking around 4:30 p.m. every day just when the sun was setting-when the house was quiet, and I felt most trapped inside of it.
My therapist noticed the way light exposure was impacting my mood - I was having trouble eating anything at night because the anxiety was so debilitating it was giving me intense gastrointestinal issues - and among the many things we worked on together, she suggested I try a Verilux HappyLight ($99). She explained that light therapy at the right time of day could possibly improve my mood and energy, and reset my circadian rhythm to improve sleep. It could, at the very least, help.
Desperate, I ordered it immediately. Every day at 3:30 p.m. - about an hour before I'd typically trigger - I sat in front of the lamp. We started off slowly with just 20-minute sessions. I placed it on my bedside table (though you can put it anywhere) and sat next to it so that the light hit my eyes from the side. As much as I wanted to do other things while using it, it works best when you look forward. It wasn't exactly relaxing, but it was therapeutic. Like an extension of my healing.
The first day I completed a session I was noticeably energized immediately. More awake. I turned off the lamp and went on a walk, which was great to get outside and get some fresh air. I even walked to the market and ate dinner. Something about eating outside helped. And when I returned home from the walk I felt a little different, too. Rather than the suffocating feeling I was experiencing at home, I was a little less anxious. I looked forward to the next day, when I could use the light again. Whether it was the lamp or my belief in the lamp, I didn't care. That's the way anxiety works sometimes.
While the HappyLight doesn't make any medical claims, and I wouldn't have tried it without the guidance from my therapist, it was a useful tool in addressing and treating my postpartum anxiety. It gave me a regular thing to look forward to every day, and it reset how I felt about the evening. It didn't completely cure my postpartum anxiety, but it was a critical piece. It calmed me just enough, and I believed in it.
Yes, sometimes a lamp is just a lamp. But other times, though, it's kind of like Xanax.
It's Time We All Stop Giving PTA Moms a Bad Rap
Dear PTA Moms,
First, I want to tell you I'm sorry. After just one PTA meeting, I became a dropout. As I sat in a room full of you well-polished women, I thought, "This scene just isn't for me." There was just too. much. smiling. As I sat there listening to your endless energy and ideas, I envisioned you all going home after the meeting to prep organic meals for your families that your children actually ate. I pictured you calm and pleasant - never yelling, or God forbid, swearing - happy, and totally in control. All of these visions are the opposite of me and my life, so about 10 minutes into that first meeting, I knew I was out.
You are so much more than those age-old stereotypes. You are mothers who go out of their way to make our kids' school memories more enjoyable.
But I also got something very wrong. Before I even set foot in that meeting, I let the PTA mom stereotypes get to me. You know those memes floating around the internet about crazy PTA moms that are bitchy and horrible? No? Good, don't look at them. But they snuck into my brain and stayed there. I talked myself into believing that I'd never fit in with this A-type crowd. I swear too much, look disheveled half the time, and forget to make sure my kids brush their teeth most days. What could I have in common with you?
As the year progressed, I sent my kindergarten-age son to some of the PTA events: after-school lock-ins, book club, and even a mother-son picnic. I volunteered from time to time, but I never actually appreciated the work that the PTA did. I overlooked all of the meticulous details you planned so carefully for our children - for my child. But finally, on one of the last days of school, my son had his field day. I drove up to volunteer, and upon getting out of my car, I stood shocked. The elementary school lawn looked like a carnival. There were bounce houses and about 20 games set up for the young children. The kids' squeals and giggles floated through the air. And the best part of the field day? It just so happened to also be my son's sixth birthday.
Yes, PTA moms, the ones I judged far too quickly, you made my son's birthday one that he'll remember for the rest of his life. He bounced between games, inhaled a couple of popsicles, and laughed the entire morning. During the field day, I chatted with many of you and realized that you're all more like me than I thought (and you didn't even outwardly judge me when I swore). I could be myself around you hard-working mothers, and we even talked about things other than our children and the PTA. I threw my gratitude toward you and told you how special you made my son's day, but giving thanks to you is something I should have done months ago.
PTA moms, you are so much more than those age-old stereotypes. You are mothers who go out of their way to make our kids' school memories more enjoyable. You put in extra hours for our kids' happiness. You work tirelessly to make ideas and visions come to life. And no, you don't have it all together all the time, which is something I deeply appreciate. Thank you for being you, and most importantly, for all of the hard work you put into making our children's school year fun.
From,
A PTA Dropout
9 of the Best Sunscreens For Kids With Sensitive Skin
By now we all know the impact that applying sunscreen on our children can have on protecting them from sunburns and skin cancer, but they can't all use the same products. Kids can have all sorts of skin sensitivities, from Summer rashes to eczema and allergies, and you need to shop accordingly.
To begin, you'll likely want to search for mineral-based sunscreens only (skip the chemical ones), and then pay close attention to the ingredient list. If you know what irritates them then you're ahead of the game. Otherwise, start by avoiding some of the big offenders. Tip: kids can have reactions to the ingredient octyl methoxycinnamate (OMC), which helps filter UVB rays from the sun, so try starting there.
Up ahead, nine sunscreens you should check out if your little one has sensitive skin.
Whoa! Selena Gomez's Stunning Ensemble Will Remind You of Some Fine China
Selena Gomez stepped out on the red carpet for the premiere of Hotel Transylvania 3. Instead of wearing a sexy dress for her moment in the spotlight, Selena opted for a more Summer-appropriate look. The actress wore a stunning blue-and-white crop top and matching midi skirt from Oscar de la Renta.
While the print on her ensemble reminded us of something we would find on fine china, the crop top made the print feel fresh and modern. The starlet finished her look off with embellished heels, a clutch, and a diamond cross necklace from Tiffany & Co. Keep reading to see all angles of her outfit ahead.
Kourtney Kardashian's Bikini Looks Like It Has Imaginary Straps, and We Call Sorcery
Kourtney Kardashian just wore one of the most mesmerizing bikinis we've seen in recent memory. The 39-year-old star recently shared another picture from her idyllic Italian getaway in which she's posing with her longtime friend Simon Huck while wearing a black bikini that's not not an optical illusion. Kourtney's bikini in question is held together by plastic straps in keeping with this year's sleek PVC trend.
Kourtney previously sported a retro orange bikini while sailing around Capri with her boyfriend, and then an unexpected newspaper-print bikini while taking a dip in the pool. Ahead, shop similar clear-strap and barely there bikinis to turn the heat up on your swimwear lineup.
Hot Dayum! Gigi Hadid's White Swimsuit Looks Normal Until She Turns to the Side
We all know that Gigi Hadid can rock a bikini like it's nobody's business, but she can also pull off a one-piece swimsuit. The supermodel touched down in Greece for a vacation with fellow model Emily Ratajkowski and best friend Leah McCarthy.
During their trip, Gigi posted an array of sexy pictures in a white one-piece and knitted dress that was worn as a cover-up. She finished her look off with a pair of white Reebok kicks that matched her swimsuit. It wasn't until Gigi posted a picture from the side that we realized her swimsuit actually featured daring cutouts. Read on to get a closer look at her sexy swimsuit and buy similar styles ahead.
20 Stylish Wallets Made For Fashion Girls
Buying a gift for a fashion-savvy individual can be a little daunting. Do you splurge and buy them a luxury item or do you opt for a more reasonable, yet equally stylish gift, like a pair of glitter socks? Well, you can get the best of both worlds by gifting someone a fashionable wallet. From a flower embellished Gucci style to a quirky Alice and Olivia wallet, we've got it all.
30 Sexy Summer Outfits That Are Hotter Than the Sun
Dressing up in the Summer means one thing: you can get away with showing off a little skin. If you're looking for a Summer outfit that's equal parts sexy and elevated, you've come to the right place. Rather than rummaging through your closet trying to figure out what to wear, turn your attention to our favorite street style darlings to see how it's done. Whether you choose a dress that shows off your toned shoulders or you opt for a classic crop top and jeans combo, there are plenty of outfit ideas to get your inspiration wheels turning. Keep reading to take a look at 30 Summer outfits that are sexy as hell.
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30 Affordable Gifts For Women in Their 30s
Your 20s are over . . . thank God. Now that you're living it up in your 30s - hopefully feeling more confident and comfortable in your skin - gift giving and receiving should be even easier. Thirty-somethings appreciate thoughtful gifts that are practical, pretty, and useful in some way. Whether they're kitchen mavens, badass working women, or just in need of a little appreciation, we rounded up the best gifts for your friends in their 30s. Bonus: they're all affordably priced. Just keep reading to shop our picks!
These Doctors Explain If the Keto Diet Can Help Lower High Blood Pressure
It's no surprise why the keto diet has grown in popularity over the last few years; it's helped people lose weight, can fight inflammation, and may even be good for those with diabetes. But with the diet's focus on eating high-fat, moderate-protein, and low-carb meals, some people are concerned with how it will affect their blood pressure. After all, foods such as bacon, pastrami, and other deli meats that are allowed on the diet aren't recommended for people with high blood pressure.
Turns out the keto diet can actually be beneficial for those with high blood pressure. However, it's not because of the diet itself; weight loss, which results from the keto diet, will improve blood pressure.
"Being overweight or obese is one of the major triggers for an increase in blood pressure," cardiologist and weight-management specialist Luiza Petre, MD, told POPSUGAR. One study from 2011 found that up to 80 percent of hypertension cases in Poland are related to being overweight or obese. Dr. Petre added that overweight and obese people who lose weight have a 50 percent chance of reversing their blood pressure without medication.
And a keto diet can be an effective way to lose weight; a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that people who followed a low-carb ketogenic diet lost more weight compared to those who followed a low-fat diet.
"The bottom line is the ketogenic diet will improve blood pressure, but not as a direct effect. It's through its indirect weight-loss benefits," she said. "If the keto diet is done without a weight-loss goal, it might not impact blood pressure at all. Losing weight remains the number one intervention, followed by lowering salt and exercising to improve blood pressure." Dr. Petre added that the keto diet will lower blood pressure thanks to the weight loss, not because of the ketones in the blood as a result of being in ketosis.
However, the keto diet may not be the best one for weight loss for those with high blood pressure. Nieca Goldberg, MD, medical director of the Joan H. Tisch Center For Women's Health at NYU Langone Medical Center, recommends the DASH diet instead. The DASH diet stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, which is a Mediterranean-style diet that's rich in vegetables, fruit, whole grains, and lean meat and low in salt. She also said to avoid processed foods for blood pressure, since they can be high in salt, and instead to eat antioxidant-rich produce.
If you are thinking about trying the keto diet, be sure to consult with a doctor or dietitian before making any drastic dietary changes.
Why You Should Never Ignore Painful Sex
If you ever find sex to be a painful experience, it could be a sign of an underlying health condition. Frustratingly, it's often dismissed as a mental health issue rather than an actual physical problem. Whatever your pain is stemming from, one thing is for sure - it's best not to ignore it. Donna Begg at YourTango helps explain why painful sex may occur and what steps to take if it does.
When sex hurts, it's tempting to just "grin and bear it" or have a drink to get through. Don't.
A great number of publications can be found on male sexual health, explaining commonly experienced sexual dysfunctions among men and how these can be treated with medication, therapy, and other techniques.
Unfortunately, for women, there is quite a lack of information related to female sexual dysfunction.
The majority of publications will describe female sexual dysfunctions as a symptom related to relationship issues, emotional distress, and mental health problems - declaring that female sexual dysfunction revolves around the women's psychological health and not with her physical well-being.
Even healthcare providers often advise a woman complaining about experiencing issues during sexual intercourse, like painful sex, to have a drink and try to relax.
While mental issues are a possible contributor to sexual dysfunctions among women, it should be noted that there are physiological factors that may also become an attribute in problems such as sexual pain disorder, a low sex drive, and poor self-lubrication.
Unfortunately, the majority of doctors will dismiss the possibility of a physical factor contributing to a woman's sex-related issues and rather refer her to a therapist or advise her to implement better stress management techniques to help her mind calm down.
In this article, we want to stress the importance of looking at pain during sex as a possible alarm for an underlying health issue in women, instead of immediately dismissing the complaint as a mental health problem.
Painful Sex: A Signal For Underlying Health Conditions in Women
A report published by Cosmopolitan explains that a recent survey found as much as 10 percent of women experience pain during sexual intercourse. The survey also found that women in the age group of 16 to 24 were more likely to experience pain while participating in sex than women who fall in other age groups.
Additionally, the survey also concluded that, among those women who do experience this problem during sex, there were some common conditions also present, including:
- Vaginal dryness
- Sexual anxiety
- A lack of sexual pleasure
This is just one of many studies and surveys that have been conducted on sexual dysfunction among women. The majority of these reports find that there is a strong connection between painful sex and mental health issues.
This provides an appropriate overview of why so many healthcare providers would immediately dismiss painful sex as a mental problem instead of viewing it as a possible sign caused by an underlying health condition.
This is where the problem comes in. Yes, there is a connection between painful sex and mental health, but the connection is very complicated.
The fact that a woman may experience sexual anxiety might be a contributing factor to her painful sensations during sex, but, at the same time, she may be experiencing anxiety because she fears the fact that sex could be painful.
Medical News Today explains that there are quite a large number of physical causes that need to be considered. To better determine the possible cause, it is first important to determine whether the woman is suffering from pain during entry or at a deeper level in her vagina.
When a woman experiences painful sensations during entry when participating in sex, then common physical causes may include vaginal dryness, as well as an injury to her genital region.
Infections, including those caused by sexually transmitted infections, can also cause entry pain. Additionally, it is also important to consider the fact that inflammation, skin irritation, skin disorders, and birth abnormalities can also contribute to pain during entry.
Vaginismus, a condition where the pelvic floor muscles are contracted involuntarily, also causes this type of sexual pain disorder.
If the pain is experienced deeper in the vagina or at a specific location, then it may be due to a medical condition that the woman is suffering from - often without even knowing it.
Common medical conditions that cause deeper pain include cystitis, endometriosis, fibroids, interstitial cystitis and ovarian cysts. It has also bee found that pelvic inflammatory disease and irritable bowel syndrome can cause these symptoms
Additionally, uterine prolapse is also found in some women who complain about pain during sexual intercourse.
Mental health is known to play a crucial role in the sexual well-being of women, with depression, relationship issues, anxiety, and high-stress levels greatly contributing to poor performance in the bedroom.
Physical health can, however, also be to blame in many cases, but is often overlooked by doctors as a possible factor in certain conditions women tend to complain about, including sexual pain disorder.
Looking at both the physiological and psychological well-being of women experiencing pain during sex is vital for uncovering the underlying factors that are causing these symptoms, instead of simply advising the women to "relax" and work on her relationship.
Donna Begg is an expert editor, a mentor, analyst, and a researcher.
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Halle Berry Wants to Challenge You With This Unique “Stillness” Workout
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"There is a lot of strength and power in stillness," Halle wrote in her Instagram caption. "I find that having the ability to be still and calm in the most stressful situations is extremely powerful and empowering . . . These exercises not only help you with your physical strength and stamina, but they also encourage your mental strength and help you access your personal power."
Halle and Peter showed how to do a set of four moves on Halle's Instagram Stories. All you need for these exercises is your bodyweight and a little patience. Here's how Halle and Peter moved through their workout.
15 Ways a Food Processor Can Help You Lose Weight
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This Is How Much Protein You Need Daily to Reach Ketosis, According to an Expert
If you're currently on the keto diet or getting ready to start, you'll want to make sure you're following it correctly. Making mistakes like eating the wrong fats and too much protein can jeopardize your results. According to Catherine Metzgar, PhD, RD, a nutrition scientist and clinician at Virta Health, the ideal macronutrient profile on the keto diet should be close to 70 to 80 percent fat, 15 to 20 percent protein, and five to 10 percent carbohydrates. Eating more macros than recommended can prevent you from reaching nutritional ketosis, the state when your metabolism begins to run on fat instead of carbohydrates.
Dr. Metzgar told POPSUGAR that in her experience, one of the reasons people fail to reach ketosis is because their protein intake is too high. This is because protein has a moderate insulin-stimulating effect that can interfere with ketone production when too much is consumed. According to doctors at Virta Health, studies have found that "most healthy humans maintain lean body mass and function during a ketogenic diet providing between 1.5 and 1.75 grams of protein per kilogram of 'reference body weight'." To find out how much protein you need to consume daily, utilize the following chart created by Virta Health. Note that 1.2 g/kg is the low end of recommended daily protein intake, 1.5 g/kg is midrange, and 2.0 g/kg is the upper end. The doctors at Virta Health advise never going below 1.2 g/kg of protein daily.
Habitually snacking on foods full of protein can cause you to go over your daily protein limit on the keto diet. To prevent this from happening, the Virta Health team recommends eating five servings of nonstarchy vegetables a day, like asparagus, broccoli, or peppers. Remember to consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet.
26 Drool-Worthy Recipes That Star Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi
Unless you've been living under a rock with Spongebob's pal Patrick Star for the past few months, you're likely aware that Trader Joe's now sells cauliflower gnocchi. As soon as the budget-friendly grocery store began offering the nuggets of gluten-free goodness, they've flown out of the freezer sections faster than you can say "wait, this bag only costs $3?!" The pillowy dumplings have been a hit among vegans and nonvegans alike, with dozens of Trader Joe's shoppers sharing their praise (and their tasty recipes) on social media.
Ahead, we gathered 26 of the most hunger-inducing recipe combinations from Instagram users who can't help but rave about the gluten-free gnocchi. To be clear, not all of these are vegan-approved, as some feature meat, but we can guarantee that every single one of them will make you want to hop on the cauliflower gnocchi bandwagon STAT. Fair warning: you may attempt to lick your screen while checking out these irresistible dishes.
5 Tips For Easily Debloating Overnight
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Shaun T Says These Are the Best Exercises to Build Muscle (Workout Included)
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Shaun T, creator of the popular Beachbody program Insanity, told POPSUGAR that his favorite bodyweight exercises are the plank and the push-up. "You work your shoulders, your core, you have to keep your butt tight, your legs work, and your back has to be involved," he said.
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If Wine Is Definitely Part of Your Healthy Diet, You'll Cheers to these Memes
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I'm a Fitness Editor, and This Is the One Thing I Travel With to Get in a Good Workout
When I'm on vacation, I look forward to sleeping in, catching up on my reading, and hitting up cocktail hour (usually by a beach or a pool). But I also like to keep up a workout schedule so I can feel healthy and energized during my trip. Plus, it helps keep some semblance of structure to my days so I'm not completely off my normal routine.
Usually, that means hitting up the hotel or resort gym or going for a run. But sometimes, there isn't a gym or a safe running path available. To make sure I get in a good strength training workout, I pack a couple of resistance bands. Unlike dumbbells, they don't weigh down my luggage, and they are super flexible and easy to pack. And you don't need much room to use them; if you can find a place to stand up and extend your arms out, you can use a resistance band.
I like to do bicep curls, overhead presses, triceps presses, and squats, but you can also work your abs, too. I prefer the thicker bands with the handles, but you can also get in a good workout with the flatter, thinner ones without handles and smaller booty bands. At around $20 for a set, you can't beat the price.
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Summer Slumber: 10 Tips to Help You Sleep When It's Hot Out
If there's one thing I've mastered after surviving 20 blistering Summers in Texas, it's how to stay cool while sleeping. We've all been there: you either toss and turn all night trying to find the cool, untouched spot on your sheets, or, if you do manage to fall asleep, wake up stuck to your sheets, drenched in sweat and feeling sluggish. It's no wonder, too, because research has shown that there's a palpable link between insomnia and body temperature. Luckily, there are some easy tips and tricks you can utilize to start staying cool and sleeping better. Try out the following suggestions to help make your sleeping environment optimal for a Summer siesta.
- Make sure you pick the right material for your bedsheets. Typically cotton, linen, and silk will help you stay the coolest.
- If you have air-conditioning, keep your bedroom door closed to keep the cool air insulated inside the room. If there is no air-conditioning, leave the door open for better ventilation.
- Keep a fan in the room. Fans are great for rotating air and giving you a light breeze.
- Just like with bedsheets, it's important to wear the right type of material for pajamas. Cotton or silk will work best, and make sure to keep whatever you wear loose.
- Take a cold shower before jumping into bed - nothing will cool you down faster!
- Keep the room dark. Turn the lights off and keep curtains or blinds closed.
- Switch out your comforter for a lightweight Summer blanket or use a flat bedsheet.
- Drink a glass of chilled water before going to sleep. This will naturally cool down your body temperature.
- Stay still! It can feel unbearably hot to lay down after running around, but if you wait for your body temperature to naturally cool down, the room will eventually start to feel cooler.
- Ice your neck and wrists for a few minutes to feel an immediate cool sensation.
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I Want to Pay For Half of My Engagement Ring - Why Is That a Big Deal?
A few months ago, after being in a relationship for years and talking about getting married, my boyfriend suggested we stop by my favorite jewelry store to take a look at engagement rings. It goes without saying that I was excited; not only was this was a big step in our relationship, I already knew what kind of ring I wanted (it's only natural when you work in fashion). But when I finally saw what that marquise-shaped diamond looked like on my finger, I realized it wasn't what I'd pictured at all. Instead, we ended up falling in love an emerald cut surrounded by smaller stones and set in classic gold. It was regal, different, and eye-catching - and it was also $17,000.
I always knew engagement rings weren't cheap, but that particular price seemed outrageous to me. Even if my boyfriend had that kind of money (and I'm pretty confident he does not), I wouldn't let him spend it on a tiny piece of jewelry - something that's so trivial in the grand scheme of things, aka spending our lives together. And that's when it hit me: why was he the only one spending money here? Wouldn't it be better if we just split the cost? Maybe then we could afford something really nice (although maybe not $17,000-nice).
In 2018 - a year where women continue to fight for equality - I'm not sure why buying an engagement ring should be any different.
For the entirely of our relationship, this is how it's always been. If he buys lunch, I'll pay for dinner. If he's spending $250 on me for Christmas, I'll spend $250 on him. If he's taking care of half of the rent, I've got the other half. Sure, sometimes it depends on pay schedules or unforeseen expenses, such as flat tires or bachelorette getaways, but for the most part, we aim to keep things even. And in 2018 - a year where women continue to fight for equality - I'm not sure why buying an engagement ring should be any different.
Unfortunately, my boyfriend isn't totally sold on this idea. He wants to buy the ring on his own, and right now, a good argument is that he's making more money than I am. But as we continue to talk about getting engaged, I'll continue to offer. Maybe it's not half - maybe, instead, I'll put a specific amount aside for him to use, this way he can still "surprise" me (yes, I've thought about this at length). I just feel like paying for a portion - even a small one - is the right and more practical thing to do. After all, we'll be beginning the rest of our lives together as equals, why not start here?
This Beach in South Africa Is COVERED With Penguins, and You Can Take Photos With Them!
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If you're interested in visiting Boulders Beach soon, we've got a few facts and pointers to pass along first:
- Boulders is located in Simon's Town, South Africa, and is part of Table Mountain National Park.
- The beach is public, but there's a small entrance fee that helps maintain the grounds.
- If you prefer to view the penguins from afar, there's an elevated boardwalk to admire them from.
- You can swim in the water, but it'll likely be pretty frigid.
- Visitors are advised to avoid touching or feeding the penguins. They have razor-sharp beaks, and they're not afraid to use 'em if they feel threatened.
- During popular Summer months, parking can be scarce, so it's suggested to arrive as early as possible on the day of your visit.
- The adjacent beach, Foxy Beach, is also inhabited by penguins and is typically less crowded than Boulders.
Ready to book your tickets to South Africa so you can visit this heavenly spot? Browse through the photos below as a virtual tour of sorts, and you'll certainly feel inclined to start planning your trip to hang out with the African penguins ASAP.
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