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.

mardi 31 juillet 2018

This Is How Losing Weight Affects Your Metabolism - Here's What to Do About It

There's no definitive program to follow when it comes to losing weight. Some start off by making dietary changes while others hire personal trainers and begin working out three times a week. Regardless of what method you choose to lose weight, there's one very important fact you need to know about how weight-loss impacts your body. Alex Caspero MA, RD, CLT, RYT, explained...

Jillian Michaels Shares the Crazy-Effective Workouts That Keep Her in Shape

Jillian Michaels made a name for herself with her tough-love attitude as a trainer on The Biggest Loser. Since then, Jillian has spun off her own exercise DVDs and bestselling books, has launched a podcast and workout app, and is a busy mom to two kids. But Jillian doesn't just look good while doing it all; she's in amazing shape, as evidenced by the workouts she shares on...

Having a Mid-Afternoon Slump? Reach For a Cup of Green Tea - Here's Why

From classic tea to matcha, green tea seems to be everywhere. Sipping on a cup or two a day can help you with weight loss and cutting back on highly caffeinated beverages, like coffee and soda, while boosting your energy levels. Green tea has caffeine in it, which is the active ingredient in your favorite energy drinks and coffee. In fact, all tea, unless explicitly labeled...

Is Coconut Sugar Healthier Than White Sugar? Your Sweet Tooth Needs to Know

More and more evidence is proving that your sugar habit is detrimental to your health. It can cause bloating, rot your teeth, may trigger acne, and is linked to weight gain and chronic disease. No wonder people are looking for healthier alternatives to refined white sugar. But is coconut sugar the answer? We asked both Dr. Robert Zembroski, a clinical nutritionist and functional...

This 20-Minute Tabata Workout Is All About Blasting That Booty!

You might be surprised to know that CrossFit isn't just about lifting heavy-ass weights and flipping tires! Sometimes it incorporates high-intensity Tabata-style workouts. Tabata involves structuring your workout into 20 seconds of pushing yourself hard, followed by 10 seconds of rest, and repeating that eight times for a total of four minutes. These workouts are so versatile...

This Is How Long It'll Take For Intermittent Fasting to Work

When it comes to getting healthier and toning up your body, one of the most popular of the countless options out there right now is intermittent fasting (or IF, for short). IF includes several different approaches to choose from, but most involve eating for only a short period of time during the day and/or limiting the amount of calories you consume. The results are apparent...

I Drank Coffee Before CrossFit For 1 Week, and This Is The Scary Thing That Happened

I recently got into drinking coffee about a year ago because black coffee is one of the drinks you can have while intermittent fasting. In addition to its curbing my appetite, I also love it for other health benefits. I usually drink it starting around 9 or 10 a.m. and sip my very weak 16-ounce cup for about two or three hours (it's 6 ounces of the strong-ass coffee my husband...

These Are the Worst Drinks For Weight Loss, According to Dietitians

When it comes to losing weight, diet plays a key role: you should load up on whole, nutrient-dense food such as leafy greens, non-starchy vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. You should also eat at a calorie deficit if you want the number on the scale to go down. Sure, you may have all your meals in order, but what about the calories you are drinking? Sipping on sugary...

A Trainer Says Doing This Style of Cardio Will Sculpt and Tone Your Booty

Did you know the gluteal muscles are among the most underused and undertrained muscles in the body? Crazy, right? One of the common causes of dormant butt syndrome, as some like to call it, is sitting. Yes, sitting. When you sit for extended periods of time (you may want to stand up now and continue reading this), your hip flexors tighten and your glute muscles turn off. The...

Jennifer Lopez's Workout Selfies Will Have You Signing Up For Another Gym Membership

It's hard to believe Jennifer Lopez just turned 49, especially when she doesn't look a day over 25. When the triple-threat isn't going on dates with Alex Rodriguez, recording new music, or shooting Shades of Blue, you can find her getting it in at the gym. Warning: ahead are J Lo's sexiest selfies. Related: According to Her Instagram, This Is How Jennifer Lopez Maintains...

10 Cannabis Products That Are Vital For Your Self-Care

No matter how busy your life gets with work, friends, family, and relationships, it's beyond important to remember to hit the pause button. "Me time" is vital for your mental health, and discovering ways to promote a healthy self-care routine that will improve your mind, body, and spirit, should be a priority. By using products that contain non-psychoactive cannabidiol (CBD),...

I Tested Protein-Packed Healthy Ice Creams - These 6 Are Quite the Treat

As you try to keep calories down to stay healthy, it's a miracle that more and more brands are releasing healthy versions of ice cream so you don't have to quit your Summer habit - let's be real, Summer wouldn't be Summer without some ice cream! You know that these healthy ice creams are lower in sugar than the regular thing and that most of them even contain some protein...

Not Sure What to Have For Breakfast on the Keto Diet? Halle Berry Has an Idea

Image Source: Getty / Sonia Recchia In an interview on Live With Kelly and Ryan, Halle Berry shared that she follows the low-carb, high-fat ketogenic diet in order to manage her type 2 diabetes. Thanks to her "Fitness Friday" Instagram series, we often get a peek into her ketogenic lifestyle, like her favorite keto-approved snacks and what she eats in a given day. Recently,...

This Equinox Trainer's Fat-Burning, Bodyweight HIIT Workout Only Takes 10 Minutes

Despite what you may have heard, you don't need to spend hours and hours at the gym to tone up, shed fat, and feel amazing. Martel Martellus, NASM-certified trainer at Equinox, recommends doing HIIT (high-intensity interval training) sessions when you're short on time and want to get in a good workout. "HIIT workouts can help you burn a lot of calories in a short amount of...

Strengthen Your Back and Abs With This 7-Move Posture-Enhancing Workout

Having a strong core and back is deeper than just looking good in your favorite clothing. Our back and abdominal muscles work together, allowing us to perform simple activities like pushing doors open, picking up dumbbells at the gym, and reaching for everyday items like a cup on a high shelf in your kitchen. By strengthening your back and abdominal muscles, you'll also improve...

What Is a Keto Fat Bomb? This Keto Diet Secret Weapon Will Keep You on Track

There's no denying that the keto diet is effective; it's helped countless people lose tons of weight, fight inflammation, and even regulate their blood sugar. But being successful on the diet requires some careful planning and meal prep. After all, the high-fat, moderate-protein, and super-low-carb diet isn't conducive to the standard American diet, which is typically high...

If Lower-Belly Fat Is Your Trouble Spot, Then Try This Ab-Focused Workout

Lower-belly fat is a common problem area for people looking to flatten their bellies and tighten their core. Although you can't specifically spot target fat loss - as you lose weight, you can't control which fat cells shrink from which body parts - you can target specific muscles with certain exercises. To lose weight overall, it's important to eat a healthy diet in a calorie...

4 Ways Intermittent Fasting Helped Me Lose Body Fat Everywhere, Especially My Belly

I used to think that skipping meals was a recipe for disaster, but I quickly learned that intermittent fasting (IF) has a lot of benefits that can help you lose weight and shed body fat. IF isn't a diet, but rather it's a lifestyle where you eat all your meals within an eight-hour window and fast for the remaining 16 hours of the day. I started doing IF a year ago, and that...

The Ab and Butt Moves Tracy Anderson Does When She Only Has a Few Minutes to Spare

Many of us know how difficult it can be to maintain our fitness routine when we're on the go. You may not have access to a gym or your schedule might only permit a few minutes at most to get your sweat on. As someone who's traveling constantly, celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson - who's behind the ever-popular self-titled method - knows this struggle all too well. So, before...

How Much Cardio Do You Need to Do to Lose Stubborn Fat? Here's Your Answer

If you hit up the cardio machines at the gym hoping to shed fat, you might be wasting your time. Fitness trainer and fat-loss coach Ivica Fridrih addressed the question, "Is cardio necessary for fat loss?" in a recent Instagram post. He said that many people still believe that "doing excessive amounts of cardio is the way to lose stubborn fat." Related: If Your Goal Is...

This Is the Only Group Fitness Class That Actually Kept Its Promise and Changed My Body

I've been in the fitness world for a long, long time. I started doing yoga regularly when I was 18 years old and have been teaching for almost six years. On top of that, I've been a trainer in various settings and have taught movement and wellness at retreats around the world. My back looked leaner, my arms were more cut, and I could see a little more definition in my abs. Over...

This Disney Dessert Combines Our Favorite Things: Waffles, Pretzels, and Ice Cream!

Are you ready to take your taste buds on a delicious ride? If you're a fan of waffles, chocolate, caramel, pretzels, and ice cream (and who isn't, really?), then you're going to love this Disney dessert. Walt Disney World visitors can find this Salted Caramel Bubble Waffle at AristoCrepes in the Disney Springs Marketplace for $9. It looks almost too good to be true. The tasty...

Yes, Amazon Has Spooktacular Halloween Decorations! Here Are 15 Affordable Items

For true Halloween-lovers, preparation for the holiday pretty much begins Nov. 1, and things really kick into gear once the rest of the world catches up. Besides killing the DIY costume game, you must have the most epically decorated house on the block, of course, and Rome wasn't built in a day. This year, we're looking straight to Amazon for all the goods. The site has festive...

Um, Panera Is Making DOUBLE Bread Bowls a Thing, So Bring on All the Carbs

When you imagined innovations of the future, you may have dreamed of flying cars or self-lacing sneakers, but did you ever dare to consider shareable bread bowls? Well, this carb-lover's fantasy is becoming a reality on August 5, thanks to Panera's new double bread bowls. The bakery's genius creation features a whole loaf (yep, you read that right) with two cutouts ready...

22 Farm-tastic Decorating Ideas Inspired by HGTV Host Joanna Gaines

Even if country chic isn't the first phrase you'd use to describe your decor taste, we're guessing you've sat spellbound through at least one episode of HGTV's Fixer Upper. And while the on-air chemistry between hosts Chip and Joanna Gaines may be what initially draws you in, it's the breathtaking reveal at the end of the show that convinces you to set a DVR recording or...

Put Down the Single-Use Plastics and Try These Reusable Products - All From Amazon

Recently, there's been greater public awareness of the dangers of single-use plastics. These are things that you use once and throw away, like straws, plastic cups, and plastic bags. As more and more cities are banning the use of plastic straws altogether, we thought we'd show you some of the other easy kitchen items you can buy and reuse. From grocery bags to reusable mugs...

20 Weird but Cute Gifts That Will Make Your Friends LOL

We all know and love Urban Outfitters for its trendy clothes, stylish home decor, and ever-evolving beauty selection, but it has so much more to offer. We recently discovered the retailer's gift, games, and lifestyle sections and can't get enough. From cheese puff pillows, to sushi cats, and Golden Girls board games, you'll want to check out its latest additions. You don't...

You'll Never, Ever Guess Where These 10 Cool Bar Carts Are From - Starting at Just $55

If you're looking to step up the look of your space, a bar car is a fun and useful piece to invest in. Believe it or not, Home Depot offers tons of stylish options that are well-made and easy to assemble. We rounded up our favorite options for you to shop through - see them all for yourself. Related: You're Not Dreaming - This Chic New Couch Really Is Only $263 at Wal...

How to Clean Your Front-Loading Washing Machine

Front-loading washing machines are energy efficient and use less detergent than top-loaders, but they sometimes have a tendency to harbor mold and unpleasant smells. By giving your washing machine a quick clean once a month, you'll keep your front-loader fresh, which means cleaner clothes, too. This eco-friendly method doesn't use bleach, costs only pennies to make, and comes...

8 Weird but Cool Tech Gadgets You Have to See From Urban Outfitters

This year, we're seeing a big tech trend in quirky products that are intended to make your life easier. From phone-charging watermelons to bow-tie dog trackers, there's something that will improve all aspects of your life. Instead of trying to keep up with the constant stream of new stuff coming to market, let us do the hard work for you. We rounded up the coolest options...

You're Not Dreaming - This Chic New Couch Really Is Only $263 at Walmart

I am a huge fan of Walmart furniture. The retailer has never disappointed me; my purchases are always well made and crazy affordable. That's why I was excited to discover this Novogratz Brittany Linen Futon Couch ($263). With a price like that, I wouldn't blame you if you had to look twice. The sofa comes in six colors including gray, green, navy blue, black, light pink,...

Truly Is Releasing a Rosé Spiked & Sparkling Water - and Yup, We'll Take a Million

I'm going to shoot straight with you: Rosé has never been my first choice off the drink menu at a restaurant. And yes, I know that's borderline sacrilegious during the sweltering Summer months on the East Coast. While my friends' gazes immediately land on the Rosé section of the wine list, I usually go all or nothing with a dry white or a full-bodied red because Rosé registers...

20 Things You've Been Doing Wrong in the Kitchen Your Entire Life

Are you scrambling eggs, making chocolate chip cookies, and measuring pasta the right way? It might not seem obvious, but there are plenty of basic things you could be doing the "wrong" way in the kitchen. There's somewhat of an art to cutting a lime, cooking chicken, mincing garlic, and roasting crispy potatoes. These 20 helpful hacks will make you a serious cooking pro...

Target's Halloween Products Are So Cheap, It's Batty! These Are All $10 and Under

When we heard that Target released its Halloween collection, we immediately starting thinking about all the ways we can dress up our space with festive and fun flair. The store is always our go-to when it comes to unique, affordable seasonal decor. This year, they did not disappoint us. The collection includes spiders, bats, cheeky signs, snazzy pumpkins, and more. Most of...

Trick or Treat! Target Released Its Halloween Collection - Here Are 30 Items We Love

We aren't joking when we say that our Halloween planning has already began. True devotees of the holiday know it's never too early to get ready. Target just released its Halloween decor collection, and we are freaking out over the spooky stuff. Whether you want something orange and cheerful or dark and brooding, the store has you covered. Most of these goodies are on preorder,...

How I Finally Learned to Accept My Depression

I have chronic major depressive and anxiety disorder. I was 15 when I started noticing signs of depression and anxiety. It started out small - I lacked motivation to fulfill daily tasks, or I suddenly dreaded any interaction with others. People told me it was a "phase" and I would eventually learn to outgrow it, but I didn't believe them. Oct. 17, 2014 Yesterday I was unexpectedly...

Chicken With Wine-Braised Asparagus - Say No More, We're In

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Lay's Released a "Taste of America" Collection, and WHOA, Some of the Flavors Are Crazy!

Lay's outdoes itself every time it releases new chip flavors, and this batch is proof. Lay's has a new "Taste of America" collection that includes eight regionally-inspired flavors that represent distinctive tastes from around the country. We're talking specific flavors and dishes - Pimento Cheese, Deep Dish Pizza, and even Lobster Roll! All eight flavors will roll out to...

Thrill-Seekers, Would You Ride This Dangerous-Looking 180-Foot Forest Slide?

Remember those really tall carnival slides you would go on when you were a kid? You would sit on potato sacks and slide down from way above the ground. Or maybe you recall the playground slides where groups of children would gather around the stairs leading up to them, excitedly waiting their turn to slide down. Now imagine a slide, similar to these two, but just much, much...

Why Do You Spend So Much Money at Target? A Former Employee Tells All!

Every time I get to the register at Target, I am shocked and appalled by how much money I have spent. As someone who has learned how to budget during the last year, I can't walk into the store unless I know it's for something that I absolutely need and cannot get anywhere else. I used to chalk this up to the time of day I was shopping. I'm a night owl and tend to make a Target...

7 Lipsticks Named After Your Favorite Celebrities

Our favorite celebrities can inspire fashion trends, haircuts, and even lipstick hues. Women admired for their beauty - like Penélope Cruz - have inspired several shades in Charlotte Tilbury's iconic line, and even Drake has moved Tom Ford to name a lipstick after him. Considering the boost of confidence a good lipstick can provide, channeling your favorite celebrity just...

How to Be the Best Plant Parent to Your Skin-Saving Aloe Vera Tree

Since moving into my studio apartment, I've told people I live alone. In fact, I actually have a secret boarder, and his name is Kevin. He is a little prickly, loves to spread out, and takes up the only window in my place. That's because Kevin is an aloe vera tree. Kevin requires a lot of maintenance and care - I tell people he's preparing me for motherhood. I have to water...

This Coffin-Shaped Organizer Declutters Lipstick AND Caters to Your Dark Side

Halloween isn't just a once-a-year holiday; it's an all-year-round lifestyle, as far as we're concerned. So if you're permanently craving pumpkin-spice-flavored treats, lighting up black-flame candles, and looking for more ways to channel the Sanderson sisters - no matter the season - you're going to full-on obsess over this coffin-shaped lipstick organizer from Etsy. The...

3 Tips For Getting Rid of a Saggy Neck (That Actually Work)

Sure, turtlenecks are back in style, but every once in a while, your neckline just wants to drop it down low. (Especially if you're Kendall Jenner.) There's nothing wrong with baring some décolletage, but if you feel self-conscious about your neck, you might feel a little shy about buying that deep-V. Loose skin in the neck area can be caused by a variety of factors. "Saggy...

Spend Less Time Applying Your Makeup With These Quick Cream Blushes

I love makeup, but when the weather is nice I want to spend less time applying it and more time outside with my friends. I've been looking for ways to amend my beauty routine and to make it quick and easy, and cream blushes seem like a good place to start. By dabbing the product onto my cheeks and blending out with my fingers, I can be out the door in five minutes or less. As...

5 Nude Lip Glosses From Sephora That Will Complete Any Makeup Look

There have been countless nights where I cover myself in contour, the perfect gold eye shadow, and a sharp liquid liner just to spend 10 minutes throwing things around in my drawer searching for a nude gloss to complete my masterpiece. Discovering I had hordes of reds, pinks, mauves, and purples but not a single nude shade in sight, I headed to the Sephora Beauty Insider...