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 23 décembre 2018
These 17 Gifts Are So Funny, You'll Need a Minute to Recover
As fun as it is to shop for thoughtful gifts, there's something so satisfying about a gift that makes everyone laugh. Whether you're heading to a funny White Elephant exchange or just looking for a way to bring more smiles on Christmas morning, these are the best gag gifts we found on Amazon. The best part? Every single one of these gifts is under $40, so get shopping!
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Make Your Small Kitchen Look Bigger (and Better) With These Helpful Hacks
A small kitchen can be cute and charming - that is, until there's no room left for any of your cooking essentials! Size can be on your side with a few simple changes. With some help from our friends at Sweeten, a free service that matches renovators with general contractors, we're sharing some inspiring kitchens that utilize their small space to their advantage.
Make your kitchen look, and most importantly feel, bigger and better with these genius kitchen hacks. Get cookin'!
Related: 27 of the Cutest Home Accessories, Just in Time For the Holidays
Transform a Bottle of Wine Into a Festive Gift With These Wrapping Ideas
No one can go wrong with gifting wine during the holidays because it's a simple (and much-appreciated) present for all wine-lovers. This year, step up your gifting game by wrapping your wine bottles in beautiful, festive, and effortless ways. Just add tissue paper and tinsel!
Cheers to the holidays!
We Don't Want to Unwrap Presents Anymore - These Wrapping Papers Are Way Too Cute!
Step up your holiday gift wrapping game this year with some of the best decorative paper in the business. While most gift-getters are excited to find out what's under the wrapping paper, they will definitely appreciate the outside of their gifts just as much as the presents themselves.
With wrapping paper for Star Wars fans, cat-lovers, pop culture fanatics, and everything in between, your presents will never look better than they do under this year's Christmas tree. Shop more than 100 options ahead!
Sorry, Santa, but Disneyland's 2018 Holiday Treats Put Your Milk and Cookies to SHAME
Year after year, Disneyland ups its holiday treat game, and 2018's offerings are cuter and more tasty than ever. From boozy cookie shots at Disney's Grand Californian to sweet additions to the park's churro selection and savory delights at the Disney Festival of the Holidays at California Adventure, there's an edible indulgence for food fans of all kinds.
If you're wondering what to prioritize, we spoke with Nubia Renteria, pastry sous chef at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel, who shared some of her picks. Her favorite treat this year: the gingerbread funnel cake churro fries. "They're amazing," she told POPSUGAR. "They're hot, they're crispy, and what is there not to love about caramel sauce and hot funnel cake fries?" Agreed.
While we're suckers for all the sweet goodies, there are also some seriously delicious savory dishes at the holiday food festival at California Adventure. "I think the big one for me, especially being Hispanic, is this version of pozole that we have this year at Festival of the Holidays," Renteria said. "You're used to seeing pozole as a soup, in a broth with hominy, so what we did this year is it's a corn cake, and we topped it with a red chile rojo, a beef chili. It's really good; you have the same condiments as you would in a pozole, but it's just in a totally new, modern, different form." Salivating yet?
Keep reading to see Renteria's favorites, as well as more Disney delicacies we're drooling over this holiday season! And make sure you try them before the holiday season at Disneyland officially ends on Jan. 6 (the food festival lasts until Jan. 8).
Make Your Holidays Even Brighter With These 60+ Christmas Candles - You'll Want Them All!
What's better than the smell of freshly baked cookies, crisp pine needles, and warm, roasted chestnuts? All of those combined into a Christmas candle, that's what. This holiday season, cozy up with these fun and festive candles. With rich, seasonal scents in mantel-worthy vessels, these candles make Christmas time even cozier.
New Year, New Sports Bras: These Are the 12 Picks We're Loving Right Now
Ask any woman who works out about sports bras, and be prepared for a short monologue about her favorite brand or a horror story about the one that broke mid-sprint. People are passionate when it comes to sports bras because they're the most critical piece of our workout wardrobe. So we've done a little digging and come up with our favorite picks that are available right now. Think high-support cult favorites and adorable strappy styles perfect for yoga. Now all you have to do is shop!
Can You Eat the Pain Away? Here's What Happened When I Followed an Anti-Inflammatory Diet
Training for a marathon has a lot of caveats. The biggest one, of course, is that you actually have to run 26.2 miles in the end. But you have to do a lot of other things, too. You have to take care of your body and specifically make time for things like foam rolling. You also have to be mindful about what you eat. With the Boston Marathon on my bucket list, I knew it was time to get my mind and body right. Triggered by a little bit of pain in my lower back (screw you, arthritis) and my left hip (ugh, Spin classes), I wondered if there was anything I could do differently with my diet to better my situation. And that's when a friend of mine recommended eating an anti-inflammatory diet.
An anti-inflammatory diet, you say? I wondered, and then I did my research. Essentially, an anti-inflammatory diet consists of the same healthy, unprocessed foods a lot of popular diets recommend, plus being mega attentive to nutrition labels, trying to avoid added, unnecessary sugar. The goal is eliminating foods known to trigger inflammation in the body. Although eating anti-inflammatory foods is definitely trendy, like Bulletproof Coffee or the Paleo diet, research definitely reveals its total-body benefits. Studies show that unresolved inflammation has been linked to the early development of chronic disease.
"There are many foods that can help to combat inflammation in the body," says Alissa Rumsey, M.S., R.D., owner of Alissa Rumsey Nutrition and Wellness. "A diet that includes plenty of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, omega-3 fats, and antioxidants is your best defense against inflammation."
Building blocks. I could work with this, I thought. Rumsey gave me some more guidelines as to what specifically to hone in on, which seemed a lot like a Mediterranean diet. Think things like fatty fish, boatloads of fruits and vegetables, sweet potatoes, berries ("berries, especially, have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties due to the high content of anthocyanin, a powerful phytonutrient"), and tomatoes - for their high concentration of lycopene, which reduces inflammation. Also: whole grains, olive oil, and foods with unsaturated fats, like avocado and seeds. On the "DO NOT EVEN THINK ABOUT IT" list: large amounts of refined sugar, highly processed foods (see ya later, Friday pizza nights), and too much alcohol.
My task: stick to this clean way of eating for a week to see if I felt any all-over body shifts. Here are four lessons I learned from my week of eating an anti-inflammatory diet.
19 Self-Care Gifts That Give a Serious Dose of TLC (Starting at $10)
It's been a long, busy, action-packed, stressful year. And a great way to tell a loved one that you care about them during the holidays would be to give them some much-needed (and likely long overdue) self-care. Whether it's a luxurious bath soak, a reminder to take care of their muscles (for that friend who's addicted to two-a-day workouts), or some relaxing aromatherapy, there's a fabulous gift at every price point, starting at just $10.
15 Cool North Face Products We Hope Show Up Under Our Tree This Holiday
If you're a big fan of The North Face (because who isn't?), the holidays are the perfect time to ask for a new addition to your collection. Whether you're shopping for your own wish list or looking to treat a loved one, we made it easy and uncovered the best products on the internet right now. From hiking boots to tech gloves and amazing plush jackets, be careful shopping - you might end up wanting it all. Take a look.
1 Common Mistake People Make When Cutting Carbs That Can Cause Weight Gain
Are you trying to eat low-carb? Think all carbs are created equal? Nutrition coach Nikki (known as @justget.fit on Instagram), posted this comparison photo for those watching their carb intake in order to lose weight. Most people think of bread, pasta, rice, and cereal when they restrict carbs, but Nikki wants you to remember that fruits contain carbs, too.
These photos aren't meant to stop you from eating fruit! Rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, fruit should be eaten as part of a healthy diet, and they are definitely a healthier choice compared to overly processed bread! But these photos are meant to bring awareness that even healthy foods like fruit can contain high numbers of carbs, which if you eat in excess for your body can lead to weight gain.
In this example, a banana has twice the number of carbs as a slice of whole wheat bread. The banana is also higher in calories and sugar and lower in protein. Both of these offer different kinds of carbs - the fruit is simple carbs, and the whole wheat bread is complex - so they break down at different rates. Neither one is "better" than the other. "The point of this is that it is beneficial to know what's what ☝ so you can make informed choices based on your dietary preferences and goals."
This is just something to think about if you're tracking your macros or trying to cut down on carbs. Definitely don't ditch fruit altogether - we're not saying that! But if you eat a lot of fruit, and you're not losing weight, this could be the reason why.
We're Just Going to Say It: Nike's Making Our Favorite Sneakers in 2019
There's just something about seeing that iconic check mark that makes a sneaker feel legit. It's like an automatic seal of approval; when you wear Nike, you know it's going to perform, and it's going to look good. This year, we're looking for the best sneakers out there, and spoiler alert: we're into these 18 Nike pairs.
Related: With These New Sneakers, You're Already on Your Way to Conquering Those Resolutions
8 Tips For Tackling the January Whole30 Like a Pro
If you are looking for 2019 to be the year when you become healthier from the inside out, I recommend kicking off the new year with the Whole30 program. Never heard of it? Whole30 is a 30-day tough-love "nutrition reset, designed to help you put an end to unhealthy cravings and habits, restore a healthy metabolism, heal your digestive tract, and balance your immune system," according to creator Melissa Hartwig. Remember, this is not a diet. You can get the full breakdown on the Whole30 site, and keep reading for eight tips for tackling this 30-day life-changing program.
2019 Is the Year We're Finally Getting a Good Night's Sleep - Here's How
Trends in wellness ebb and flow, but getting rejuvenating sleep has now moved beyond the fad stage and into a full-on movement. Everyone we talk to is obsessed with their sleep quality, getting to sleep faster, and making the most of their downtime. If you're as committed to getting your rest in as we are, but seem to be having trouble, you've got to pick up these products. Happy shopping, or should we say, sleep well!
This Trainer's 4-Move Bodyweight Workout Is a "Killer Booty Burner" - You Can Do It Anywhere
The next time you find yourself thinking, "I don't have time to go to the gym," we want you to reference this workout by NASM-certified trainer Kelsey Wells. It's a low-impact, bodyweight workout that doesn't take long to do, which means you have no excuse for not training.
These exercises will activate your glute muscles, help you prevent injury, and you'll get that extra "burn" in your muscles by doing them. We hope you're ready for your glutes to be on fire!
The Low-Impact Bodyweight Workout
Kelsey said you can add these exercises into your routine as part of your warmup before a lower-body strength session or as a burnout phase. You can also put these moves together for a quick booty workout. In her caption, Kelsey said to complete four sets of 12 reps for each exercise.
- Double pulse sumo squat: 12 reps
- Standing glute kickback: 12 reps
- Single-leg hip lift: 12 reps (each leg)
- Fire hydrant: 12 reps (each leg)
Be sure to check out the video above to see how Kelsey performs each exercise.
If You Need a Moment of Self-Care This Holiday Season, Try 1 of These 13 Diffusers
The latest wellness trend we can't get enough of? Diffusers. Aromatherapy has been a practice for a long time; who doesn't have certain scents they find soothing? But now, you don't have to light a candle or spray perfume. Just use an essential oil diffuser, which emits the essential oils of your choice into the air, bringing a sense of peace and calm to the space. It's really amazing how such a little device can drastically change your demeanor. This holiday season, there's a lot going on, and whether you're heading into stressful family situations, or just need a great present for your wellness-obsessed friend, you've got to go with a diffuser.
10 Deadlift Variations That Work Every Part of Your Body
Deadlifts are easily one of the best moves out there. In one fell swoop, a deadlift works your butt, core, legs, back, and upper body - truly the definition of a total-body move. But besides making it look like you had a booty lift, it's also the ultimate in functional fitness, making the move hugely popular amongst trainers and physical therapists. In short, if you aren't already doing deadlifts, you need to start! Whether this is your first deadlift - or your 500th! - here are seven variations that will push you even further and prevent deadlift boredom.
If You Want to Shed Fat, Jillian Michaels Says This Is the Type of Cardio You Should Be Doing
Losing weight requires a lifestyle change: eating in a calorie deficit, working out, getting enough sleep, and managing stress. But if you're doing all that, you may be confused as to what type of workouts you should do to lose weight. Cardio is supposed to calories and help you lose weight, but strength training also burns calories and builds lean muscle.
If you're being strategic about your exercise plan for fat loss, trainer and fitness expert Jillian Michaels, who created the My Fitness by Jillian Michaels app, has some tips on how to rev up your calorie burn.
First, she recommends strength training four days a week (if possible) and to train each muscle group twice a week with two days of rest in between. "Lifting weights absolutely speeds fat loss because it burns more calories during and after your workout if done right," she told POPSUGAR.
When it comes to cardio, she's a big fan of high-intensity interval training or HIIT. "HIIT is far more effective across the board," she said. "It amps your calorie burn during the workout as well as your EPOC, or afterburn, and it accelerates how quickly you get more fit because of the intensified stress adaptation response."
However, she did say there are some times when low-intensity sustained state cardio, or LISS, is a better choice. "If you are tired, sick, or injured, HIIT can be too stressful," she said. "In that case, steady-state cardio will be better."
To lose weight, you can make your lifting sessions a HIIT workout to maximize calorie burn, or do a couple days of HIIT cardio a week to torch fat. Not sure where to start? Get inspired with these 10 HIIT workouts you can do at home or anywhere.
Simple 2019 Fitness Resolutions That Are Good For Your Body and Soul
While we're still trying to wrap our heads around the fact that 2018 is coming to a close, it's time to look ahead and start planning those New Year's resolutions. Most of us want to begin the year off with a fresh and healthy start, but oftentimes resolutions can be unrealistic or hard to maintain long-term. From waking up a tad earlier to working out at home and drinking plenty of water throughout the day, we've gathered up 10 of our favorite fitness resolutions that are easy for anyone to do all year-long. Keep reading for some healthy ideas that are good for both your body and your soul.
This Is How I Bullet Journal My Fitness and Nutrition Goals Every Day to Stay on Track
You have probably heard of a hundred different ways to track your fitness goals and progress electronically - OK, maybe not a hundred, but you know there are a lot of fitness apps, tracking bracelets, and even rings (like Prince Harry's Oura) that record your steps, weight, and sleep. I've tried a bunch of different tools myself, but sometimes you're just a pen-and-paper person, and a good bullet journal is what you need to stay consistent.
Bullet journaling has been a great asset to my fitness and nutrition goals. Not only does it allow me to be creative and offers a fun activity at the beginning and end of every day, it also gives me a wide visual representation of how I'm doing overall, in life, on my way to my target. It doesn't just include number metrics like weight or how many workouts I did in a week. It includes whatever else I want to focus on in my journey to better health, whether that's more self-awareness, more time meditating, or calories or water consumption.
A bullet journal can be overwhelming to start and requires some preparation, but I promise that after you draw out a plan (quite literally), you'll be happy you did it. This is how to get started.
18 Dance Workouts That Are So Fun, You'll Forget It's Exercise
Let's DANCE! These workouts make exercising more fun, less painful. You'll be sweating away to your very own dance party, whether you choose a 30-minute jam sesh or a three-minute quickie. And we're not talking about low-intensity workouts, guys - this is heart-pounding, calorie-torching cardio!
I'm a Trainer, and This Total-Body Workout Will Help You Build Muscle and Improve Endurance
As much as I like structure and having a plan when I go to the gym, sometimes I just freestyle my workout. That's exactly how this workout was born. I knew I wanted a strength element, but I didn't want to do typical lifts. Instead, I came up with three moves that would work my entire body and fatigue my muscles. The moves alone are simple, but the intensity and addition of minimal rest make this workout mentally and physically challenging.
How to Do the Three-Move Circuit
Before getting started, be sure to warm up. Here's the warmup I like to do: Take little to no rest between each exercise, and two to three minutes of rest between sets. Complete four sets; this can be modified if necessary.
- Burpee, squat, and press: 10 reps
- Assault bike: 20 calories
- Ball slam: 10 reps
Be sure to watch the video above to see how to perform each move.
8 Resolutions to Jump-Start 2019 and Keep You on Track For Better Health All Year
With a new year comes the opportunity for a fresh start, and the areas of exercise and wellness are no exception. The new year is a great time to commit to a healthier lifestyle, and that doesn't have to mean resigning yourself to time in a crowded gym with tons of other well-meaning people. Here are eight attainable fitness resolutions you can easily make time for, no matter what your lifestyle is currently like.
I'm a Dietitian, and This Is How I Avoid Gaining Weight at the Holidays
The holidays may be the most wonderful time of the year, but with your calendar double- and triple-booked with parties, booze flowing freely, and tempting treats at every turn, it's also the most challenging time to stay on track with your fitness goals. That's why most people gain one to two pounds over the last several weeks of the year. While that's not excessive, it's not a gift you can easily return with a sales receipt. Here's the good news: you don't have to forgo the festivities in order to avoid that holiday weight gain - instead, try these strategies that have always worked for me.
7 Questions to Ask Before Dropping Your Hard-Earned Cash on a Gym Membership
It's nearing the end of the year, and if you're already thinking about New Year's resolutions - which could include getting in shape - you might be wondering whether it's time to finally join a gym. It's one of the wisest investments you can make, but there's still a lot to consider before you decide on one, especially if you're committing to a routine for the first time. Finding the right gym or studio is essential - after all, you don't want to waste your time or money on a membership that doesn't meet your needs. To help you find your way, we asked Tim Blake, an NASM-certified trainer and founder of Super Fit Dads, what questions you should ask before signing on the dotted line.
Is Romance or Heartache on the Horizon? Read Your 2019 Love Horoscope to Find Out
The new year is almost upon us, and that means it's time for brand-new opportunities in different aspects of life, with love and relationships being a high priority for many of us. The people we spend our lives with romantically really impact our well-being and happiness, as finding that special someone can provide comfort, care, and support through life's challenges. And that person also likely brings fun, laughter, and sweet little kisses to brighten your day. However, on the flip side, sometimes romantic relationships end, making room for that new person to arrive within the coming year. The good news is the zodiac offers predictions to help us navigate our love lives in 2019. Here's your 2019 love horoscope from astrologer Skye Alexander, the author of more than 40 books, including Magickal Astrology and The Modern Guide to Witchcraft.
Related: 2019 Book Horoscope: Let the Stars Guide You to Your First Read of the New Year
I Tried to Quit My Smartphone Addiction and (Spoiler Alert) Failed Miserably
I need rehab. Actual, real-life, smartphone rehab. Listen, I knew I was addicted to my smartphone before I tried to go smartphone-free for one week, but I didn't know how addicted I was. Now that I know, I'm actually scared for myself and, dare I say, society as a whole.
Shortly after my daughter was born, I actually attempted this digital detox song and dance. Why? I caught myself checking my phone while I was driving my precious cargo in the car. I felt guilty whenever she saw me scrolling during playtime. I found myself taking drastic measures like actually hiding my phone just to stay in the present moment. I started to think that I had a real problem. Turns out that I do.
According to my phone's data, I spend an average of four hours and 23 minutes on my phone per day! It's clear that I need to get clean. So, I decided to take on the difficult, but not impossible, task of turning off all of my cellular data and WiFi dialing. I was determined to use my phone as 1998 intended - make calls, take calls, and maybe store a photo here and there. I want to be clear: this meant no music, no Google Maps, no email, no social media, no apps, nothing for one whole week!
Let me just tell you that this seemingly innocent experiment made with the intention of being more present in those picture-perfect moments (as opposed to ruining them by taking actual pictures) really opened my eyes to the severity of my smartphone addiction.
My name is Jen, and I am a smartphone addict. Here's my (attempted) recovery story.
The Bouquets Had Lightsaber Handles at This Star Wars Wedding - and the Bride Wore Black
If you want to bring the Force to your nuptials, look no further than Crystal and Jonathan's gorgeous Star Wars-themed wedding for inspiration. The two first met while they were students at Purdue University, which is why the campus holds a great deal of sentimental value to the pair. They fittingly decided to have their wedding at the Purdue Memorial Union and embellished the place with decor inspired by their favorite film franchise. "Their reception was Star Wars-themed and it was amazing! They made most of the decorations and each table's centerpiece was a different world from Star Wars. Crystal hand made all of the bouquets with origami flowers and lightsaber handles," said Jasmine Norris-Dixson, the woman behind the camera who captured the happy moments from the wedding. "Also, the Star Wars theme was a surprise for all their guests."
The pair had so many more layers of unique ideas catered to their love story. For instance, instead of a traditional layered cake, they opted for a delicious cookie cake with the phrase, "'Til the Death Star do we part" written in frosting on it. The newlyweds explained their decision, saying: "We got Insomnia Cookies instead of a big fancy cake. We wanted to capture our time at Purdue in the food and feel of the wedding, and Insomnia Cookies is a big part of that." There are so many more cute details to look out for, so keep reading!
Related: This Office-Themed Wedding Deserves ALL of Michael Scott's Dundies
Only Stream These Movies on Netflix If You Like Drop-Dead Sexy Guys
Sometimes you just really want to watch superhot guys being sexy and shirtless - and we support that. In fact, we support it so much that we've rounded up more than 60 movies available on Netflix that feature the most smoldering eye candy around for a shameless movie night in. Some of these characters are being romantic, some are showing off their guns (and abs) in action movies, and some are pure evil (in a really hot way), but what they all have in common is, well, we want to jump their bones. I can't vouch for the quality of all these movies, but the actors starring in them aren't ugly. Pass the remote . . .
Related: Avengers: Infinity War, Roma, and 90 Other Titles Hitting Netflix in December
Listen to the Ultimate Romantic Christmas Playlist
Break out the hot chocolate, light the fire, and cozy up with your boo because we're already getting excited for Christmas. Ahead of the holiday madness, be sure to carve out some alone time and set the mood with these romantic Christmas tunes. You'll have a night to remember - no mistletoe required.
- "All I Want For Christmas," Mariah Carey
- "Santa Baby," Eartha Kitt
- "Baby It's Cold Outside," Leon Redbone/Zooey Deschanel
- "Last Christmas," Wham!
- "My Only Wish (This Year)," Britney Spears
- "I Never Knew the Meaning of Christmas," *NSYNC
- "Please Come Home For Christmas," Kelly Clarkson
- "I Want to Come Home For Christmas," Marvin Gaye
- "Fa La La," Justin Bieber and Boyz II Men
- "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus," The Ronettes
- "Winter Wonderland," Tony Bennett
- "Merry Christmas, Baby," Christina Aguilera
- "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" Frank Sinatra
- "This Gift," 98 Degrees
- "Mistletoe," Justin Bieber
- "You're Not Alone," Boyz II Men
- "You Make It Feel Like Christmas," Neil Diamond
- "Snowflakes of Love," Toni Braxton
- "Wrapped in Red," Kelly Clarkson
- "In Love on Christmas," *NSYNC
- "Love Is Christmas," Sara Bareilles
- "Christmas Through Your Eyes," Gloria Estefan
- "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm," Dean Martin
- "Merry Christmas Darling," The Carpenters
- "Christmas Eve," Céline Dion
- "Christmas Is the Time to Say I Love You," Billy Squier
- "This Christmas," Mary J. Blige
- "Christmas Without You," OneRepublic
- "Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)," Stevie Wonder
- "Miss You Most (at Christmas Time)," Mariah Carey
To listen to the playlist below, download the free Spotify software or app:
11 December Must-Read Romances to Heat Up Your Winter
As the year comes to a close, there is no lack of absolutely swoon-worthy romances being released to steam up the holidays! Gather those gift cards you're bound to receive this season, and get ready to load up your Kindle or ereader with these new books. Emotionally-packed stories, sexy alphas, seductively sensuous passion, and so much more awaits you in these December romances!
Related: Book-Lovers, Brace Yourselves: The 2019 POPSUGAR Reading Challenge Is Here!
36 Disney World Hacks That Will Make Your Trip Even More Magical
Want to avoid the long Walt Disney World lines? 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.
The Quickest Way to Find Your Top 9 Instagram Posts of 2018
Seeing your top nine Instagram posts of the year always reveals a little bit about you, ya know? For me, that means two pastas and one pizza made the mix, which I'm zero percent shocked by. (Shout out to Barzotto in San Francisco for its very photogenic pasta with marinara and ricotta. If you, too, enjoy taking a look back and seeing which photos on your grid got the most likes throughout the year, the Top Nine app and website has you covered.
How to Find Your Instagram Top Nine of 2018
- Go to the Top Nine website or download the app in the App Store
- Enter your Instagram username; your account must be public
- Enter your email address
- Check your email, and you'll receive your Instagram Top Nine as a JPEG attachment
- Nod with agreement and say, "Yep, I remember that"
Top Nine will organize your most liked photos in order, and it'll also tell you your total number of likes for the year. Get ready for an influx of Top Nine grids in your feed as we scroll on through to 2019.
Transform Your Wedding Into an Enchanting Fairy Tale With These Disney-Inspired Ideas
Any Disney fan knows that the classic fairy tales end with ". . . and they lived happily ever after." Bring that sentiment into your wedding with romantic Disney-inspired touches to create your own happily ever after. With some help from our friends at Be Inspired, we reached out to wedding industry professionals and compiled creative ways to turn your wedding into an enchanted Disney fairy tale. Check out this gallery for some Disney-themed wedding inspiration!
Related: Every Single Guest Dressed as a Disney Character at This Picture-Perfect Wedding
86 Gift Ideas For Women That Are Seriously Genius
Ladies, we have a fierce gift guide for you. These are the absolute best presents a woman can receive in 2018. There are ideas for all types of girls, so you can't go wrong. Check out the thoughtful and pretty items that every gal will want on their holiday wish list.
7 Guilty Pleasure Romance Reads For Your Weekend Staycation
Cheesy romance reads have come a long way since the days of risqué novels featuring shirtless Fabio, front and center, on the cover. With messages of hope, happily ever after, and true love, romance novels have become a staple in every reader's collection. This weekend, indulge in the best new romance novels of the season, and prepare yourself for plenty of laughs and maybe even a couple of tears.
21 Fun and Silly Gifts For Boyfriends
When it comes to shopping for guys, humor is a foolproof way to go. Even if your boyfriend has everything, he won't mind a fun gift that makes him laugh when he opens it. Clothes and practical items can get predictable, especially if you two have been together for a while. So check out these 22 silly gifts he won't be expecting.
- Additional reporting by Nicole Yi
2019 Book Horoscope: Let the Stars Guide You to Your First Read of the New Year
If you're all about reading your daily horoscope and finding out what the universe has in store for you, we have the perfect book recommendations based on your best astrological sign qualities. The stars know all the answers, and with 2019 on the horizon, it's time to start thinking about the year ahead and the new books you'll be adding to your astrological reading list. Matching some of the best new reads for 2019, we've paired our favorite books with the signs we know will love them. Trust the stars in the new year and discover the next book you won't be able to put down.
Related: Book-Lovers, Brace Yourselves: The 2019 POPSUGAR Reading Challenge Is Here!
25 Dazzling Gifts That Will Make Your BFF Go Starry-Eyed
Where can you find the latest trend to obsess over? In the stars, of course. But seriously, starry products are everywhere, and we're loving it. There's so many pretty items that would be the perfect gift for your BFF (or yourself). Check out the best goodies out there in the internet world and grab your favorites before they're gone. Let's shop!
Gryffindors and Slytherins Agree: A Harry Potter-Themed Wedding Is "Always" a Good Idea
For a truly bewitching big day, nothing is more perfect than having a Harry Potter-themed wedding. There are so many creative big and little ways to incorporate the magic of Harry Potter in your wedding, so Harry Potter fans, have your quills at the ready. With Slytherin snake cakes, Honeydukes candy favors, enchanting emerald dresses, hauntingly beautiful decorations, and the spellbinding power of love, these weddings are worthy of the Triwizard Cup.
Take a look at some of the best Harry Potter-themed wedding ideas out there. Beware: they may put a spell on you.
19 Ways to Use Pantone's 2019 Color of the Year in Your Wedding
Pantone's color of the year is the vibrant and playful living coral. Adding a splash of color to any big day, coral gives a fresh 2019 spin on wedding decor, accessories, and everything in between.
Add living coral to table displays, flower arrangements, or even the groom's tie for an added pop of pinky orange. This bold color will bring warmth and brightness to every occasion. See how to creatively incorporate living coral in your wedding ahead.
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16 Perfect Presents For People Who Will Always Love Princess Diana
Princess Diana was a mother, a style icon, and one of the most badass members of the British royal family. Her tragic death in 1997 brought the world to its knees, and the 20th anniversary of her passing last year further reminded people across the globe of just how inspiring and special she was. With the giving season upon us, we've picked 16 gifts that are perfect for the person in your life who will always love and miss Diana, from vintage finds to her famous Cartier watch - and if you're a fan of the princess, don't hesitate to add these to your wish list!
It's Official - This Celebrity Wedding Shocked You the Most This Year!
Ah, 2018 - the year of surprise celebrity weddings. From Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin to Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas, so many couples took us completely by surprise with their weddings this year, but which one shocked you the most? It's time to fess up!
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas's wedding surprised you the most this year! This poll is now closed. Thanks for voting!
Cheers to 2019 With a Ginger Cocktail - Here Are 32 Refreshing Recipes to Try!
While the kiddos might be looking forward to what gifts they'll be receiving, parents are most likely wondering what cocktails they'll be serving (and drinking) during the holidays.
But even though there are traditional drinks like eggnog and hot toddies, every once in a while you might want to spice things up, and what better way to do so than with a little bit of ginger? A staple in many kitchens, ginger is easy to incorporate in a lot of classic drinks like martinis and margaritas due to the different varieties ginger comes in, such as ginger beer.
Heard enough? Then check out some of our favorite ginger-inspired cocktails and get ready to whip out the mixers. Who said mixing things up had to be hard?!
52 Amazing Bar Carts That Will Inspire You to Style Your Own
Whether it's for the holiday season or just to bring the decor in your home up a notch, bar carts are the perfect multifunctional piece. They add fun visual appeal when not in use and then become the life of the party when you're entertaining friends and family. You can also score bar carts pretty inexpensively and make them look as upscale or as playful as you want.
While what goes on a bar cart may be common knowledge (booze and tools are the essentials), when it comes to styling one, there are so many ways to go about it. Do you go classic? Simple? Show off all the liquor in your home or just your favorites? And what about glassware?
We scoped out some stunning bar carts that may spark some creativity when it comes to styling your very own bar cart. From fully stocked to minimal, clean and coordinated to glam and decadent, take a look at what we found to help bring the bar cart of your dreams to life.
This Disneyland Churro Toffee Recipe Is a Dead Ringer For the Park's Hottest New Treat
Jenny Flake from Picky Palate is here to help you re-create Disneyland's trendiest new treat: churro toffee! Click through some of her step-by-step photos, and get the recipe at the end.
I have so much fun creating Disneyland copycat recipes! Stay tuned for more coming soon. This is "churro toffee," as I like to call it, from Disney California Adventure Park's Trolley Treats located on Buena Vista Street! Before you learn to make homemade English toffee, you'll need to purchase a candy thermometer. Check the kitchen section from any Target or Walmart. Some grocery stores even carry them. Amazon is my favorite to order for quick delivery! Be sure to check out my Mickey Mouse sugar cookies for more Disney magic at home!
These 25 Uncommon Gifts Will Have Everyone Saying, "Where'd You Find That?!"
Gift-giving is equal parts exciting and stressful. While it's fun to find that perfect present, the actual shopping can feel draining and discouraging - until now. We've scoured the internet to find the best unique gifts. You know, the ones they'll remember getting and actually want to use. This season, take the gift-giving crown with these cool finds.
12 January Destinations to Shake Your Holiday Hangover
Holiday hangovers are a real thing, and we're not just talking booze-wise. (Although, obviously, that too.) Festivity madness is undoubtedly exhausting, between thinking of thoughtful gifts, shopping for and wrapping said gifts, attending multitudes of merry gatherings, and managing to survive family-house-hopping craziness (insert a glass of wine - or five). So, gifting ourselves a "refresh-cation" might just be the best idea we've had all year.
Whatever your post-holiday unwind style, this roundup of January destinations has your back. Maybe you need something to work off those Christmas cookies . . . because is it even the holidays without the cookies? Perhaps you just need some solo peace and quiet . . . no problem. Or, quite possibly, you're mulling over trying something new for that new year's reset - we've got that, too.
If anything, this post-holiday travel inspiration might just give you a daydream escape to help soothe the inevitable effects of fielding dating questions from wacky Aunt Susan. You've most certainly earned a mini or not-so-mini break to look forward to in January when the holiday dust has settled. Start 2019 off on a refreshed foot with these relaxing, detoxing, and utterly restorative spots.
Think: yoga, beach, massage, meditation retreat, cozy fireplace reading. Feel: rejuvenated, refreshed, rebooted - and get some long overdue "you time."
How Disneyland Is Decorated "Overnight" and More Secrets From Disney's Holiday Decorator
Sorry, Buddy, but we've met someone who could dress up a location with even more festive flair than the syrup-obsessed elf in Gimbels. Meet Cathy Carson, an official Disneyland holiday park decorator and a part of a small but mighty crew worthy of Santa's workshop. For Cathy, every day is like Christmas, since she is dreaming up holiday decor ideas for the Anaheim, CA, park year-round. Yeah, we'd say that's a pretty cool job.
Cathy started working for Disney in 2003 as a temporary employee for Disneyland's holiday installation. She clearly had a knack for it, since she was asked back year after year, and now she's bringing the magic full-time. We had the chance to speak with her about her very merry career, what makes the holidays at Disneyland this year so special, and the behind-the-scenes secrets we've always wanted to know. Like, when do they start planning for 2019? And is year-round glitter on your face just a part of the job? (The answer to the latter is a resounding "yes.")
Keep reading for the answers to these burning questions as well as more photos of Disneyland's 2018 holiday decor.
Give Your Holidays a Much-Needed Kick in the Pants With These Booze-Tastic Cocktails
When you're baking up your favorite Christmas cookies and listening to your favorite Christmas music, don't forget the most important part of the equation: your Christmas cocktails.
Whether you want something toasty warm, like a hot toddy or hot chocolate, or something brisk and crisp, like a mule, we have a lot of festive options for you to choose from. There are classics, like eggnog and martinis, and some twists on your favorites, but you'll have to read through to see them all.
Queue up a Christmas film on Netflix and settle in with one of these cocktails. You'll be on your way to a holly jolly holiday.
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