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 12 avril 2020
What Happens If Your Family Gets COVID-19? Experts Shares Their Experiences
For many young families, we're spending so much time doing our best to avoid the spread of the novel coronavirus that we haven't fully prepared ourselves for what we should do if we - or another member of our household - contracts COVID-19.
Sasha Romary, a postpartum doula and sleep consultant for the online resource Cleo, and her husband were both infected and had to simultaneously care for their two children, including their 4-year-old son who also showed mild symptoms in line with the virus.
"It started with a head cold and then onto the fever, chills, headache, and shortness of breath," said Sasha, who noted that she and her husband had some "mild stomach issues" the week before that may have been connected. "The shortness of breath was a real struggle. It felt like I was in extremely high altitude with a dull pain when I tried to breathe in fully."
Related: Can Kids Have Play Dates or Hit Up the Playground? Here's Why Doctors Are Giving a Hard No
What You Should Do If You Start to Feel Sick
One of the most shocking aspects of their COVID experience was, Sasha told POPSUGAR, "how difficult it was to reach someone." She said that no one ever called them back to get tested: "We were brushed off as not a priority."
"I was also shocked at how difficult it was to reach someone and how we were brushed off as not a priority."
A low-priority status might be what otherwise healthy parents in their 30s and 40s should expect as hospitals are overwhelmed with more and more intensive cases. Rebekah Wheeler, a registered nurse and certified midwife who is a lead adviser for Cleo, explained that screening tests are, as of now, limited to cases where someone requires hospitalization or where their doctor has ordered a test because of known exposure or other health conditions that make them higher risk for severe symptoms.
Still, she recommended that as soon as families show any symptoms, they "figure out how your pediatric provider and your own primary care provider are handling virtual visits." In fact, even before anyone is sick, she advised working parents check their own company's telemedicine options while they have the time and energy to do so.
Then, Rebekah said, stay put.
"Don't go into the clinic or hospital," she warned. "You'll just risk infecting others, acquiring the infection yourselves if you or your kid didn't have it already, and there's no treatment for mild cases beyond what you can already give at home."
How You Should Care For Kids Showing COVID-19 Symptoms
Parents may never know for certain if their child contracted COVID-19 or just a run-of-the-mill virus. Because most kids have very mild illnesses, they will never get screened.
Still, Rebekah noted that parents should take note if their child's symptoms present as a fever or dry cough - without much mucous or phlegm.
"Tylenol and fever reducers are key," Rebekah said. "Stick to over-the-counter medications approved by your pediatric provider. Keeping kids hydrated, fed, and rested are also important."
Related: How Parents Can Tell the Difference Between Cold and Coronavirus Symptoms
How You Should Care For Kids If You Are Showing COVID-19 Symptoms
It's not likely, but if you are sick and your partner or another adult within your home is not symptomatic, it is recommended that you quarantine yourself.
"Separate the sick folks in the household from those who aren't sick," Rebekah said. "If possible, that's a separate room, including a separate bathroom." If there's only one shared bathroom, cleaning surfaces with disinfectant is essential.
If this setup means a parent is isolated from their kids, she suggested doorway visits, maintaining six feet of space, and other "distance games" so they can still feel connected. "Let them see the sick parent and that they're OK," she said. "Let them do virtual visits, too. Watch movies 'together' by syncing up two screens. Play music and sing together."
How You Should Care For Kids If Both Parents Are Showing COVID-19 Symptoms
Unfortunately for Sasha, because both she and her husband were simultaneously sick, they couldn't isolate themselves even if they wanted to.
"Isolating within your home is so challenging, especially with kids," she said. "They cuddle, share germs, put everything in their mouths. Given that we probably were exposed much earlier than when we actually showed symptoms and were unaware, I think it would have been pretty impossible in our case. We have a small apartment, and there would not be a way to isolate one person from the rest of the family."
"Some shifts [with our kids] were only 10 to 15 minutes before we needed to tap out."
So, the parents took shifts caring for their kids. "Some shifts were only 10 to 15 minutes before we needed to tap out," Sasha said. After awhile, they were able to extend it to an hour or two.
Rebekah concurred that's the best many families in similar situations can do, and that if all adults in a household are sick, it's highly unlikely that the kids haven't been exposed. Still, it's impossible to predict how families will respond to COVID-19.
"The severity of symptoms varies tremendously, even within a family, often leaving one parent flat out on their back and the other pretty well functioning," she said, adding that parents should "use whatever energy and resources you have to get through it" while still doing their best to "wash hands before touching their kids, wipe down surfaces, and all lay low together."
Of course, she made clear that anyone with preexisting conditions should be carefully considered: "If you have a child with particular risks for severe disease, you may want to do everything possible to not expose them to actively sick parents."
For Sasha, the symptoms came and were completely gone within 10 days. Her 4-year-old felt completely better after just three days, and she was "at 80 percent" within a week.
How Families Affected By COVID-19 Can Receive Support
For working parents who qualify for benefits under the Family and Medical Leave Act (the program that typically supports parents following the birth or adoption of a child with 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected parental leave), they may be eligible for some support in the event that they or a dependent contracts COVID-19.
For many, that means they are eligible for up to six weeks of paid leave to care for themselves or others. "You will need a medical provider to sign off on this paperwork," Rebekah noted. "Make sure you tell them when symptoms start and when they resolve so they have a record. Find out now how your HR wants you to request and file this information as companies are just coming up with policies, and you have way more energy to deal with it now than you will if and when you're sick."
POPSUGAR aims to give you the most accurate and up-to-date information about the coronavirus, but details and recommendations about this pandemic may have changed since publication. For the latest information on COVID-19, please check out resources from the WHO, CDC, and local public health departments.
Jimmy Fallon's Daughter Loses Her Tooth While He Interviews Ciara Because WFH Life Is Fun
If you are still wondering how parents are working without their kids getting quite literally up in their business all day, let Jimmy Fallon and Ciara simultaneously remind you that they're not.
On the latest episode of The Tonight Show: At Home Edition, Jimmy was interviewing Ciara and Russell Wilson about how they donated a million meals to Feeding America when his 6-year-old daughter Winnie burst through the (ahem) closed door.
"Daddy! Daddy!" Winnie can be heard shouting offscreen as Jimmy puts on his best "I'm doing something important – do not come in here" face.
But then, she explains: "Daddy, I lost my tooth!"
And just like we've all had to do during these times, Jimmy switched gears instantly: "Wait, hold on. Come here right now. Sorry. "What?! What do you mean? Show me!"
He scoops her up and implores Winnie to tell Ciara and Russell "the big news." She explained that her mom, Nancy Juvonen, "put a string around my tooth and tried to pull it out, and it worked," which prompted Ciara to share a story about how her son's first tooth popped out. Jimmy then shared the Ziploc baggie with Winnie's sixth tooth in it, and everyone started talking coyly about the Tooth Fairy until his youngest daughter, Franny, burst in. Eventually, they were able to return to the business at hand, but, as Jimmy said, "You guys clearly know what it's like."
Oh, we do, Jimmy. We really do.
Brace Yourself: These 40 Pics of Little Fires Everywhere's Luke Bracey Are Dangerously Hot
If you think the Hemsworth brothers are the hottest thing from Australia, then you clearly haven't laid your eyes on Luke Bracey. The 30-year-old Australian actor is seriously steamy, and though he only appeared in one episode of Hulu's Little Fires Everywhere, he left quite an impression. In the series, he plays Elena's hot journalist ex-boyfriend, Jamie, who rocks wireframe glasses better than just about anyone. You also might recognize him as Cobra Commander from G.I. Joe: Retaliation, David Mason from The November Man, or Dawson Cole from The Best of Me. If his name still isn't ringing a bell, check out the gallery ahead for 40 sexy reasons why you should get to know him.
The 15 Greatest Supernatural Monster-of-the-Week Episodes
Despite the finale being delayed, Supernatural is likely still signing off in 2020. Before we say goodbye to Sam and Dean for good, it's time to look back on a few of the episodes that make the series endlessly rewatchable. As much as I enjoy the show's overarching mythology, Supernatural's monster-of-the-week episodes are the ones that I revisit over and over again. The episodes that focus on the Winchester brothers hitting the road to solve a mystery tend to be the most comforting episodes - even when they make me sleep with the lights on. The inventiveness of season 11's "Baby," season three's surprisingly emotional "Mystery Spot," and the real scares in season one's "Bloody Mary" are just a few examples of just how much fun it is to leave the battles between heaven and hell behind and focus on what the Winchesters do best: save people and hunt things.
With 15 seasons worth of episodes to choose from, a list of the best Supernatural monster-of-the-week episodes could be practically endless, so I've made some hard cuts (I still love you, "Ghostfacers"). But at the end of the day, these 15 Supernatural episodes showcase why this show has endured for 15 years, and earned a legion of devoted fans in the process.
Try Coach Monica Aldama's Total-Body Workout to Be as Strong as a Navarro Cheerleader
Navarro Cheer's season may have been cut short, but as fans of Netflix's Cheer know, Coach Monica Aldama isn't one to let circumstances keep her down. The at-home workout she shared on Instagram is a quick, effective way to work up a sweat and lift your mood whenever you need it, the inspiring coach says at the start of the video.
"One thing that's so important during times of uncertainty like this is your mental health," she explains, adding that exercise releases endorphins that can help you feel good. Aldama demos the moves herself (with cameos from her dogs) and we can tell that this fast workout will leave us dripping sweat. Check out the routine below and keep reading for an in-depth explainer on each exercise.
Monica Aldama's At-Home Workout
Directions: Start with a dynamic warmup, then begin the following workout. For each move, do as many reps as you can for 30 seconds, then move on to the next move. (Hold the plank for 30 seconds). Repeat the circuit for five rounds, taking a 10-second rest between each round. Cool down with a walk and stretch session.
Equipment needed: A mat or comfortable floor and an optional weight (medicine ball, dumbbell, or weight substitute) for squats.
- Plank: 30 seconds
- Air squat: 30 seconds
- Mountain climbers: 30 seconds
- Toe tap: 30 seconds
- Plank with shoulder tap: 30 seconds
Can We Just Discuss Carey Mulligan and Marcus Mumford's Remarkable Love Story?
Carey Mulligan and Marcus Mumford have been married since 2012, but their love story started many years ago. It actually started back when they were kids, which is so sweet we can hardly stand it. Marcus, of the band Mumford and Sons, and Carey apparently went to the same church camp when they were young and stayed in touch as pen pals for awhile before losing touch. Yep, these two used to write old-fashioned notes to each other.
They moved on, though, and dated other people before meeting again in 2011. Carey showed up with Jake Gyllenhaal in tow at a Mumford and Sons party in the states and Marcus and Carey were spotted together soon after that looking pretty loved up. It was a whirlwind romance from then on - the two were married the following year and now have two kids, Evelyn and Wilfred.
What's even sweeter, though, is that Carey told The Telegraph even after they got married that she values love notes, and that the two would sometimes still write them to each other.
And despite how busy each of their careers are, this pair always supports each other. Aside from sending each other love notes, Carey pops up at Mumford and Sons shows when she can, and Marcus is Carey's biggest cheerleader for all of her roles. Carey even helped Marcus in his recent Instagram debut by directing his videos for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon's concerts from home. Marcus shared his outtakes on Instagram and said his kids are screaming, his dog is barking, and his wife is directing the video, and jokingly asked what could go wrong.
That's a whole mood, and we love it.
The couple tends to be pretty low-key, but we're hoping that now that Marcus has joined Instagram we might get some adorable photos of his home life - including pictures with Carey (and the kids and dog, of course). But if nothing else, we're just happy knowing that these two long-lost pen pals found love in the end.
This 5-Day No-Equipment Workout Is the Perfect Stress Buster
If there was ever a time to start releasing endorphins to boost your mood, it's now. But if you're feeling lost because you can't get to the gym or barre studio, you can still get a good sweat right at home with no equipment at all.
Follow this five-day plan from Mauro S. Maietta, a certified personal trainer and district fitness manager at Crunch Fitness. You'll do the same quick warmup and cooldown each day followed by a mix of strength-training moves and cardio to build muscle and burn calories. We start this plan on Monday, but you can begin at any time, just make sure to give yourself two full rest days. Build on the plan each week by increasing the reps of each exercise and shortening the rest time between circuits.
Try Coach Monica Aldama's Total-Body Workout to Be as Strong as a Navarro Cheerleader
Navarro Cheer's season may have been cut short, but as fans of Netflix's Cheer know, Coach Monica Aldama isn't one to let circumstances keep her down. The at-home workout she shared on Instagram is a quick, effective way to work up a sweat and lift your mood whenever you need it, the inspiring coach says at the start of the video.
"One thing that's so important during times of uncertainty like this is your mental health," she explains, adding that exercise releases endorphins that can help you feel good. Aldama demos the moves herself (with cameos from her dogs) and we can tell that this fast workout will leave us dripping sweat. Check out the routine below and keep reading for an in-depth explainer on each exercise.
Monica Aldama's At-Home Workout
Directions: Start with a dynamic warmup, then begin the following workout. For each move, do as many reps as you can for 30 seconds, then move on to the next move. (Hold the plank for 30 seconds). Repeat the circuit for five rounds, taking a 10-second rest between each round. Cool down with a walk and stretch session.
Equipment needed: A mat or comfortable floor and an optional weight (medicine ball, dumbbell, or weight substitute) for squats.
- Plank: 30 seconds
- Air squat: 30 seconds
- Mountain climbers: 30 seconds
- Toe tap: 30 seconds
- Plank with shoulder tap: 30 seconds
This 5-Day No-Equipment Workout Is the Perfect Stress Buster
If there was ever a time to start releasing endorphins to boost your mood, it's now. But if you're feeling lost because you can't get to the gym or barre studio, you can still get a good sweat right at home with no equipment at all.
Follow this five-day plan from Mauro S. Maietta, a certified personal trainer and district fitness manager at Crunch Fitness. You'll do the same quick warmup and cooldown each day followed by a mix of strength-training moves and cardio to build muscle and burn calories. We start this plan on Monday, but you can begin at any time, just make sure to give yourself two full rest days. Build on the plan each week by increasing the reps of each exercise and shortening the rest time between circuits.
Aim Your Arrow at One of These 36 Sagittarius Baby Names
Babies who arrive between Nov. 22 and Dec. 21 are Sagittarians. This sign, which follows Scorpio in the Zodiac, is represented by the archer - a centaur holding a bow and arrow - and ruled by the largest planet, Jupiter. So it's no surprise that Sagittarians are boundless with their generosity, energy, and curiosity. Freedom is vital for these philosophical souls born under the ninth sign of the zodiac, so they love travel and adventure. These enthusiastic fire signs like to be in touch with the world. If you're expecting a little Sagittarius, take inspiration from these associations with the following baby name suggestions.
Names For Sagittarius Girls
- Artemis - the Greek Goddess of the hunt and archery
- Ascella - a star in the Sagittarius constellation
- Barbara - this Latin name means "traveler from a foreign land"
- Beatrice/Beatrix - this Latin name means "voyager"
- Beryl - one of the gemstones associated with Sagittarius
- Caroline - this English name means "free person"
- Gypsy - this Old English name means "traveler/wanderer"
- LaWanda - this American name means "little wanderer"
- Merida - the Disney Princess in Brave, who was an archer
- Peregrina - this Latin name means "wanderer"
- Philippa/Pippa - this Greek name (from Philip) means "lover of horses"
- Rosalind - this Old German name means "tender horse"
- Rosamund/Roz - this Old German name means "horse protection"
- Topaz - one of the gemstones associated with Sagittarius
- Traviata - this Italian name means "astray/wanderer"
- Wanda - this German name means "wanderer"
- Wendelin - this Teutonic name means "wanderer"
- Yvonne/Yvette - this French name means "archer"
Names For Sagittarius Boys
- Apollo - the Greek God of archery
- Archer - this Old English name means "bowman, archer"
- Archibald - this Teutonic name means "bold archer"
- Bevan - this Welsh name means "archer"
- Bowman – this English surname means "archer"
- Chiron – a centaur in Greek mythology
- Christopher - the patron saint of travelers
- Doran - this Irish Gaelic name means "wanderer"
- Errol - this Scottish name means "wandering"
- Fletcher - this Old French name means "arrow maker"
- Ibsen - this Teutonic name means "son of the archer"
- Ivar/Ivor - this Scandinavian/Old Norse name means "archer"
- Jupiter – the ruling planet of Sagittarius
- Pholos - a centaur in Greek mythology
- Robin - from the English folklore figure of Robin Hood, who was an archer
- Stig - this Old Norse name means "wanderer"
- Toxotes - the Greek name used to describe the mythic Sagittarius centaur
- Yve/Yves - this French name means "the little archer"
Currently Waiting For Pete Davidson's Drake-Inspired Song to Hit No. 1 on the Charts
Pete Davidson is using Drake's musical formula to create a Saturday Night Live banger. During SNL's all-remote episode on April 11, Davison premiered a hilarious parody of Drake's music in a clip simply titled "Drake Music Video." Channeling the Canadian rapper, Davidson rocks a puffer coat with a beanie while dancing around his home (something Drake literally just did in his "Toosie Slide" music video). "This is a Drake song," Davidson sings. "I miss my ex. This is a Drake song. No. 1 on the Billboard." Bada-bing, bada-boom - that's how you make a Drake-inspired jam. Watch the video above, and don't be surprised if Drake and Davidson end up collaborating!
Currently Waiting For Pete Davidson's Drake-Inspired Song to Hit No. 1 on the Charts
Pete Davidson is using Drake's musical formula to create a Saturday Night Live banger. During SNL's all-remote episode on April 11, Davison premiered a hilarious parody of Drake's music in a clip simply titled "Drake Music Video." Channeling the Canadian rapper, Davidson rocks a puffer coat with a beanie while dancing around his home (something Drake literally just did in his "Toosie Slide" music video). "This is a Drake song," Davidson sings. "I miss my ex. This is a Drake song. No. 1 on the Billboard." Bada-bing, bada-boom - that's how you make a Drake-inspired jam. Watch the video above, and don't be surprised if Drake and Davidson end up collaborating!
Leave It to Tom Hanks to Deliver the Perfect Virtual Monologue in Historic SNL Episode
Saturday Night Live made a historic virtual return on April 11 after taking a filming hiatus due to coronavirus concerns. And what better way to open the show than with a monologue from Tom Hanks? The 63-year-old actor, aka "America's dad," kicked things off with a health update after he and wife Rita Wilson tested positive for COVID-19 back in March. "My wife and I, we're doing fine, we're doing great," he said. "We're hunkered down like all of us should be. In fact, this suit - this is the first time I've worn anything other than sweatpants since March 11." Relatable.
He then did a Q&A with an "audience," which literally was Hanks . . . in different costumes. Hey, we've all got to make the most out of our self-isolation experience. Watch Hanks open the SNL episode in the clip above!
Leave It to Tom Hanks to Deliver the Perfect Virtual Monologue in Historic SNL Episode
Saturday Night Live made a historic virtual return on April 11 after taking a filming hiatus due to coronavirus concerns. And what better way to open the show than with a monologue from Tom Hanks? The 63-year-old actor, aka "America's dad," kicked things off with a health update after he and wife Rita Wilson tested positive for COVID-19 back in March. "My wife and I, we're doing fine, we're doing great," he said. "We're hunkered down like all of us should be. In fact, this suit - this is the first time I've worn anything other than sweatpants since March 11." Relatable.
He then did a Q&A with an "audience," which literally was Hanks . . . in different costumes. Hey, we've all got to make the most out of our self-isolation experience. Watch Hanks open the SNL episode in the clip above!
27 Exciting Debut Authors You Can Support During the Shutdowns
An author's debut novel is an incredible and exciting achievement - which is why it's so disappointing that many debut authors have had their launches affected by the shutdowns caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. From early Spring debuts that had no time to build momentum to Summer debuts with canceled book tours and more, these authors and many more have had this major moment overshadowed by the global pandemic. Luckily, being under lockdown is a great time to get some reading done, and there's no better thing than to support some of these authors whose debuts aren't quite unfolding the way they might have dreamed. Ahead, we've rounded up over two dozen amazing debut novels, perfect for a broad range of genres, interests, and demographics. Keep reading to see which debut authors you definitely shouldn't miss in the next few months!
I'm a Self-Proclaimed Queen of Cozy, and This "Cloud" Pullover Is All I'm Wearing These Days
I love cozy mystery novels, cozy home decor, and more than anything, cozy loungewear. I don't mess around with scratchy sweaters, paper-thin sweatpants, or any piece of clothing that commits the cardinal sin of being soft on the outside but uncomfy on the inside. Even before we all started spending a lot more time at home, I was stocked up on fleece-lined slipper socks, fluffy robes, and buttery soft pjs, but after Zoom-ing in the same outfit more days in a row than I'd like to admit, I decided it was time to add another cozy staple to my closet.
Enter: the Aerie Cloud Sherpa Oversized Pullover ($33, originally $55). "Cloud" is right! From the moment this supersoft pillowy pullover touched my body, I knew I'd be living in it for the foreseeable future. Made from 100 percent polyester, it's the coziest piece of loungewear I own, soft inside and out, and keeps me nice and toasty as I work, puzzle, and read from home. It comes in a wide range of sizes from XXS to XXL, and fits oversize, so I'd recommend ordering your typical size for that relaxed fit. And the best part? It has pockets! Like, the legit kind that you can use for your phone and it won't fall out. Perfect if you're pairing it with pocket-less leggings.
Oh yeah, and Aerie is having a major sale right now, so snag it while it's only $33! Shop all the colors ahead.
I'm a Self-Proclaimed Queen of Cozy, and This "Cloud" Pullover Is All I'm Wearing These Days
I love cozy mystery novels, cozy home decor, and more than anything, cozy loungewear. I don't mess around with scratchy sweaters, paper-thin sweatpants, or any piece of clothing that commits the cardinal sin of being soft on the outside but uncomfy on the inside. Even before we all started spending a lot more time at home, I was stocked up on fleece-lined slipper socks, fluffy robes, and buttery soft pjs, but after Zoom-ing in the same outfit more days in a row than I'd like to admit, I decided it was time to add another cozy staple to my closet.
Enter: the Aerie Cloud Sherpa Oversized Pullover ($33, originally $55). "Cloud" is right! From the moment this supersoft pillowy pullover touched my body, I knew I'd be living in it for the foreseeable future. Made from 100 percent polyester, it's the coziest piece of loungewear I own, soft inside and out, and keeps me nice and toasty as I work, puzzle, and read from home. It comes in a wide range of sizes from XXS to XXL, and fits oversize, so I'd recommend ordering your typical size for that relaxed fit. And the best part? It has pockets! Like, the legit kind that you can use for your phone and it won't fall out. Perfect if you're pairing it with pocket-less leggings.
Oh yeah, and Aerie is having a major sale right now, so snag it while it's only $33! Shop all the colors ahead.
Semana Santa Has Changed For Mi Familia, but This Year, We’re Going Back to Basics - Virtually
Ever since mis hermanos y yo became adults, Easter at home took a different turn. We all followed our dreams, which took us to different countries, and things obviously changed. They'll be a new type of different this year, so I'm looking back on old traditions to create new ones in which we all can be together - even if it's virtually.
When we were little we'd get the whole Semana Santa off, and retreat just outside of Santo Domingo - where we lived - in a modest house my dad built from the ground up that became our refuge in a way.
Our days were very low key, with tíos and tías that were not really blood related - but who we still considered family - popping up here and there to hang out, take a dip in the pool, grill some meat on the BBQ, and have some drinks.
On Maundy Thursday we'd drive to our church in the city for "el lavado de los pies" and after mass, we'd go church hopping to see how each place of worship was celebrating Holy Week. At night, we'd go back to our refuge. Friday and Saturday were very quiet, as we were supposed to be mourning the death of Jesus, so we weren't allowed to be loud, play music that wasn't classical music, or take part in anything that resembled a celebration.
Related: Why Semana Santa Was More Than Spring Break in My Household
At night, my siblings and I would watch the many movies about the passion of Christ that the local channels would broadcast, and anxiously wait for Easter. On Easter Sunday my mom would surprise us with kits to decorate our own Easter eggs, and then my siblings and I had to go get ready for la visita - there was always visita coming that day.
As we got ready, my parents hid the eggs in the backyard, and then we had to go find them. Once the visita arrived, the music would get louder, dancing would ensue, and the whole day felt like a big, happy party. Late in the afternoon, we'd pack up and head back to the city, stopping at church first for the Domingo de Resurrección mass, which was another big celebration where hugs, kisses, and congratulations floated around in a cheerful environment.
As my siblings and I got older and went to college, Semana Santa became a long weekend instead of the whole week, from Maundy Thursday to Easter Sunday. My parents would try to scope where most of our friends would be spending their days off so we could all have a nice family-friends balance, and the only rule now was that on Friday we were not allowed to party, and we had to wait until at least 10pm on Saturday before we went out, out of respect for Jesus. On Sunday, family time - most likely lunch - was mandatory.
Related: How Celebrating Passover Brought Me Closer to My Catholic Upbringing
Eventually, my siblings and I moved out to different countries - all 3 of us - so Easter became more of a "celebrate how you can" holiday. However, with the world's turn of events, we've been trying to go back to the things that really make us feel safe, which for us, is family. We've agreed on a Zoom lunch/dinner - since we're in different time zones too - where everyone is required to cook something to bring to the virtual table.
Casual attire is preferred, just so we can get out of our PJs and actually put some effort, and our best attitude is required. As for me in particular, I think I'll also live stream a mass even though I'm not necessarily the most religious person anymore. I do think that holding onto the things from your past that made you comfortable can bring a lot of peace, and after all, I was taught that this holiday is about Jesus anyways, so might as well honor that in the process.
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The 7 Most Common Myths About Plant-Based Diets
You may have noticed - much to the delight of any vegan or vegan-curious - plant-based eating seems to be on everyone's mind. Earlier this year, the Golden Globes served its first-ever vegan menu, while the Netflix documentary Game Changers touted the benefits of plant-based diets for elite athletes. Add the fact that you can find or make a cauliflower version of pretty much every dish, and even eat a meatless Impossible Whopper at Burger King, and it's clear that it's never been easier to up your veggie intake.
But what exactly is plant-based eating? According to Maggie Moon, MS, RD, and best-selling author of The MIND Diet, "There's no official definition of a plant-based diet, but every nutrition expert I've spoken to about it agrees that it is based on plants. It includes vegans and vegetarians, but it also includes flexitarians, those following the MIND diet, and anyone trying to eat mostly plants with smaller amounts of animal foods. Though I don't speak for all dietitians, I know many of us encourage a discussion around plant-based eating to shift the ratios of plants on the plate. So, there are no foods that are off-limits in that sense. You have to meet people where there are. If I'm getting someone to give leafy greens a few more inches of real estate on the plate in the name of plant-based eating, that's a win."
Despite benefits like being more environmentally sustainable and decreasing your risk of heart disease, there are still many myths and misconceptions surrounding eating plant-based (Will I get enough protein? But . . . can I still eat cheese?) We talked to several nutritionists to get the real dish on plant-based diets.
The 7 Most Common Myths About Plant-Based Diets
You may have noticed - much to the delight of any vegan or vegan-curious - plant-based eating seems to be on everyone's mind. Earlier this year, the Golden Globes served its first-ever vegan menu, while the Netflix documentary Game Changers touted the benefits of plant-based diets for elite athletes. Add the fact that you can find or make a cauliflower version of pretty much every dish, and even eat a meatless Impossible Whopper at Burger King, and it's clear that it's never been easier to up your veggie intake.
But what exactly is plant-based eating? According to Maggie Moon, MS, RD, and best-selling author of The MIND Diet, "There's no official definition of a plant-based diet, but every nutrition expert I've spoken to about it agrees that it is based on plants. It includes vegans and vegetarians, but it also includes flexitarians, those following the MIND diet, and anyone trying to eat mostly plants with smaller amounts of animal foods. Though I don't speak for all dietitians, I know many of us encourage a discussion around plant-based eating to shift the ratios of plants on the plate. So, there are no foods that are off-limits in that sense. You have to meet people where there are. If I'm getting someone to give leafy greens a few more inches of real estate on the plate in the name of plant-based eating, that's a win."
Despite benefits like being more environmentally sustainable and decreasing your risk of heart disease, there are still many myths and misconceptions surrounding eating plant-based (Will I get enough protein? But . . . can I still eat cheese?) We talked to several nutritionists to get the real dish on plant-based diets.
Netflix's The Half of It Brings a New Level to the Usual Teen Rom-Com Love Triangle
The last time Netflix featured a film with a modern twist on the classic Cyrano de Bergerac story, it didn't hit audiences quite the way they probably intended. While the streaming service's newest teen romance, The Half of It, may seem pretty similar to the other at first glance, the trailer proves that this teen rom-com is striving to bring some nuance to the standard coming-of-age formula.
Written and directed by Alice Wu, the film follows high schooler Ellie Chu (Leah Lewis), a brilliant yet introverted musician who lives in the small town of Squahamaish with her widowed father. Though Ellie is relentlessly teased by her classmates, she doesn't let that stop her from building a side business writing English papers for her classmates, which helps pay the bills at home. Lovelorn jock Paul Munsky (Daniel Diemer) turns her hustle personal when he hires her to write love letters to Aster Flores (Alexxis Lemire), a popular girl who also happens to be genuinely kind.
Of course, things get complicated when Ellie takes her letter writing a step further and begins helping Paul on dates. An unlikely but seriously adorable friendship unfolds between the two, which makes it a bit of a wrinkle when Ellie also begins to fall in love with Aster. A love triangle with real heart? Color us hooked!
By the looks of the trailer alone, The Half of It will be giving viewers love, friendship, and self-discovery all wrapped up in complex characters who step outside the boxes these tropes usually confine them to. And in case you thought this was your typical teen rom-com, the teaser lets you know, "Not every love story is a romance." Watch the video above and check out some photos from the film ahead before The Half of It drops on Netflix on May 1.
A Mom Created Comics to Show How Self-Isolation Is Going For Her Family, and Yep, Relatable!
Cartoonist Adrienne Hedger has been making the most of self-isolation with her husband and two teenage daughters, and that means putting her creative skills to the test. Known for her website Hedger Humor, the California-based artist decided to illustrate what staying home looks like in her household, and to say we can relate is a serious understatement.
"Since I'm home 24/7 with the family, ideas are coming at me fast," she told The Huffington Post. "A lot of my self-isolation cartoons involve my 14-year-old daughter, Claire. I told Claire, 'These cartoons are writing themselves!' And she replied, 'No, I'm writing them for you.' Touché."
Like pretty much every other parent right now, all sense of scheduling has gone utterly out the window for Adrienne. "They usually don't surface until late morning, and they do schoolwork in the late afternoon," she explained. "For their 'free time,' I had all these ideas about educational videos they could watch or enriching projects they could take on. But I've given all that up. You want to lie face down on the ground while listening to an episode of The Office that you've memorized? Go for it."
Scroll ahead to get a look at Adrienne's incredible illustrations that might just hit a little too close to home!
Related: 6 Parents Who Are Barely Hanging On During This Whole Social-Distancing Situation
In the Mood For a Steamy Show? Here Are the Sexiest Options Netflix Has to Offer
There's something about a sexy TV series that reels you in, yet leaves you wanting more every episode. Thanks to Netflix, the streaming options are endless for shows that bring the heat, drama, and much-needed romance to the screen. Whether you're looking for a tantalizing romance series or a show where characters leave little to the imagination, these steamy picks will give you all that and more. From Netflix originals like You to primetime staples like Riverdale, here are the sexiest TV shows that you can binge right here, right now.
Looking for even more Netflix recs? Check out more movies and TV shows that are available on Netflix in April here.
- With Lauren Harano, Haley Lyndes, Stacey Nguyen, and Corinne Sullivan
In the Mood For a Steamy Show? Here Are the Sexiest Options Netflix Has to Offer
There's something about a sexy TV series that reels you in, yet leaves you wanting more every episode. Thanks to Netflix, the streaming options are endless for shows that bring the heat, drama, and much-needed romance to the screen. Whether you're looking for a tantalizing romance series or a show where characters leave little to the imagination, these steamy picks will give you all that and more. From Netflix originals like You to primetime staples like Riverdale, here are the sexiest TV shows that you can binge right here, right now.
Looking for even more Netflix recs? Check out more movies and TV shows that are available on Netflix in April here.
- With Lauren Harano, Haley Lyndes, Stacey Nguyen, and Corinne Sullivan
21 Photos of a Golden Retriever and Bunny Duo That Will Make You Need Them as Friends
Ever since my husband and I rescued our Golden Retriever, we routinely ask ourselves what we did before getting her. What exactly did we fill our time with? How could anything have possibly been - or be - better than having a Golden flop around our house, producing more hairballs than I thought possible? I think I have an answer.
The answer is a sweet Golden and a bunny, as proven by the Instagram account Bear + Hugs. Since discovering it early this morning, I've had 15 tabs open with their pictures, because I can't get myself to stop staring at the two of them together. Hugs and Bear are an inseparable fluff duo, and seem delicate with one another, too. Each time Bear grooms his bunny friend Hugs, I squeal with delight. I may not have room in my house to own a bunny, but I can dream of meeting these two one day, right?
Related: A Newborn Photographer Took a Break From Humans to Take Sweet Pictures of Baby Goats
21 Photos of a Golden Retriever and Bunny Duo That Will Make You Need Them as Friends
Ever since my husband and I rescued our Golden Retriever, we routinely ask ourselves what we did before getting her. What exactly did we fill our time with? How could anything have possibly been - or be - better than having a Golden flop around our house, producing more hairballs than I thought possible? I think I have an answer.
The answer is a sweet Golden and a bunny, as proven by the Instagram account Bear + Hugs. Since discovering it early this morning, I've had 15 tabs open with their pictures, because I can't get myself to stop staring at the two of them together. Hugs and Bear are an inseparable fluff duo, and seem delicate with one another, too. Each time Bear grooms his bunny friend Hugs, I squeal with delight. I may not have room in my house to own a bunny, but I can dream of meeting these two one day, right?
Related: A Newborn Photographer Took a Break From Humans to Take Sweet Pictures of Baby Goats
We're Just Going to Say It: Nike's Making Our Favorite Sneakers in 2020
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. Right now, we're looking for the best sneakers out there, and spoiler alert: we're into these 13 Nike pairs.
From classic running staples to trendy picks and timeless silhouettes, if you love Nike, these are the 13 shoes worth buying. Finding a great running shoe has the power to change your workout, and if you need your shoes to both feel good and look good, you can't go wrong with Nike. Now all that's left to do is get moving.
21 Photos of a Golden Retriever and Bunny Duo That Will Make You Need Them as Friends
Ever since my husband and I rescued our Golden Retriever, we routinely ask ourselves what we did before getting her. What exactly did we fill our time with? How could anything have possibly been - or be - better than having a Golden flop around our house, producing more hairballs than I thought possible? I think I have an answer.
The answer is a sweet Golden and a bunny, as proven by the Instagram account Bear + Hugs. Since discovering it early this morning, I've had 15 tabs open with their pictures, because I can't get myself to stop staring at the two of them together. Hugs and Bear are an inseparable fluff duo, and seem delicate with one another, too. Each time Bear grooms his bunny friend Hugs, I squeal with delight. I may not have room in my house to own a bunny, but I can dream of meeting these two one day, right?
Related: A Newborn Photographer Took a Break From Humans to Take Sweet Pictures of Baby Goats
We're Just Going to Say It: Nike's Making Our Favorite Sneakers in 2020
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. Right now, we're looking for the best sneakers out there, and spoiler alert: we're into these 13 Nike pairs.
From classic running staples to trendy picks and timeless silhouettes, if you love Nike, these are the 13 shoes worth buying. Finding a great running shoe has the power to change your workout, and if you need your shoes to both feel good and look good, you can't go wrong with Nike. Now all that's left to do is get moving.
Free Audiobooks And E-Books Have Become My Family's Obsession - Here's How to Find Them!
With two kids under the age of four, I'm listening to more audiobooks than ever. The multitasker in me loves that I can still delve into a good book while tackling a sink full of dirty dishes or sitting in commuter traffic, but my habit can get expensive. So when I discovered that I could download a library app called Libby to access free audiobooks that I'd otherwise be willing to pay for, I realized it could come in handy for my oldest son, too. Being able to download free e-books when we can't make it to the library saves me from having to read the same books over and over again at bedtime.
Whether you're looking to keep yourself entertained through the drudgery of household tasks, or more importantly, your children occupied, these eight free audiobook and e-book resources are worth looking into. And if you're looking to be a little more hands-off during reading time, try these 12 storytelling apps that will do the job for you!
All You Can Books
All You Can Books offers a free, 30-day trial to access their library of more than 40,000 titles. Even if you cancel your subscription, you still get to keep the downloads!
Audible
Until schools re-open, Audible is offering a collection of stories kids everywhere can stream for free. Choose from six different languages and ages ranging from "littlest listeners" to teens. They've even partnered with Harry Potter at Home to make the first Harry Potter book in the series available as a free audiobook!
Epic!
Epic! is the leading digital library for kids 12 and under and offers access to over 40,000 digital books. Right now, parents can take advantage of a free 30-day trial. Or, enjoy free remote student access through June 30, 2020, by teacher invitation.
Hoopla
By linking to your library membership, you can digitally borrow thousands of free ebooks, comics, movies, television programs, music, audiobooks and more. The platform works through a desktop site, on Apple, Android, or Amazon mobile devices, and on streaming tools such as Roku, AppleTV, Chromecast, AndroidTV, and FireTV.
Libby
Libby partners with public libraries across the country to bring the top ebooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines, cookbooks and more to your device for free. All you need is a library card to sign up, but even if you don't have one, many libraries have the Instant Digital Card feature which allows readers to sign up with their phone number.
Overdrive
Overdrive allows you to enjoy ebooks and audiobooks for free through your local public library or school.
Sora
Sora, a new reading app from Overdrive, is designed specifically for students. The app makes it easy for kids to borrow ebooks and audiobooks from their school and search from local libraries. Plus, cool features kids to take on reading assignments, take notes and make highlights, earn badges by reading books, and even keep track of reading stats to set book reading goals.
StoryMentors
StoryMentors is a new online library that helps beginning and struggling readers strengthen their skills. Books come with a parent guide filled with activities and a mentor guide so that parents can talk about the text like teachers do. With 25 books in their library, it's a fantastic resource from kids ranging from PreK to second grade.
The Olive & June Manicure Kit Is, Hands Down, the Best Thing I've Bought Recently
If there is one beauty and self-care ritual I like to keep up with, it's getting my nails done. I can skip a blowout or a facial if need be, but I really love having my nails done. I just feel like myself with a fresh coat of polish. However, I haven't set foot in a nail salon in two months, and while I appreciated the time for my nails to take a polish break, I wanted a little creature comfort. I ordered the Olive & June Studio Kit ($50), and it's a game changer.
I am not a natural artist; the worst grade I ever got in high school was in drawing and painting. I don't even own nail polish; I always use the salon's. So I was super excited to try the Poppy ($16), the Olive & June universal nail polish tool. The idea is that you put the poppy over your nail polish bottle, and it keeps your hand steady so you can paint easily. Reader, it works. It works astonishingly well. I used their brand of polish (which by the way might be the best polish ever), and the above picture is my nails after seven days, no touch ups or anything. Not bad for my very first at-home manicure.
I was reluctant to dive into a manicure kit because I felt like I was washing my hands so often that polish felt futile. However, there is a unique joy I feel in looking down at my fingers and seeing my lavender polish. I'm not only proud that I was able to tackle something I had previously designated impossible, I'm also proud that I did something for myself, and I highly recommend finding something that brings you joy. I'm already thinking about my next manicure.
Want to Make an Easy Dinner With Ingredients You Already Have? Meet the Instant Pot
Love slow cookers but don't necessarily love the, well, slow part? Set your sights on the Instant Pot, a pressure cooker that has all the convenience of a slow cooker but gets things done in a fraction of the time. If that sounds good to you, and you like meals that are fast, delicious, and low on the effort scale, you'll absolutely adore these dump dinners. And the best part is, you're the chef here, so if you want to add more, less, or something else entirely to the pot, it'll still taste good! These quick and easy dinners also make for impressive and delicious leftovers. Keep reading for Instant Pot ideas that will be your new go-to recipes.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano and Erin Cullum
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