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.
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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.
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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
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jeudi 21 février 2019
Your Celery Will Last a Lot Longer (and Your Juice Will Taste Better) With This Storage Hack
It's too soon to call what the best health and wellness trend of 2019 is, but celery juice is definitely at the top of the list. If you've started adding celery juice to your morning routine, you've got to try this simple trick to keep your celery fresh longer.
How to Choose Your Celery
The first step is to select a quality bunch of celery. It may sound mundane, but this will make all the difference. Plus, it will help you save money and prevent you from wasting food. According to the University of Nebraska, you should "choose celery with straight, rigid stalks and fresh leaves." It also advises avoiding bunches with stalks that look "woody or limp." Another way to find the freshest celery is to use your nose. Yes, smell them! Look for a bunch with a fresh scent; you'll definitely know if it isn't.
How to Store Your Celery
After you've purchased fresh bunches, you'll need to make sure you store them properly. According to Washington State University, you should remove the stalks from the plastic packaging (if they have it), wrap them tightly in aluminum foil, and store them in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. "Celery stays crisp for weeks this way," the university explained. By wrapping the stalks in foil, ethylene, the ripening hormone, is able to escape.
Conversely, if you leave the celery in the plastic bag, the ethylene gas won't be released and it will speed up moisture loss and spoilage. If you do choose to store your celery in the original packaging or a plastic bag, be sure to use it quickly for optimal freshness.
How to Clean Your Celery
Before you make your fresh juice, you need to thoroughly clean the celery. In 2018, celery was No. 10 on the Environmental Working Group's (EWG) "Dirty Dozen" list. "More than 95 percent of conventional celery samples tested positive for pesticide," the EWG reported.
To make sure your celery is clean, The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends separating the bunch and washing stalks individually. You should rinse each stalk with cold water, rubbing the stalk with your fingers or a vegetable brush to remove any grit or dirt. If you really want to ensure your celery is clean, you can also use a fruit and vegetable wash.
How to Prepare Your Celery
Prep your celery by cutting off both the root and the leafy part at the top of the bunch. You can dispose of both parts in your trash, compost them, or use them in salads and soups.
I Teach Yoga and Do CrossFit, and These Are the 18 Yoga Poses I Swear By For Strong Arms
I like to lift heavy sh*t, but I also like to hold myself upside down in a 98-degree room while sweat drips from my nose onto my yoga mat. Both CrossFit and yoga have been integral in helping me gain strength and flexibility in my upper body. I couldn't do one without the other. But when I'm not pressing a barbell overhead and slinging kettlebells, these are the intense yoga poses I love to do to sculpt and strengthen my arms.
Related: I Do CrossFit and These Are the 19 Arm-Strengthening Exercises I Can't Live Without
If You Want to Lose Weight With Intermittent Fasting, Here's a Must-Read Beginner's Guide
There are tons of reasons to try intermittent fasting (IF) such as disease prevention and improved digestion and reduced bloating, but weight loss is what draws most people to it. If you're new to the whole idea, this intermittent fasting guide will explain all the details.
Just note that intermittent fasting may not be right for everyone, especially those with a history of disordered eating. Registered dietitian Lisa Eberly Mastela, MPH, RD, told POPSUGAR that any form of IF should be done under the supervision of a registered dietitian.
If you're ready to dive in, here's what beginners need to know about how to use intermittent fasting to lose weight.
This Ice Cream Is "Sleep Friendly," and Our Spoons Are SO Ready!
A lot of things interfere with a good night's sleep: scrolling through your phone, sweets or anything that contains caffeine, fatty foods, and alcohol. But what if there was a satisfying treat you could enjoy before bed without a single worry about staying awake? Nightfood advertises its new ice cream line as a slumber-friendly option that helps you catch some zzz's, due to ingredients such as magnesium, zinc, and calcium, which are associated with improved quality of sleep.
The ice cream was formulated with the help of experts, including Michael Breus, PhD, known as the "Sleep Doctor," and Lauren Broch, PhD, to "keep sleep disruptive ingredients out and add in ingredients that are understood to support sleep," the Nightfood website states. The company removed caffeine, sugars, and "excess fat and calories" and made the recipe "less likely to cause sleep disruption via lactose digestion issues, acid reflux, blood sugar spikes, and the like." Nightfood does want to make clear, though, that the ice cream does not "contain sleep-aid substances or drugs [like melatonin], and it's not a dietary supplement. It's simply a better-for-you and more sleep-friendly choice," according to the website.
"With tens of millions of people eating ice cream every night, they're taking in lots of sugar, fat, and calories just before bed that can be very detrimental to sleep quality," Nightfood founder Sean Folkson told POPSUGAR, adding that he wants us to think of the line as a bedtime alternative. "It's not that other ice creams keep people awake; it's that they are loaded with ingredients that can impair sleep quality."
Based on a 2,000-calorie diet, one half-cup serving of Nightfood contains 10 percent of your suggested daily magnesium and zinc intake, according the nutrition facts. One serving also contains between 70 and 100 calories, one-and-a-half to two-and-a-half grams of total fat, and six to 10 grams of sugar. To top it all off, Nightfood has six to seven grams of protein per serving. A half-cup serving of Cherry Eclipse, for instance, contains 100 calories, two-and-a-half grams of fat, nine grams of sugar, and six grams of protein. A half-cup serving of Cherry Garcia, a similar pint from Ben & Jerry's, has 260 calories, 15 grams of fat, 23 grams of sugar, and four grams of protein.
The line is in the middle of a national roll out, which will last over the next 12 months, Folkson said, and is now available in 40 percent of Meijer locations for $5. But if you're craving it now, you can buy it online in bulk via Amazon or per pint on buynightfood.com. Along with Cherry Eclipse, there's Full Moon Vanilla, Midnight Chocolate, After Dinner Mint Chip, Cold Brew Decaf, Cookies 'N' Dreams, Milk & Cookie Dough, and Bed and Breakfast (maple ice cream with waffle chunks). Five out of the eight pints are also gluten-free! Read on for nutritional info for each dreamy flavor.
Carve Lean Abs and Ripped Arms With a Pair of Dumbbells and This 20-Minute Workout
This is the ultimate arm and ab burner! And all you need is a pair of dumbbells and 20 minutes, which means it's the perfect home workout. The best part is that you can do it anytime; hello, quick 9 p.m. workout in your pajamas while binge-watching Netflix! It's up to you how hard you want to work. Make it more challenging by using heavier weights and pushing your pace.
Arm and Abs Dumbbell Workout
Equipment needed: One pair of medium-weight dumbbells (six to 15 pounds). (Optional: have a heavier pair on hand for exercises that are easier for you)
Directions: Set your timer for 20 minutes, and complete as many rounds of the ahead workout as you can. Aim for at least three rounds.
| Exercise | Reps |
|---|---|
| Shoulder press | 10 reps |
| Overhead circle | 10 reps (5 in each direction) |
| Wide biceps curl | 10 reps |
| Upright row | 10 reps |
| Dumbbell bench press | 10 reps |
| Plank dumbbell row | 10 reps (5 per side) |
| Side plank with weight | 10 reps (5 per side) |
| Seated Russian twist |
10 reps (10 per side) |
| Push-up and rotate | 10 reps (5 per side) |
| Weighted straight-leg crunch | 10 reps |
| Lying overhead reach | 10 reps |
| Dumbbell crossover punch | 10 reps (5 per side) |
Keep reading for details on how to do each move.
Jessamyn Stanley on Yoga Practice, Body Positivity, and Not Being Afraid to Take Up Space
Image Source: Zoe Litaker Photography
When you think of yoga, the first image that probably comes to mind is a thin white woman saying "Namaste" while wearing a sporty tank top and printed leggings - maybe on a beach. And while there are plenty of those women doing Sun Salutations in a yoga studio near you, they are vastly over-represented in a world that is actually populated by people of many different shapes and sizes. But somehow 30-year-old Jessamyn Stanley doesn't let a lack of representation faze her - she's too busy being a badass yogi.
Stanley is unapologetic about taking up space in a world that is resistant to changing the appropriated narrative that makes women who look like her seem few and far between. Even though yoga remains her central focus, she has since turned her love for her practice into a highly visible social media presence that is actively disrupting the perceived norm - a space where she expresses her views on everything from mainstream acceptance of big bodies to musings about her continuous journey to find her space and place in the world.
Based in Durham, North Carolina, Stanley practices and teaches high-energy Vinyasa-flow yoga, an athletic style of yoga that strings various poses together to create a sequence. Her classes provide a body-positive approach that focuses on how the body feels vs. how it looks, a technique she developed through her own personal practice. If you looked at the photo above and thought she seemed vaguely familiar, here's why: she recently appeared in a U by Kotex commercial in which she spoke about practicing yoga while being on her period and as a larger person of color.
When she's not busy starring in nationally syndicated commercials, Stanley also runs a blog (where she has a kickass playlist, BTW), hosts a yoga and lifestyle podcast called Jessamyn Explains It All, and somehow finds time to listen to all of the Harry Potter books. I recently caught up with Stanley to chat about everything from her favorite yoga pose to why neither of us will sit on the 6 train in NYC.
Image Source: Lydia Hudgens Photography
Tembe Denton-Hurst: Tell me about the first time you did yoga.
Jessamyn Stanley: The very first time I did yoga, I was 16. I was very much the youngest person in the room, and definitely the largest person. There were [also] very few people of color, but that really wasn't even what struck me so much as the fact that [yoga is] really, really hard. I found everything from the experience to be challenging. It was a Bikram yoga class - which is a style of hot yoga - and the heat was so overwhelming. I made it a third of the way through the class before I was like, "I'm good on this." They tell you not to leave, but I was like, "I don't care; I don't know y'all. I have to get out of here." I got really sick and was like, "I'm never doing this again. If that's yoga, then I'm good."
I ended up going back to yoga when I was in grad school, seven years later. I was going through a period of depression. One of my friends was like, "Oh my god, you should try Bikram yoga; it's so amazing." And I was like, "I'm not doing that. I already know it's not for me." She wore me down, and I realized that the experience of being manually pushed out of my comfort zone and being forced to see new aspects of myself was so cleansing. It's not like it magically got easier, [but] I understood the need for that kind of sensation.
TDH: How much has your practice changed since then? Are there aspects that haven't changed?
JS: My yoga practice has evolved and changed a lot over the years. When I first started practicing, I was definitely like, "I'm just going to do this yoga thing." I didn't understand it on this level, [but] I started practicing yoga at home. I learned a lot more about lineage, history, meditation, and breathwork - things that I had never even considered.
During that period, my practice became very athletic, and [I] focused on learning as many poses as possible. As time went on and I [began] teacher training, I realized why so much of the practice resonated with me: it is a way for me to look at aspects of myself that I've been hiding. I [want to] maintain this practice for the rest of my life. Regardless of what happens, I can always turn back to it. It's a journey to the self, through the self, [and] something I consistently reflect on so that I can be more compassionate not just toward myself, but toward other people - and I think that is a profoundly different place from where I began.
TDH: How do you balance being a teacher and inspiration to others while remaining a student of the practice?
JS: I think it's awesome that more people are practicing. Most people have no idea that yoga is not just for thin white women. Most people are genuinely surprised by that. I'm glad that there's a wider variety of people living this practice for themselves. Ultimately, I feel like in order for me to really be living this practice for myself, I can't really be that concerned about the effect [it has] on other people. Eventually, I think I'll walk away from public presence, but I do think there's clearly a reason why all of this is happening right now. In order to live in my truth, I have to be open to that; it's just this interesting balancing point of simultaneously understanding that there's so much more than this and that what's happening right now is critical.
"It's a journey to the self, through the self."
TDH: Who and what inspires you?
JS: People that are being really honest and authentic, even when they have to stand or walk alone. I find myself constantly coming into conflict with fear, and seeing that I don't stretch my wings or step outside of certain boxes because I'm afraid. The people and things that really inspire me are those who just live in their truth without any fear of repercussion. Also people who are able to love and express compassion indiscriminately, because that's something I definitely struggle with: seeing beyond my expectations for the world and being able to love wholeheartedly. I do think as difficult and as complicated as that is, it's the reason that we're here: to love indiscriminately.
TDH: How do you deal with people who underestimate you?
JS: At this point in my life, [I] expect that. Most people are afraid of things in their own lives, and when they see other people embodying spaces that they are too fearful to, their knee-jerk reaction is to be hateful or create shame. Misery loves company. That's something that I encounter constantly in my professional life, especially. People go out of their way to undermine or underestimate me, and if someone is trying to undermine you or trying to underestimate you, that's a sign that what you're doing is worthwhile; you're taking up space that someone else is afraid to.
As a fat-bodied yoga teacher working in a traditionally small-bodied, predominantly white industry, it's very common [for] people to belittle me. They're afraid that what I think, believe, and embody is contradicting their existence, and their response is to put up a wall. I don't have time to be worried about breaking down those walls; all I can do is keep doing what I'm doing.
Image Source: Lydia Hudgens Photography
TDH: Have you always had a great relationship with your body? If not, how did you come to accept it?
JS: I've generally had a pretty terrible relationship with my body; I think I've spent the vast majority of my life trying to make [it] look different than it looks naturally. I've definitely started to develop a better relationship with my body, [but] I think it's a very separate issue from the yoga. The main thing, for me, has been understanding the horrible things that I say and think about myself, and I notice it's the kind of work people don't really want to do. When they think about body positivity and self-care and self-love, it seems like it's going to be some f*cking Instagram quote or something you repeat over and over until, magically, one day you feel great about yourself. The thing that has worked for me is actually stopping when I hear myself saying something [negative] and trying to deconstruct where that's coming from - this happens a million times a day, and it's very unpleasant and embarrassing, but the results are so profound. Every single day I'm just trying to show up to do the work that I need to do to feel better today - and tomorrow's another day, and yesterday was a different day . . . but today is all that really matters.
"If someone is trying to undermine you or trying to underestimate you, that's a sign that what you're doing is worthwhile; you're taking up space that someone else is afraid to."
While I was practicing yoga, I started to notice the things I would say about myself when I would take photos of my yoga practice. In the moment of the picture being taken, I would [think], "I feel so strong. I feel so powerful. Yoga is amazing and great." Then I would look at the picture and immediately start talking sh*t about myself - "Oh my god, my stomach, my arms." We always want to blame the media and parents and friends and partners, but I'm the one who's saying these things. Whether or not I'm reflecting it from others is not the question. I am doing this. I can't control every aspect of my environment, but I can control what I'm going to think. Really understanding that put me on the road toward a better relationship with my body.
TDH: One of the best moments in your practice?
JS: When I was in my teacher training, I was doing a partner yoga exercise with someone who was much smaller than I am. She [was] very petite, blonde - very different from me. And I'm supposed to put my entire bodyweight on her. I was just compulsively apologizing the whole time, like, "Oh my god, I'm so sorry." Eventually she stopped me and said, "You know you don't have to apologize for everything, right?" And I was like, "I guess I'm just apologizing for existing." I had never consciously thought that before, and I was shook: How long have I been thinking that? Have I been thinking that my entire life? I spent so much time [blaming] my issues on my romantic relationships or on my family and trying to fix everything with drinking, smoking, eating, or shopping. It was so profound, so much bigger than anything I'd understood or experienced. I [thought], "I will come back to this practice forever if I continue to see something real like that." I don't need to have the answer, and I don't need to get it all figured out. But that experience of truth is more than anything I could imagine.
TDH: That speaks to me on such a real level. I'm constantly apologizing for myself. I even get anxious sitting on the benches on the subway. I'm always so stressed out.
JS: If I'm on the 6 in the city, I will not sit down on one of the benches unless I have a seat in between. People ask me why I still live in North Carolina, and if I had to live in New York, I would, but then there's that nonsense with the train.
Image Source: Zoe Litaker Photography
TDH: You've been so open on social media - how has that affected you?
JS: The reason I've maintained my [social media] presence is because I feel like there's an opportunity to change the narrative, to show what a yoga practice actually looks like. It's not just popping up into poses for pictures on social media. It's about really looking within yourself to see the conflict, to see the things that are unpleasant or offensive to other people. It's the truth of who you are.
PS: If you could go back to when you first started doing yoga, what would you tell 16-year-old Jessamyn?
JS: Don't sweat it - nothing that you're worrying about right now is that serious. Focus on just enjoying yourself and trying to be happy. That is your only goal.
I Trained With J Lo's Trainer, and Now I Know the Secret Behind Her 6-Pack
I honestly don't need to say this, but Jennifer Lopez has got it going on. Yes, genetics plays a role in her amazing figure, but she also works her ass off in the gym.
When I got the opportunity to work out with her trainer, David Kirsch, I couldn't pass it up. Yes, I'm a personal trainer, but I do enjoy being in the student position and having someone else guide me through a workout.
David took me through an intense full-body workout, and one part that stuck with me was the plank series he had me do. It challenged my strength and stability, and I cannot wait for you all you try it. Check out the 4-move workout ahead.
The Workout
Circuit One:
- Plank with lateral arm reach: 10 reps each arm
- Plank with triceps kickback: 10 reps each arm
Take a 60-second break in between exercises, then repeat for one more round.
Circuit Two:
- Elbow plank with knee drive: 15 reps each side
- Elbow plank with side step: 10 reps
Take a 60-second break in between exercises, then repeat for one more round.
Sour Patch Kids Marshmallows Are Available at Walmart, and People Say They Taste Like Peeps
Four words: Sour. Patch. Kids. Marshmallows. That's all I've been thinking about since I heard that Walmart started selling the sweet treat in stores. Following Sour Patch Kids cereal and ice cream, it was only a matter of time before the candy got another twist. According to eagle-eyed foodie Instagram user @junkbater, these new snacks are now available at the superstore, just in time for Spring.
"They taste like sour peeps...but better in my opinion," wrote user @iwantyoursnack. "You get the nice sour sugar on the outside and the sweet marshmellow [sic] on the inside."
All my favorite marshmallowy treats are about to get a mouth-puckering twist. Imagine Sour Patch Kids Rice Krispies treats or Sour Patch Kids s'mores! It's almost too much for my mind (and taste buds) to process.
These Gorgeous Bathroom Photos All Have 1 Thing in Common: Ikea
When it comes to decor inspiration, it's easy to overlook bulk retailers and seek other avenues for furnishing expertise. However, these bathroom pictures from our friends at Sweeten, a free service that matches renovators with contractors, are an affordable renovation game-changer. The gorgeous vanities, sleek faucets, and distinctive tiling will have you questioning the value of these posh-looking pieces. Without a doubt, if you're searching for bathroom design inspiration, then we have the pictures (and products) you need to make it all happen. Let's have a look!
6 Best Dog Breeds For Families With Small Kids
It's not unusual for families to adopt a dog around the same time as having their own children. But are some dog breeds better suited for families with small children? We were recently asked that, so we reached out to Dr. Eva Radke, DVM, of the East San Rafael Veterinary Clinic in California to see what we could come up with.
There are various things to consider, according to Radke, aside from a dog just being a family-friendly breed. She recommends taking your own daily life into account. "Are you an active family who spends a lot of time hiking, running, and camping?" she asks. "Or do you tend to stay home cooking and enjoying movies? You will want to choose a dog whose temperament, size, and energy level best matches your family."
At the end of the day, it's also important to remember that your dog is just that: a dog. "Even the gentlest-mannered dog is still an animal with her own set of instincts and ways to express herself," Radke said. She suggests you never leave your small children unattended with the dog, just in case, and always supervise them when they're together. Your pup may always tolerate the ear and tail tugs from your kid, but you don't want to run the risk of the dog snapping one day when you aren't paying attention.
Keep reading to find six dog breeds Radke said are best suited for families, based on each breed's typical personality traits.
Reese's "Thins" Exist Now - So This Means We Can Eat More of Them, Right?
The thinner the Reese's cup, the more we can eat, right? After blowing chocolate-lovers away with heart-shaped Reese's puffs cereal, a heart-shaped Reese's skillet, and even a Reese's bouquet for Valentine's Day, the candy company just won't quit. As of March 2019, Reese's THiNS - which are 40 percent thinner than the original Reese's cup - will be sliding their way onto shelves and straight into the mouths of anyone who wants to experience the classic Reese's taste in a slightly smaller package.
Available in both milk and dark chocolate, Reese's ThiNS will be individually wrapped and available in a small 3.1 oz bag ($2.49) or a 7.37 oz sharing bag ($4.09), but if I'm honest, I'll probably just keep them to myself. At 170 calories per serving, they might just be the perfect treat to hide in your car or keep in your office for an afternoon pick-me-up! (Or two.)
Move Over, Main Course! These Easter Sides Are Fresh Out of the Kitchen and Comin' in Hot
Easter is a time for new beginnings and family gatherings around the dinner table. If you're looking to refresh your Easter meal with something new this year, we have a plethora of delicious options that will put even the most tempting chocolate bunnies to shame. Bring on the oohs and aahs with these show-stopping side dishes that just might have your loved ones forgetting all about the honey-baked ham. Check out these irresistible Easter recipes ahead!
Not Sure How to Clean an Area Rug? Keep 'em Looking Brand New With These 4 Steps
Area rugs can add a lot of style and function to almost any room. Put one in your kitchen to keep your feet comfortable while you're cooking or doing the dishes, make one the focal point of your living room while amping up the coziness, or put one next to your bed so you feel the plush, soft comfort when you swing your feet onto the floor every morning. And of course, they can help you distract from that ugly flooring in your rental. But while area rugs are useful and beautiful, they're not immune to mess and can attract all manner of grime, crumbs, spills, stains, and dust. But the good news is that, because they're so portable, they're pretty easy to clean with the right know-how. Here's what you need to do.
1. Vacuum Both Sides
With carpet, you can only vacuum one side, potentially pushing dust and crumbs further into the fibers rather than sucking them up. An area rug, on the other hand, can be vacuumed more thoroughly on both sides. Vacuum the fiber side first, then flip it over and vacuum the back. If it's still dusty and you have some outdoor space, you can hang it over a railing and gently knock the remaining dust out with a broom handle.
2. Wash the Rug With Carpet Shampoo
To give your rug a good, deep clean, wash it with a carpet shampoo. First, test out the shampoo on a discreet area of the rug to check that it's safe for the color and fibers of your rug. You should let the shampoo sit for a couple of hours to be sure. When you know the shampoo is safe, dampen your rug with clean water. Then, with a sturdy brush, work the shampoo into the carpet, paying special attention to stained areas. *Note: This method is best for low-pile rugs, and DIY washing your shag rug this way isn't a good idea. Leave shag rugs or other expensive rugs to a professional to prevent damage!
3. Rinse the Rug
Once you've worked out all of the stains and dirt from your rug with the brush and shampoo, read the shampoo instructions and, if they say so, leave the shampoo to sit for a while. After this period of time, rinse your rug thoroughly. Carpet shampoo, much like hair shampoo, can leave a residue that will leave your rugs sticky, dull, and looking dirty.
4. Let the Rug Dry
Rugs can take a long time to dry depending on their thickness and material that they're made of, so we wouldn't recommend washing your rugs right before having dozens of people over for a dinner party. To dry your rug, first wring out as much excess water as you can. Then, hang it to dry in an area where it will be protected and undisturbed, like a garage or laundry room. It may take a day or longer to dry, but it's important to be patient and let it dry completely before putting it back in place. Finally, vacuum your rug one more time to bring the tufts and fibers back to life.
Love Pixar's Bao? This Video Re-Creates the Director's Mom's Actual Dumpling Recipe
Oscar-nominated short Bao is proof that Pixar has a formula for hitting us right in the feels. Stuffed to the brim of the bamboo steamer with adorable moments, the 2018 Pixar short film has quickly become a favorite for parents and kids alike. And now, thanks to YouTube chef and cookbook author Andrew Rea (aka Binging with Babish), the secret to making your own bao dumplings has been revealed. In celebration of the movie's 2019 Oscar nomination, Rea made a video using Bao director Domee Shi's mother's actual recipe for the Chinese dumpling dish, and our chopsticks are ready.
While Bao stands out as the first Pixar short to have a female director, Shi's mother's recipe for bao is special in its own way because it combines a mouthwatering mixture of ground pork, Chinese cabbage, carrots, and scallions, all wrapped up in a chewy (and supercute!) dumpling wrapper. The best part is that they steam in only 15 minutes before they're hot and ready to eat. So grab some chopsticks, because these little dumplings are definitely the perfect comfort food to soak up some of those inevitable Pixar tears.
These Pioneer Woman Mugs Are the Perfect Addition to Your Farmhouse-Inspired Kitchen
A post shared by The Pioneer Woman Mercantile (@pwmercantile) on Feb 19, 2019 at 6:56am PST
It's no secret that Ree Drummond is a domestic goddess. The blogger, food writer, and television personality has been charming us for years as The Pioneer Woman, giving us major life goals with her drool-worthy recipes and enthusiasm for the simple ranch life. By now, The Pioneer Woman has become a well-established brand through her shop, the Mercantile, which sells a range of cute, country-inspired home goods, kitchen wares, and more. But if you just can't get enough of her Southern charm, these new The Pioneer Woman mugs ($10) will certainly catch your eye!
These gorgeous mugs come in a classic diner shape, with a slight hourglass silhouette that makes them stand out from other coffee mugs. In typical Ree style, the bottom half of the mug is covered in a beautiful floral pattern in vintage-inspired hues that are giving us serious '70s vibes. The golden yellow font and matching line around the top are the finishing touches that add a modern detail to the pretty design.
We can imagine that coffee, tea, or any other kind of hot beverage is sure to taste even better in this stunning mug (while whipping up one of her delicious recipes, of course). The only issue you may have is deciding to buy one just for yourself or a whole set to share when family and friends are over.
Hostess Is Celebrating 100 Freaking Years With - What Else? - a Birthday Cupcake
Hostess is celebrating its 100th birthday in a pretty special way: the indulgent snack brand recently introduced a Birthday CupCake as part of its annual CupCake Craze program. The new flavor is made to taste like - you guessed it - a birthday cake, and it features golden cake with rainbow sprinkles baked inside it and vanilla creme filling. The cupcake is then topped off with even more rainbow sprinkles, because obviously one can never have enough, and Hostess's signature squiggle.
In addition to the centennial snack, Hostess has also added two limited-edition flavors to its lineup: Strawberry CupCakes and Mint Chocolate CupCakes. Each flavor is available for purchase at grocery stores nationwide in multipack format as well as single-serve. Look ahead to get a more detailed look at the Birthday CupCake, and check out some that have already been spotted in stores!
Target Just Released a Boho Luggage Collection, and Summer, We're Comin' For You!
Don't have your Summer vacation(s) booked yet? Then boy oh boy, do we have something that'll motivate you to kiss procrastination goodbye and start planning ASAP. An affordable travel and luggage collection just exclusively landed at Target, and every single item will make you feel like you already have your toes buried in the sand in your dream tropical destination.
The collection hails from Justina Blakeney, a designer, author, and the creative mind behind Jungalow, a dreamy blog dedicated to bohemian home decor inspiration. Filled with fun prints and splashes of color, the line features suitcases, bags, and travel accessories like luggage tags and a cozy neck pillow. We personally have our eyes on the creamsicle-orange carry-on! In true Target fashion, the Jungalow collection is easy on the wallet, with prices ranging from just $8 to $130. Keep reading to shop every piece, but hurry - a few items are already starting to sell out online!
6 Insider Secrets For Living Life to the Fullest on Your Spring Getaway
OK travelers, real talk. Have you ever gotten home from a big trip only to think about all the little things you would've done differently? Or maybe it took a few days to shut off your brain and fully get into relaxation mode? Either way, sometimes it takes a little doing to find your vacation groove. (Been there!)
We call it Spring break because that's exactly what it's supposed to be - a break. It's a chance to escape any stresses of daily life and treat yourself to some much needed (and deserved) R & R. In fact, a recent study shows that taking a vacation helps to eliminate stress and can even prolong your life. So when you embark on this season's big getaway, remember the goal is to squeeze every ounce of enjoyment from your seaside escape, West Coast road trip, excursion to a new country, or whatever your plans might hold. It's for the sake of science, after all. To help you fully unwind, we linked up with travel experts to share their foolproof secrets for making the most out of the big Spring getaway.
This Man Autotuned His Cat Howling For Food in the Mornings
Joaquin Baldwin - an animation artist at Disney and an especially smart pet owner - recently almost broke the internet after he shared a video of his autotuned cat Elton howling for food in the mornings. Although cat-owners everywhere definitely sympathize with getting stepped on and cried at by their four-legged friends at all hours of the morning, Joaquin is one of the few people to really capitalize on the noise.
He captioned the hilarious video: "Autotuned the cat because he won't shut up in the mornings. I don't know how this helps but I did it anyway." And, welp, the idea is genius.
After Joaquin shared the video on Twitter on Feb. 17, Elton's sweet voice went viral. So far, the adorable video has racked up a whopping 216,000 likes and more than 85,000 retweets.
Here's a List of Everything You Need to Do After You Change Your Name Post-Wedding
One thing that can put a damper on your post-wedding buzz is all the confusion that comes with changing your maiden name to your new married name. Sure, the actual process of changing your name is pretty simple, but then you're faced with having to change your personal information basically everywhere (*cue the freak out*).
Figuring out where to start and trying to remember everything you need to do when you get a new last name can be daunting, so we've made a handy to-do list for you. The easiest thing to do is to start with your legal obligations first - the stuff that must have your correct, up-to-date name on it - before tackling the more fun stuff, like social media. Work your way down the following list so that you can officially start living that Mrs. life!
- Update your social security information. You'll keep the same number but your name will be changed on your new card.
- Change your driver's license. To do this, you'll need your current license, your marriage certificate, and your new updated social security card.
- Get a new passport.
- Change your name on any bank accounts that you have.
- Get new credit or debit cards.
- If you use checks, order new ones.
- Make sure your work place has a note of your name change for wage and tax purposes.
- Update your information on the electoral register.
- If you have a pension or mortgage, both of these will need to be updated with your current name.
- Any bills or direct debits that you pay will need a note of the change.
- Do you pay for breakdown coverage on your car? If so, give them a call and update your details.
- Notify all of your doctors' offices.
- Update any membership details, like gyms or magazine subscriptions.
- If you want to, update your personal and work email addresses.
- And lastly, change all the social media sites you use to display your new last name.
Holy Sh*t, There's a Chicken & Waffles Pizza Coming to Papa John's
Have you ever been in the midst of devouring a plate of chicken and waffles when you suddenly thought to yourself, "Damn, this would taste amazing on a pizza"? Neither have we, but now that we know that it's set to become an official Papa John's pizza topping, we're not NOT excited about it. Papa John's announced on Feb. 19 that a brand-new Hot Honey Chicken & Waffles Pizza is making its way to the pizza chain's menu later this year.
Power to the pizza people. We're giving YOU the chance to pick our next Specialty Pizza! Check out the final choices below and follow your heart - you can't go wrong!
- Papa John's Pizza (@PapaJohns) February 4, 2019
The pizza - which comes topped with crispy chicken, waffle crumbles, bacon, cheese, and a drizzle of honey - was the recent winner of Papa John's "Pick Our Next Pizza" poll. The poll was launched via Twitter in early February when the restaurant announced that it was giving its 600,000 followers the opportunity to vote for its next Specialty Pizza. According to the tweet, the users could choose from four different pizzas: Huevos Rancheros, topped with chorizo, eggs, onions, tomatoes, cheese, and Ranchero sauce; The Roast, made with pulled pork, bacon, and chili hoisin BBQ sauce; The Un-Pizza, an assemblage of pizza toppings without any dough; and Hot Honey Chicken & Waffles.
After 52,000 people cast their votes, Hot Honey Chicken & Waffles ended up being the overall winner, taking 70 percent of the final vote, according to a rep for the brand. The new pizza will be available in North America "later this year," and like other Papa John's Specialty Pizzas, its availability and pricing will vary by location.
These Photos of Little Kids With Their Giant Dogs Are Actually Everything We Dream Of
Andy Seliverstoff, a photographer based in St. Petersburg, Russia, is 100 percent confident that dogs are truly man's best friend. While Andy has loved big dogs ever since a long-haired St. Bernard came into his life 25 years ago, he didn't start incorporating them into his work until he was asked to shoot a few photos for some friends years back.
"A couple Summers ago, some good friends asked me to shoot their toddler on a walk," Andy told POPSUGAR. "We agreed to meet at a neighborhood park, and they arrived at the shoot with not just their daughter, but with their dog as well - a fawn Great Dane. So we decided not just to photograph 2-year-old Alice, but her dog, too."
As soon as Andy shared the pictures on social media, they instantly took off for obvious and adorable reasons.
"Giant dogs are devoted, as well as gentle and careful with their little owners and smaller-size dogs."
"I posted these first photo shoots on Facebook and soon found out how popular and touching they were. Nobody, it seems, could remain indifferent to the juxtaposition of those large dogs and little kids," he said. "Since my circle of friends and my hobby as a dog show photographer give me access to a large number of dog owners, I decided to continue working on this subject. That is how Little Kids and Their Big Dogs ($36) was born."
Although Andy's series is essentially every dog-owner's version of heaven, he admits there there is still a stigma out there when it comes to big pups.
"I was always surprised when people asked me things like: 'Aren't you afraid?' and 'How do you cope with it?' This prejudice against large dogs that I encountered gave rise to my idea of showing that the size of a dog doesn't matter at all," said Andy. "Giant dogs are devoted, as well as gentle and careful with their little owners and smaller-size dogs."
Andy hopes to squash any misconceptions about big dogs' demeanors through his work. "It's no secret that some owners who become new parents are concerned about the dog's relative size," he said. "And that's very sad. Large dogs are gentle nurses for the kids who grow up with them. And most surprising is the close, emotional interrelation between the child and his or her great friend. It demanded to be shown."
Scroll through to get a look at some of Andy's stunning photography and try not to adopt a shelter full of pups in the process.
Chip and Joanna Are Opening a Coffee Shop, and We Already Know It'll Be Freakishly Perfect
Chip and Joanna Gaines continue to give their fans what they want: decor inspiration, their signature aesthetic, and, in this case, caffeine. A spokesman for the couple's Magnolia lifestyle brand recently confirmed they would be opening a coffee shop in Waco, TX, by the end of the year. John Marsicano told People, "An official name for the coffee shop has not yet been announced, but we're excited to share more details in the coming weeks!"
The coffee shop will join the many other businesses the former Fixer Upper hosts have opened in the town. In addition to the Magnolia Market home store, Chip and Joanna have also opened the Silos Baking Co., known for its rich cupcakes, as well as the Magnolia Table sit-down restaurant, which offers a hearty menu and breakfast all day.
According to the Waco-Tribune Herald, the forthcoming coffee shop will feature indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a convenient to-go window. (There will, of course, be pastries, in addition to coffee and tea.) For anyone already making arrangements, it will be located at 418 S. Eighth St. - around the corner from the famously repurposed silos, where Magnolia Market is located. In the meantime, check out very pleasing pictures of Chip and Joanna's existing food ventures ahead.
12 Stylish Home Decor Pieces You Won't Believe We Found at Walmart - All Under $50
If you're looking to spruce up your space without breaking the bank, one place you should consider shopping is Walmart. Even though it may not be the first retailer that comes to mind for stylish decor, you'll be pleasantly surprised by its abundance of cute and affordable housewares. To make browsing easier, we shopped its site and uncovered the 12 most stylish pieces you can buy for less than $50. From lamps to rugs, take a look at our favorites ahead.
Get Your Home Ready For Summer With These 14 Pretty Pieces of Patio Furniture
When the weather's nice, we'll do anything to be outside as often as possible. That means if your home has outdoor space, you want to make it as inviting as possible with some cool patio furniture. Well, Walmart's latest home decor line, MoDRN, is here to transform what you think of when you think outdoor furniture. The collection is sleek, useful, and envy-inducing. Get ready to swoon.
Use the KonMari Method on Your Email Inbox With These 4 Easy and Joyful Steps
Has the little red bubble in the corner of your phone's mail app reached an embarrassingly high number? (Mine's 2,864 and counting.) If it's more than just the new batch of emails you woke up to this morning, it's time you KonMari your inbox.
When you finally tackle the pile of papers on your desk with "the life-changing magic of tidying up," it's time to get your electric affairs - word documents, Google Drive, photo albums, that "miscellaneous" folder on your desktop - in order, too. The emails that have been racking up in your inbox since you started your job, the ones you said you'd read later but never do, and the ones that come from a subscription list you only signed up for to save on your first (and only) order are a good place to start.
The KonMari method has two parts: first, discarding; then, deciding where to store things. And with these tips to tidy up your mailbox, it's as easy as it sounds. Keep reading to see them all now, and prepare to have your virtual life clean and organized!
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Like Magic This 2-in-1 Reversible Puffer Gives You Double the Outfits
"Noooo way!" we both shrieked as we compared the outfits we were planning for New York Fashion Week. It happened: Nikita and I chose the exact same puffer for our wardrobes, and I wouldn't even say we have very similar taste. Nikita's more street style cool, whereas my look has always been sort of playful. If you named iconic accessories, like the Off-White Industrial belt, for example, it'd be easy to decide "that's so Nikita." Meanwhile, seashell jewelry is more up my alley.
But somehow this R13 down hoodie appealed to us both. Firstly, we're both attracted to bright colors, and when we read the product description and discovered the design is reversible, it was a done deal. The piece pretty much got us through the entire week. I wore it two times, styling it once on the blue side and once on the green, and Nikita will convince you of its versatility having rocked it with the chicest Tamara Mellon knee-high boots. When you're wearing this jacket, your look doesn't have to fall into the tough, sporty camp. You've got options. You can coordinate it with a midi dress and sock booties at night or denim during the day.
Nikita and I both got plenty of compliments on our electric outerwear, and we legitimately stopped cars in SoHo when we posed in it, fully distracting drivers and passersby from traffic lights and street signs. Scroll to read up on our styling tips for working a coat like this one, then shop our exact one or some similar reversible puffers we absolutely love.
- Additional reporting by Nikita Ramsinghani
Meghan Markle's Baby Shower Look Is Very Charlotte York, Don't You Think?
Meghan Markle touched down in New York to celebrate her baby shower with family and friends at The Mark Hotel. Meghan stepped out ahead of the bash sporting a look we could immediately picture on Charlotte York. The duchess opted for dark Le Specs sunglasses ($70), a buttoned 1965 Courrèges Haute Couture cloak from William Vintage, Hatch skinny jeans, delicate gold jewelry (including her Solange Azagury Partridge Love Ring, Bar Jewelry bracelet, and Pippa Small earrings), and suede Stuart Weitzman heels ($398) that matched her taupe tote bag by Carolina Herrera. Whether or not she'll change into a pantsuit or dress once guests arrive, we've not a clue. But even if she stayed in this classic combination, she clearly still remembers how to make a splash in the Big Apple. No move to London can change that! Scroll for another peek, then shop Meghan's city essentials.
103 Stylish Furniture Pieces Selling Like Crazy on Amazon, and They're All Under $200
If you're on the hunt for new furniture but not sure where to start, we have the answer: Amazon. The retailer carries a wide range of affordable brands, including its own in-house lines. To make sure you get the best of the best, we shopped for you and uncovered some of its most popular pieces. The best part: everything is under $200, so you can give your home a mini makeover without breaking the bank. Keep scrolling to shop our favorites.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano and Macy Cate Williams
If You Don't Get Your Kids These "Baby Shark" Fingerlings, Do You Really Have a Toddler?
If Pinkfong's "Baby Shark" song is on a seemingly constant loop in your household, then you're in luck, because there's a whole bunch of themed merch about to hit stores in 2019. And while we can't get enough of the "Baby Shark" plushes or brand-new line of Play-Doh accessories, there's one toy that will reign supreme this year: "Baby Shark" Fingerlings ($15).
Hitting shelves in October, these sweet little guys are similar to their predecessors in the sense that they wrap around your finger, move on their own, and make noises. But the part your little one will truly love? The singing, of course. Yep, you read that correctly. Your kids age 2 and up will have yet another source of "Baby Shark" craziness, so maybe it's time Mom and Dad invest in some noise-canceling headphones, huh?
This Family Shared a Sweet Photo of Their 1-Year-Old to Help Find His Heart Donor
After beating the odds at just 3 months old thanks to a heart transplant, Titus Sickles, now 1 year old, honored his donor with a full-on photo shoot for his first birthday. When he was born on Jan. 8, Titus had half a heart and was also diagnosed with cardiomyopathy - when you heart doesn't pump blood efficiently - so within a matter of days he was put on the transplant list. Following a terrifying year of health problems for Titus, his mom, Rena Sickles, organized the shoot. She enlisted the help of Sarah Masten from Little Hearts Photos, who got to work planning the perfect day.
"It was a miracle he even made it to his first birthday," Rena told POPSUGAR. "Without his heart transplant he would have been lucky to make it through the next week. We felt like his birthday was a huge milestone and what better way to celebrate than to capture the excitement."
And Rena had a very particular concept in mind for the shoot. Because of privacy laws, organ donors' identities are kept secret, which meant Rena needed to get creative.
"I asked his photographer if she was up for a challenge to make one of the photos like those pictures people take with a sign looking for their biological parents after being adopted," she said. "To me, the donor's family is our family, so it was the same concept to me. After all, Titus is only alive today because of their selfless choice to donate life."
There She Is! Meghan Markle Is Glowing as She Celebrates Her Baby Shower in NYC
Meghan Markle is awaiting the arrival of her first child with Prince Harry, but first, she is celebrating with her nearest and dearest. After making a secret solo trip to NYC over the weekend, the Duchess of Sussex was spotted leaving The Mark Hotel - which is the reported venue of her baby shower - on Tuesday. Clad in an all-black ensemble, Meghan looked positively radiant as she cradled her baby bump while making her way to a nearby restaurant for lunch with her former Suits costar Abigail Spencer, who was spotted carrying a blue gift bag. Hmm . . .
Meghan is expected to give birth in late April. While the royal couple are keeping the baby's sex a surprise, the little bundle of joy will be making royal history as the first British-American baby born into the royal family. So exciting!
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