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.

jeudi 28 mai 2020

Green Giant's New Cauliflower Breadsticks Are Here, and I Call the Garlic Flavor

By  01:33   No comments

Is there anything cauliflower can't do? There's cauliflower substitutes for linguini, gnocchi, rice, and now. . . breadsticks! Green Giant's new gluten-free cauliflower breadsticks are made of cauliflower and rice flour, and come in two flavors: original and garlic.

Shoppers started discovering the breadsticks on shelves earlier this month, and one customer, Instagram user kohollis even called them her "best gluten-free find in a long time," adding that they were were "so light, fluffy, and delicious." The products are now available at various groceries including Walmart, Stop & Shop, and Safeway stores all over the country. Check out the product locator to see where you can get your hands on these cauliflower treats. Prepare to upgrade your meals!

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13 Blue Light Glasses That Will Save Your Eyes From Hours of Screen Time

By  01:33   No comments

In 2020, most people are spending an enormous chunk of their days staring at screens. Since we're now always on your laptop or glued to our phones, for work, working out, and socializing, all that light exposure can't be good for our eyes. Enter blue light glasses. They're the kind of thing you didn't know you needed, but once you have them, they're never coming off.

I've been wearing my pair for a little over a year now; they're the first thing I put on when I get to my desk every morning, and they've made my 5 p.m. dry eye go away completely. If you're living in the 21st century, it may be time to look into some blue light glasses. Just keep reading to shop our picks.

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Starbucks's Teacher-Inspired Notebook Tumblers Come With Reusable Pencil Straws

By  01:33   No comments

Whether you're up at 2 a.m. grading papers or writing them so you don't fail your History class, chances are there's a cup of coffee lingering nearby. In honor of all the teachers who have dedicated themselves to helping students at home and in the classroom, Starbucks released a limited-edition Paper and Pencil Cold Cup. The 24-ounce tumbler is available for $16 and can only be found in select grocery stores and Starbucks locations inside Target locations, so I will be looking for one ASAP.

If you are looking to grab one of these stationery-themed cups for the teacher or student in your life, remember to take proper CDC-recommended safety precautions. Starbucks has now reopened over 85 percent of its stores across the US and expects more than 90 percent of our stores to be open by early June. Starbucks has also implemented more thorough cleaning and sanitizing protocols in stores. While baristas still can't fill orders using customers' reusable cups, they can still honor the 10-cent discount for customer who show their personal cups when ordering. Keep reading to take a look at the teacher-inspired cold cups and pencil straws ahead.

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50 Adorable and Meaningful Names For Baby Boys in 2020

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Choosing a baby name for your little one can be tough - you have to find something that you like, make sure it flows with your last name, and agree with your partner on it, among a few other things. And even though some names just sound like the right choice and appeal to a parent's taste, there's always the option of choosing a meaningful name that sounds good on the surface but has a deeper significance.

Ahead, find some of our favorite names for boys and their meanings.

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Meaningful Names For Baby Boys

  1. Aaron: Hebrew - Enlightened.
  2. Aiden: Celtic - The sun god; fiery.
  3. Alexander: Greek - Defender of men.
  4. Amell: German - Power of an eagle.
  5. Amory: German - Leader; divine; brave; powerful.
  6. Andrew: Greek - Strong; manly; courageous.
  7. Anthony: Latin - Priceless.
  8. Asher: Hebrew - Happy or blessed.
  9. Austin: Latin - Majestic dignity.
  10. Azai: Hebrew - Strength.
  11. Aziel: Hebrew - God is my power.
  12. Caelan: Irish - Powerful warrior; victorious people.
  13. Chance: English - Good fortune.
  14. Charlie: English - Free.
  15. David: Hebrew - Beloved.
  16. Edric: English - Power and good fortune.
  17. Edward: English - Wealthy guardian.
  18. Elliot: Hebrew - Lord is my God.
  19. Ethan: Hebrew - Strong; safe; firm.
  20. Ezra: Hebrew - Helper.
  21. Felix: Latin - Happy; fortunate.
  22. Gabriel: Hebrew - Devoted to God; a hero of God; God is my strength.
  23. Henry: German - Ruler of the household.
  24. Ian: Scottish - God is gracious.
  25. Isaac: Hebrew - He will laugh.
  26. Isaiah: Hebrew - Salvation of the lord.
  27. Jayce: Greek - Healer.
  28. Jonathan: Hebrew - God gives.
  29. Josiah: Hebrew - Fire of the Lord; healer.
  30. Julian: Latin - Father of the skies.
  31. Kano: Japanese - One's masculine power; capability.
  32. Levi: Hebrew - Joined in harmony.
  33. Liam: Irish - Strong-willed warrior and protector.
  34. Lucas: Latin - Light-giving; illumination.
  35. Magnus: Latin - Greatest.
  36. Matthew: Hebrew - Gift from God.
  37. Miles: Latin - Soldier.
  38. Milo: German - Merciful.
  39. Nathan: Hebrew - He gave.
  40. Ned: English - Wealthy guardian.
  41. Noah: Hebrew - Rest; comfort.
  42. Nolan: Gaelic - A descendant of a chariot fighter or champion; famous; noble.
  43. Oswald: English - Divine power.
  44. Owen: Welsh - Young warrior; well-born; noble.
  45. Robert: German - Bright fame.
  46. Ryan: Irish - Descendent of the king; little king.
  47. William: German - Strong-willed warrior; resolute protection.
  48. Xander: Greek - Protector of men.
  49. Zachary: Hebrew - Remembered by God.
  50. Zane: Hebrew - God's gracious gift.
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Green Giant's New Cauliflower Breadsticks Are Here, and I Call the Garlic Flavor

By  01:28   No comments

Is there anything cauliflower can't do? There's cauliflower substitutes for linguini, gnocchi, rice, and now. . . breadsticks! Green Giant's new gluten-free cauliflower breadsticks are made of cauliflower and rice flour, and come in two flavors: original and garlic.

Shoppers started discovering the breadsticks on shelves earlier this month, and one customer, Instagram user kohollis even called them her "best gluten-free find in a long time," adding that they were were "so light, fluffy, and delicious." The products are now available at various groceries including Walmart, Stop & Shop, and Safeway stores all over the country. Check out the product locator to see where you can get your hands on these cauliflower treats. Prepare to upgrade your meals!

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13 Blue Light Glasses That Will Save Your Eyes From Hours of Screen Time

By  01:28   No comments

In 2020, most people are spending an enormous chunk of their days staring at screens. Since we're now always on your laptop or glued to our phones, for work, working out, and socializing, all that light exposure can't be good for our eyes. Enter blue light glasses. They're the kind of thing you didn't know you needed, but once you have them, they're never coming off.

I've been wearing my pair for a little over a year now; they're the first thing I put on when I get to my desk every morning, and they've made my 5 p.m. dry eye go away completely. If you're living in the 21st century, it may be time to look into some blue light glasses. Just keep reading to shop our picks.

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Starbucks's Teacher-Inspired Notebook Tumblers Come With Reusable Pencil Straws

By  01:28   No comments

Whether you're up at 2 a.m. grading papers or writing them so you don't fail your History class, chances are there's a cup of coffee lingering nearby. In honor of all the teachers who have dedicated themselves to helping students at home and in the classroom, Starbucks released a limited-edition Paper and Pencil Cold Cup. The 24-ounce tumbler is available for $16 and can only be found in select grocery stores and Starbucks locations inside Target locations, so I will be looking for one ASAP.

If you are looking to grab one of these stationery-themed cups for the teacher or student in your life, remember to take proper CDC-recommended safety precautions. Starbucks has now reopened over 85 percent of its stores across the US and expects more than 90 percent of our stores to be open by early June. Starbucks has also implemented more thorough cleaning and sanitizing protocols in stores. While baristas still can't fill orders using customers' reusable cups, they can still honor the 10-cent discount for customer who show their personal cups when ordering. Keep reading to take a look at the teacher-inspired cold cups and pencil straws ahead.

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21 #MealPrep Ideas That Are Anything but Boring

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Do you #MealPrep? Meal prepping, or making your weekly breakfasts, lunches, and sometimes dinners ahead of time, is both popular and practical. Many self-confessed meal preppers often take to Instagram to show off their ingenuity and handiwork. People on special diets, such as Paleo or those on Weight Watchers, have long enjoyed meal prepping, since it can be hard to pick up dishes that conform to their strict needs on a whim.

Meal prepping is a way of life, and it's only getting more common as people discover the convenience of preparing for their week ahead of time. It's also a great way to ensure you eat healthy and often for less than buying restaurant takeout. In fact, meal prepping is getting a downright gourmet makeover - check out these 21 inspiring examples of #mealprep!

- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes

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Starbucks's Teacher-Inspired Notebook Tumblers Come With Reusable Pencil Straws

By  01:13   No comments

Whether you're up at 2 a.m. grading papers or writing them so you don't fail your History class, chances are there's a cup of coffee lingering nearby. In honor of all the teachers who have dedicated themselves to helping students at home and in the classroom, Starbucks released a limited-edition Paper and Pencil Cold Cup. The 24-ounce tumbler is available for $16 and can only be found in select grocery stores and Starbucks locations inside Target locations, so I will be looking for one ASAP.

If you are looking to grab one of these stationery-themed cups for the teacher or student in your life, remember to take proper CDC-recommended safety precautions. Starbucks has now reopened over 85 percent of its stores across the US and expects more than 90 percent of our stores to be open by early June. Starbucks has also implemented more thorough cleaning and sanitizing protocols in stores. While baristas still can't fill orders using customers' reusable cups, they can still honor the 10-cent discount for customer who show their personal cups when ordering. Keep reading to take a look at the teacher-inspired cold cups and pencil straws ahead.

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21 #MealPrep Ideas That Are Anything but Boring

By  01:13   No comments

Do you #MealPrep? Meal prepping, or making your weekly breakfasts, lunches, and sometimes dinners ahead of time, is both popular and practical. Many self-confessed meal preppers often take to Instagram to show off their ingenuity and handiwork. People on special diets, such as Paleo or those on Weight Watchers, have long enjoyed meal prepping, since it can be hard to pick up dishes that conform to their strict needs on a whim.

Meal prepping is a way of life, and it's only getting more common as people discover the convenience of preparing for their week ahead of time. It's also a great way to ensure you eat healthy and often for less than buying restaurant takeout. In fact, meal prepping is getting a downright gourmet makeover - check out these 21 inspiring examples of #mealprep!

- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes

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Dennis Rodman's Life After Leaving the Chicago Bulls Brought Him a Different Kind of Fame

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As viewers of The Last Dance and longtime basketball fans know, Dennis Rodman is definitely one of basketball's most memorable stars. The famously quirky player is best known for being part of the championship-machine Chicago Bulls in the 1990s, but his life after the Bulls has perhaps grabbed even more headlines.

As the championship era for the Bulls came to an end, many members of the iconic squad left the team, including Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen, as well as head coach Phil Jackson. The 1998-1999 basketball season was shortened by a lockout while NBA players renegotiated with the league, and Rodman was released by the Bulls in Jan. 1999, prior to the season's delayed start in February. He was almost immediately picked up by the Los Angeles Lakers, where he played for the remainder of the shortened season and made $1 million, according to Bleacher Report.

Rodman then moved on to the Dallas Mavericks for the 1999-2000 season, but his short time there was marked by clashes with the team and with NBA officials. The Dallas News described several of Rodman's more controversial moments in Dallas: he received technical fouls, argued with referees, made comments in the press calling himself "a marked man" and accusing the NBA of bias, and publicly criticized his teammates and owner Mark Cuban. "I figured I would come here, generate some excitement, some life for this team. But for whatever reason, we're not getting that whole team effort," Rodman said at one point, later adding, "We're like that movie Lost in Space. We have no sense of direction. We're lost. There's not much else to say."

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By early March, Rodman was dropped from the Mavericks, and he ultimately ended his NBA career at that point. He did return to basketball for a few years, playing in the "minor league" American Basketball Association from 2003 to 2006. He also played in a few exhibition games for international teams, then attempted an ill-fated acting career around the same time.

During his NBA career, Rodman was known for his physical style of play, as well as his outsized personality and controversial, colorful remarks - and that part of his reputation only grew after he left the sport. He appeared on several reality TV shows, including the UK versions of Celebrity Big Brother and Love Island, as well as two separate stints on Celebrity Apprentice in the US. In 2013, he made headlines with his visit to North Korea; in subsequent years, he became vocal about his "friendship" with Kim Jong-Un and supported Donald Trump's presidential campaign in 2016. His legal troubles have also been very public: he has been arrested multiple times for domestic violence, as well as for drunk driving and a hit-and-run accident.

In 2019, ahead of the release of ESPN's Dennis Rodman: For Better or Worse, he talked to the network about his life and career, and, in particular, his struggles to be a father to his children: "My kids now want to come and try to be close to me, and I'm trying to figure out if I could actually do this . . . It can't just be for the time being and then going back to being Dennis Rodman again. Can I be [there] consistently? That's the only thing I'm fighting with."

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21 #MealPrep Ideas That Are Anything but Boring

By  00:33   No comments

Do you #MealPrep? Meal prepping, or making your weekly breakfasts, lunches, and sometimes dinners ahead of time, is both popular and practical. Many self-confessed meal preppers often take to Instagram to show off their ingenuity and handiwork. People on special diets, such as Paleo or those on Weight Watchers, have long enjoyed meal prepping, since it can be hard to pick up dishes that conform to their strict needs on a whim.

Meal prepping is a way of life, and it's only getting more common as people discover the convenience of preparing for their week ahead of time. It's also a great way to ensure you eat healthy and often for less than buying restaurant takeout. In fact, meal prepping is getting a downright gourmet makeover - check out these 21 inspiring examples of #mealprep!

- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes

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Dennis Rodman's Life After Leaving the Chicago Bulls Brought Him a Different Kind of Fame

By  00:28   No comments

As viewers of The Last Dance and longtime basketball fans know, Dennis Rodman is definitely one of basketball's most memorable stars. The famously quirky player is best known for being part of the championship-machine Chicago Bulls in the 1990s, but his life after the Bulls has perhaps grabbed even more headlines.

As the championship era for the Bulls came to an end, many members of the iconic squad left the team, including Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen, as well as head coach Phil Jackson. The 1998-1999 basketball season was shortened by a lockout while NBA players renegotiated with the league, and Rodman was released by the Bulls in Jan. 1999, prior to the season's delayed start in February. He was almost immediately picked up by the Los Angeles Lakers, where he played for the remainder of the shortened season and made $1 million, according to Bleacher Report.

Rodman then moved on to the Dallas Mavericks for the 1999-2000 season, but his short time there was marked by clashes with the team and with NBA officials. The Dallas News described several of Rodman's more controversial moments in Dallas: he received technical fouls, argued with referees, made comments in the press calling himself "a marked man" and accusing the NBA of bias, and publicly criticized his teammates and owner Mark Cuban. "I figured I would come here, generate some excitement, some life for this team. But for whatever reason, we're not getting that whole team effort," Rodman said at one point, later adding, "We're like that movie Lost in Space. We have no sense of direction. We're lost. There's not much else to say."

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By early March, Rodman was dropped from the Mavericks, and he ultimately ended his NBA career at that point. He did return to basketball for a few years, playing in the "minor league" American Basketball Association from 2003 to 2006. He also played in a few exhibition games for international teams, then attempted an ill-fated acting career around the same time.

During his NBA career, Rodman was known for his physical style of play, as well as his outsized personality and controversial, colorful remarks - and that part of his reputation only grew after he left the sport. He appeared on several reality TV shows, including the UK versions of Celebrity Big Brother and Love Island, as well as two separate stints on Celebrity Apprentice in the US. In 2013, he made headlines with his visit to North Korea; in subsequent years, he became vocal about his "friendship" with Kim Jong-Un and supported Donald Trump's presidential campaign in 2016. His legal troubles have also been very public: he has been arrested multiple times for domestic violence, as well as for drunk driving and a hit-and-run accident.

In 2019, ahead of the release of ESPN's Dennis Rodman: For Better or Worse, he talked to the network about his life and career, and, in particular, his struggles to be a father to his children: "My kids now want to come and try to be close to me, and I'm trying to figure out if I could actually do this . . . It can't just be for the time being and then going back to being Dennis Rodman again. Can I be [there] consistently? That's the only thing I'm fighting with."

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Here's When You Can Expect Tattoo Parlors to Open Back Up in Each State

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The coronavirus pandemic is nowhere near over, but nearly all states in the US have officially introduced plans to reopen their economies after several weeks of lockdown and stay-at-home orders. A handful of nonessential retailers and businesses like hair salons and nail salons in select states are already serving customers again, but when it comes to businesses like tattoo parlors - which require even more personal contact with customers for longer periods of time - timing remains up in the air on when and if it's considered safe to reopen.

The rules for reopening are different in each state, but if you're still wondering when tattoo parlors open where you live, check out our state-by-state guide ahead.

Alabama

Alabama's stay-at-home order expired on April 30, and tattoo shops were allowed to reopen in early May.

Alaska

The stay-at-home order in Alaska expired on April 24, and all businesses have been allowed to reopen since then.

Arizona

Tattoo shops in this southwestern state were allowed to resume operations in mid-May following a brief extension of its stay-at-home order, which ended on May 15.

Arkansas

Despite an official stay-at-home order never being issued, tattoo shops in Arkansas briefly closed in March and April, but were given the green-light to reopen on May 6.

California

California is slowly beginning to ease restrictions on its stay-at-home order, though tattoo shops won't be allowed to resume operations until Governor Gavin Newsom's reopening plan reaches stage three. The state is currently in stage two, though since certain counties may move through each phase quicker than others, there's no target date for when stage three is expected to be reached.

Colorado

Colorado adopted a safer-at-home plan after the state's stay-at-home order expired on April 26. Tattoo shops were allowed to reopen in early May with new safety restrictions in place.

Connecticut

Connecticut is expected to reopen in phases after its stay-at-home order expired on May 20. Tattoo shops will be allowed to resume with business in phase two, which has a target date of June 20.

Delaware

Delaware is reopening in phases, though the state has only recently released guidelines for phase one, which begins on June 1. Tattoo parlors are not included in the list of businesses permitted to reopen during this phase, and it's unclear when they will reopen.

Florida

Many businesses in Florida were allowed to reopen in early May, although most tattoo parlors in the state remain closed. Governor Ron DeSantis has yet to announce when they'll be allowed to reopen.

Georgia

Governor Brian Kemp allowed most businesses in Georgia, including tattoo parlors, to resume operations in the first week of May.

Hawaii

Hawaii's stay-at-home order is set to officially end on May 31. Tattoo parlors remain closed for now, although the mayor has proposed a plan for them to reopen starting May 29.

Idaho

Idaho's safer-at-home order expired on May 25, and tattoo parlors have been allowed to reopen with restrictions in place.

Illinois

Illinois had one of the highest infection rates in the country, but the state is slowly beginning to reopen in phases. Tattoo parlors will not reopen until the plan reaches phase three, which is slated to begin at the end of May.

Indiana

Indiana's stay-at-home order expired on May 4, and many of the state's tattoo parlors were given the go-ahead to reopen during the second week of May.

Iowa

A stay-at-home order in Iowa was never officially issued, but many businesses are still closed for safety concerns. Tattoo shops in the state slowly resumed business with restrictions in mid-May.

Kansas

Tattoo shops in Kansas were officially allowed to reopen on May 17 after being closed for nearly two months.

Kentucky

On May 25, tattoo shops in Kentucky were free to open with strict restrictions in place.

Louisiana

Louisiana is reopening its economy in phases. The state is currently in phase one of its reopening plan, though tattoo parlors aren't included in this phase. The governor has yet to release details on what businesses are included in the phases that will follow.

Maine

Maine's stay-at-home order is set to expire on May 31, but the state will reopen in phases. In a four-part plan rolled out by Governor Janet Mills, tattoo parlors are included in phase three, which may not be until July.

Maryland

Maryland's stay-at-home order expired on May 15, but tattoo parlors in the state remain closed for now.

Massachusetts

Massachusetts has one of the highest case counts in the country, and will reopen under a four-phase plan. Tattoo shops won't open until phase two, which doesn't have an associated date.

Michigan

Michigan's stay-at-home order is set to expire on June 12. Tattoo parlors remain closed for now.

Minnesota

The stay-at-home order in Minnesota officially expired on May 17, though tattoo parlors in the state will remain closed for now.

Mississippi

Mississippi's shelter-in-place ended on April 27, and tattoo parlors were able to resume operations with restrictions.

Missouri

Tattoo parlors in Missouri were allowed to continue their business when the state's stay-at-home order expired on May 3.

Montana

Tattoo parlors in Montana were allowed to reopen with restrictions in mid-May.

Nebraska

Nebraska never issued a statewide stay-at-home order, but many businesses closed anyway. Tattoo shops in the state were allowed to reopen on May 4 with a 10-person-maximum rule in place. Customers and employees are also required to wear masks at all times.

Nevada

Nevada is reopening in stages, with tattoo parlors being included in stage two after being ceasing operations back in March.

New Hampshire

Tattoo parlors in New Hampshire will be allowed to reopen on June 1. Employees will be required to wear face covers and goggles once they head back to work.

New Jersey

With one of the highest infection rates in the country - and a stay-at-home order that's in effect until June 5 - tattoo shops in New Jersey remain closed for now.

New Mexico

The stay-at-home order in New Mexico expires on May 31. Tattoo shops remain closed for now.

New York

Tattoo parlors in New York remain closed, as the stay-at-home order remains in effect until May 28 for certain areas of the state. There's no word yet on when they'll get the green light to reopen.

North Carolina

North Carolina officially moved into phase two of its reopening plan on May 23, allowing businesses like tattoo parlors to reopen.

North Dakota

Though North Dakota never issued a statewide stay-at-home order, tattoo shops were allowed to resume business in the first week of May after closing for several weeks.

Ohio

Ohio's stay-at-home order is set to expire on May 29, but tattoo parlors were given the green light to reopen on May 15.

Oklahoma

Oklahoma is another state that never issued a statewide lockdown, but tattoo parlors and places of businesses that required close contact still closed for safety concerns once the threat of the virus began to grow. Tattoo parlors in the state were allowed to resume business by appointment only on May 1.

Oregon

Oregon moved forward with reopening plans on May 7, and laid out guidelines that tattoo parlors would have to follow if they wanted to resume operations. Tattoo parlors were included in phase one of the state's reopening plan, which began on May 15, though some have still not been given the go-ahead to reopen to the public.

Pennsylvania

Governor Tom Wolf's reopening plan for Pennsylvania included color-coded phases. Tattoo parlors are listed as health and wellness facilities, all of which will remain closed in the plan's yellow phase.

Rhode Island

Tattoo parlors will be allowed to reopen on June 1, but employees and customers will be required to wear masks and walk-ins will not be accepted.

South Carolina

Tattoo parlors in this southern state were allowed to reopen on May 17.

South Dakota

A statewide lockdown in South Dakota was never enforced, but tattoo parlors still closed their doors for several weeks to slow down the potential spread of the virus. Many of these facilities have begun to reopen on their own throughout the month, though some still remain closed for safety concerns.

Tennessee

Tattoo parlors in Tennessee were allowed to reopen their doors during the first week of May, though some still remain closed temporarily.

Texas

Tattoo parlors in Texas were allowed to resume operations beginning on May 18.

Utah

Tattoo parlors in Utah have been serving customers since early May, though some shops have taken extra special precautions that include screening their clients for health concerns a few days ahead of time.

Vermont

Vermont's stay-at-home order expired on May 15, though tattoo parlors remain closed at this time.

Virginia

Tattoo parlors were allowed to reopen in phase one of Virginia's reopening plan, but at 50 percent capacity. Clients and employees are also required to wear face coverings.

Washington

In Washington, a stay-at-home order has been in effect since March 25. Tattoo parlors will have to meet a specific set of guidelines in order to reopen during its reopening plan.

West Virginia

West Virginia's stay-at-home order ended on May 3, and tattoo parlors have resumed operations.

Wisconsin

Tattoo parlors in Wisconsin remain closed even though the state's stay-at-home order expired on May 13.

Wyoming

Wyoming was allowed to reopen tattoo parlors in the state by the first week of May with new safety guidelines in place.

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mercredi 27 mai 2020

I Used a Yoga and Meditation App as My Alarm For 2 Weeks, and It Changed Everything

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Like many people these days, I'm feeling pretty anxious. It's currently from a mix of stress from multiple jobs, having to move three times this summer, starting grad school in the fall, and of course, the threat of a global pandemic. And while I always remind myself that life could be a whole lot worse - I can just hear Kourtney Kardashian saying, "Kim, there's people that are dying" - sometimes you need to take some action to feel calm and centered.

Right as this stress started piling up, something beautiful happened . . . and in none other than my Twitter DMs (this is probably the first and last time I'll ever be able to say that). When Lizzie Brown, CEO and cofounder of the Yoga Wake Up app, reached out to me to talk about her app, it sounded perfect for me. As a yoga-lover and a perpetually stressed-out person with irregular sleep patterns, it seemed like this app was created with people like me in mind.

Yoga Wake Up is an audio-guided yoga and meditation app with hundreds of sessions that are updated weekly and range from five to 15 minutes in length. I was pleasantly surprised to see that there was content catered specifically to coronavirus-related anxiety, and they drastically lowered their subscription prices to be more accessible right now, at just $35 per year. With programs for the morning (while you're in bed, or to get you out of bed), afternoon (to get you through that midday slump), and evening (for bedtime relaxation), and categories like mood, goals, and family, I was quickly able to find instructors whose styles I connected with.

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While there's obviously yoga involved, sessions feel very meditation-based, which I found to be ideal. Here's why: there's no video component. Now, before you groan and leave me no choice but to get out my soap box and talk about screen addiction, hear me out. One of the best parts of this app is that it requires very little time on your device. Since there aren't any super complex moves, it's easy to follow along audibly, and stay present in your body without visual distractions. All you have to do is go into the app and pick something to listen to, or schedule alarms for any day of the week. (Pro tip: you have to open the app at night for your alarm to go off in the morning.)

Taking the time to get in a positive headspace and stretch out my body helped me set an intention that carried me throughout the day.

When I first got the app, I decided to fully commit and set alarms for the days I'd be working, which was every day but Saturday, and see if I'd feel a difference without it. Spoiler: I did, and in a huge way. Taking the time to get in a positive headspace and stretch out my body helped me set an intention that carried me throughout the day. I caught myself saying the affirmations I'd heard in the morning in my head when I was feeling overwhelmed. By the time Saturday rolled around, I woke up at the time my alarm would have gone off. Not once have I naturally woken up at 8 a.m.

I've always dreamed of becoming a morning person, but since I'm constantly sleepy (especially after quitting my out-of-control coffee habit), I'd made peace with the fact that it would never be in the cards for me. But then week two of this experiment happened. I started getting up at 7:30 a.m. because I wanted to keep moving after my meditations, and the extra half hour gave me the time to practice yoga on my back patio - yet another thing I'd wanted to do but never did. The biggest change of all was that I started thinking about developing my sense of agency.

Personality changes with age. You see more, experience more, make mistakes, reflect, adapt. Over time, I've become much less emotional because it made life easier, but it also made me lose my ability to make decisions confidently. When the world is so full of structure and order and other opinionated people, it isn't hard to let someone else call the shots. But in the midst of a global pandemic, everything feels unknown, and we have no choice but to rely on ourselves. Through meditation, I was reminded that when all the outside noise isn't there, we're left to trust, hear, and act ourselves. Now more than ever, that's all we can do.

In these uncertain times, we need to let go of the things we can't control and focus on the things we can. Not only do we need to, but we get to. We get to wake up every day and decide that we're going to make the best of what we have, and do everything we can to stay healthy, physically and mentally. If you need help setting that positive intention in the morning, like I do, try Yoga Wake Up. You won't regret it.

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50+ Shows on Netflix, Hulu, and Other Streaming Sites With More Than 5 Seasons Each

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Looking for something to binge-watch that's a little longer than your average weekend watch? Between all the major streaming services, there are quite a few long-running TV shows that are sure to keep you occupied for as long as you need to be. Every single one of the shows recommended here has run for at least five seasons - most of them have run for even longer - so they're perfect for quarantine viewing or just a long-term investment in a good story. There's something for everyone here, from superhero action thrillers to prestige dramas and heartwarming comedies. Keep reading for dozens of our favorite long-running shows that you can watch on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and HBO right now!

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375 Things You'll Remember If You Grew Up in the '90s

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We can't help but get nostalgic thinking about growing up in the 1990s. Thinking of those days reminds us of the music, fashion, heartthrobs, toys, and TV shows that made the '90s totally rad. So let's take a trip down memory lane to our '90s childhood and remember everything from Dunkaroos, 90210, and Tamagotchis to stick-on earrings, Devon Sawa, and Titanic. Check it out!

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22 Hot Swimsuits You're Going to Spot All Over Instagram This Summer

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There's no better way to start the summer fresh than by treating yourself to a new swimsuit. We shopped the hottest trends of the year, so all you have to do is click "buy" on your dream suit. Whether it inspires you to book lay by your pool or take cute selfies for Instagram, we found the best picks you'll be excited to wear all season long. From floral-print bikinis to flattering one-pieces, prepare to fall in love with them all. Keep reading to shop our favorites.

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375 Things You'll Remember If You Grew Up in the '90s

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We can't help but get nostalgic thinking about growing up in the 1990s. Thinking of those days reminds us of the music, fashion, heartthrobs, toys, and TV shows that made the '90s totally rad. So let's take a trip down memory lane to our '90s childhood and remember everything from Dunkaroos, 90210, and Tamagotchis to stick-on earrings, Devon Sawa, and Titanic. Check it out!

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I Used a Yoga and Meditation App as My Alarm For 2 Weeks, and It Changed Everything

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Like many people these days, I'm feeling pretty anxious. It's currently from a mix of stress from multiple jobs, having to move three times this summer, starting grad school in the fall, and of course, the threat of a global pandemic. And while I always remind myself that life could be a whole lot worse - I can just hear Kourtney Kardashian saying, "Kim, there's people that are dying" - sometimes you need to take some action to feel calm and centered.

Right as this stress started piling up, something beautiful happened . . . and in none other than my Twitter DMs (this is probably the first and last time I'll ever be able to say that). When Lizzie Brown, CEO and cofounder of the Yoga Wake Up app, reached out to me to talk about her app, it sounded perfect for me. As a yoga-lover and a perpetually stressed-out person with irregular sleep patterns, it seemed like this app was created with people like me in mind.

Yoga Wake Up is an audio-guided yoga and meditation app with hundreds of sessions that are updated weekly and range from five to 15 minutes in length. I was pleasantly surprised to see that there was content catered specifically to coronavirus-related anxiety, and they drastically lowered their subscription prices to be more accessible right now, at just $35 per year. With programs for the morning (while you're in bed, or to get you out of bed), afternoon (to get you through that midday slump), and evening (for bedtime relaxation), and categories like mood, goals, and family, I was quickly able to find instructors whose styles I connected with.

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While there's obviously yoga involved, sessions feel very meditation-based, which I found to be ideal. Here's why: there's no video component. Now, before you groan and leave me no choice but to get out my soap box and talk about screen addiction, hear me out. One of the best parts of this app is that it requires very little time on your device. Since there aren't any super complex moves, it's easy to follow along audibly, and stay present in your body without visual distractions. All you have to do is go into the app and pick something to listen to, or schedule alarms for any day of the week. (Pro tip: you have to open the app at night for your alarm to go off in the morning.)

Taking the time to get in a positive headspace and stretch out my body helped me set an intention that carried me throughout the day.

When I first got the app, I decided to fully commit and set alarms for the days I'd be working, which was every day but Saturday, and see if I'd feel a difference without it. Spoiler: I did, and in a huge way. Taking the time to get in a positive headspace and stretch out my body helped me set an intention that carried me throughout the day. I caught myself saying the affirmations I'd heard in the morning in my head when I was feeling overwhelmed. By the time Saturday rolled around, I woke up at the time my alarm would have gone off. Not once have I naturally woken up at 8 a.m.

I've always dreamed of becoming a morning person, but since I'm constantly sleepy (especially after quitting my out-of-control coffee habit), I'd made peace with the fact that it would never be in the cards for me. But then week two of this experiment happened. I started getting up at 7:30 a.m. because I wanted to keep moving after my meditations, and the extra half hour gave me the time to practice yoga on my back patio - yet another thing I'd wanted to do but never did. The biggest change of all was that I started thinking about developing my sense of agency.

Personality changes with age. You see more, experience more, make mistakes, reflect, adapt. Over time, I've become much less emotional because it made life easier, but it also made me lose my ability to make decisions confidently. When the world is so full of structure and order and other opinionated people, it isn't hard to let someone else call the shots. But in the midst of a global pandemic, everything feels unknown, and we have no choice but to rely on ourselves. Through meditation, I was reminded that when all the outside noise isn't there, we're left to trust, hear, and act ourselves. Now more than ever, that's all we can do.

In these uncertain times, we need to let go of the things we can't control and focus on the things we can. Not only do we need to, but we get to. We get to wake up every day and decide that we're going to make the best of what we have, and do everything we can to stay healthy, physically and mentally. If you need help setting that positive intention in the morning, like I do, try Yoga Wake Up. You won't regret it.

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Meal Prep a Week of Protein-Packed Sheet Pan Pancakes That Offer 15 Grams of Protein

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I'm always excited to cut into a stack of soft and fresh-off-the-griddle pancakes, but ugh - making them can be such a process. It stinks because I have to stand over the hot pan with spatula in hand and make small batches of pancakes at a time, and everyone is waiting around for them to finish cooking! I have to use so much vegan butter to prevent them from sticking, so even if my batter is healthy, the end result is pretty high in fat. Since I've tried baking my pancakes on a sheet pan, my pancake game has been forever changed.

These pancakes are fluffy in texture, yet also firm enough to hold in your hand if you need to eat on the go. They have a deliciously cake-like sweet vanilla cinnamon flavor. I used frozen blueberries for this recipe, but you could use any fruit or mix of fruit - raspberries, strawberries, peaches, apples, bananas - the combinations are endless! I think they taste sweet enough without maple syrup, but feel free to add the toppings of your choice like fresh fruits, a sprinkling of nuts or seeds, or a dollop of nut butter or dairy-free yogurt.

This recipe is made with whole wheat flour and protein powder so each square offers five grams of protein - a stack of three offers 15 grams. There's also flaxmeal and low-carb blueberries for added fiber, making these baked pancakes so satisfying‚ you'll be full for hours.

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Meal prep a batch of these vegan sheet pan protein pancakes on Sunday and you'll have a week's worth of breakfast ready to go, or freeze them for later!

Vegan Whole Wheat Sheet Pan Protein Pancakes

from Jenny Sugar, POPSUGAR Fitness

Ingredients

  1. 3 1/4 cups unsweetened soy milk
    1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
    2 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
    1 serving vanilla plant-based protein powder (about 1/3 cup; I used KOS, which has 20 grams of protein per serving)
    3 tablespoons baking powder
    2 tablespoons flaxmeal
    1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    1/2 teaspoon salt
    1/4 cup oil (coconut or olive)
    1/4 cup maple syrup
    1 teaspoon vanilla
    1 1/2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line an 11x17 baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl or four-cup measuring cup, mix the nondairy milk and apple cider vinegar and set aside to curdle.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the flour, protein powder, baking powder, flaxmeal, cinnamon and salt together.
  4. Add the oil, maple syrup, and vanilla to the nondairy milk mixture and mix well.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the large bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the pancake batter onto the parchment-lined baking sheet, using a spatula to spread it evenly. You'll notice that the batter will be puffy - that's the baking powder reacting with the apple cider vinegar, and that's what make's these pancakes fluffy. Top with blueberries.
  7. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow pancakes to cool for five minutes before cutting into 16 squares. Enjoy with syrup, more fruit, nuts, yogurt, or nut butter. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days, or in the freezer for several weeks.

Here's the nutritional information for one square:

Information

Category
Breakfast/Brunch, Pancakes/Waffles
Yield
12 pancakes (6 servings)
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
24 minutes, 59 seconds
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Olympic Hopeful Mandy Marquardt Was Told Diabetes Would Hold Her Back - Look at Her Now

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Image Source: Josh Burton

When sprint track cyclist Mandy Marquardt was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 16, a doctor told her that her dream of competing at the elite level wasn't attainable. That, however, didn't stop her in the slightest. Now, she's a two-time US national record holder, an 18-time US national champion, and a member of the Team USA World Cup since 2014.

Managing Type 1 Diabetes as an Elite Athlete

Marquardt, 28, began endurance cycling when she was 10 and officially made the switch over to track sprinting in 2014 after graduating from Penn State, telling POPSUGAR that she's more built for the strength and power side of cycling. The discipline of the sport attracted her the most - there's so much room for error and you train hours upon hours per week leading up to a competition where you go full out for incredibly short races - and the fun of it, she said, is worthwhile.

At the time of Marquardt's diabetes diagnosis, she was living in Germany and her end-of-year testing showed she had elevated blood sugar levels. She was in the hospital for two weeks after that for more tests but said she didn't have any noticeable symptoms she was concerned about prior. "It just felt like my whole world turned upside down because I was not sure if I was going to still be able to train or do the same things," she explained.

A doctor told Marquardt high-level racing was out of the question, and she recalled that the doctor never really specified why. But, she can speculate: there are many stressors that a competitive athlete deals with, and having Type 1 diabetes might come at a disadvantage. It really does take a lot of management, she said. The basics involve relying on insulin injections and readings from her continuous glucose monitor.

After Marquardt was diagnosed, she moved back to Florida to live with her mom and worked with an endocrinologist there on figuring out the right foods to eat to help manage her blood sugars (she strays away from proceeded foods, for example, and still gets carbs through fruits and vegetables). Diet is something she continues to focus on while training, especially since protein, fiber, and carbs are important to eat as an athlete and she wants to keep her power-to-weight ratio at a good range on the bike, she said.

"I just go for things that I do not have to take as much insulin for," Marquardt told POPSUGAR. "That has also been helpful for me to manage my weight. Everybody is different in that way, but with all the training that I do it is just important that I am fueling and keeping my weight stable." She continued on to say that, in general, being an athlete is hard, but having diabetes on top of it is even harder. She's constantly monitoring her blood sugars, communicating with her coach about how she feels, and factoring in stress and time zone changes.

Marquardt also represents Team Novo Nordisk, which is made up entirely of athletes with diabetes. It's given her a platform to talk about her diagnosis as well as a community of people who relate to her - and that, she noted, is key, especially for younger athletes with the same diagnosis.

Along with Team Novo Nordisk, Marquardt has also been involved with nonprofit Beyond Type 1 for several years now. "It's important to me that other people living with Type 1 diabetes know that they can continue living a 'normal' life after their diagnosis," she said. "Beyond Type 1 is an incredible organization through which people with diabetes can connect, share inspirational stories, seek practical help, and find industry news."

What a Postponed Tokyo 2020 Olympics Means For Mandy Marquardt

Marquardt told POPSUGAR that qualifying for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games in sprint track cycling was a two-year process that was able to wrap up just before the COVID-19 pandemic cancelled sporting events. "We had qualified as a nation, and so there are still quotas and selections to be made," she explained, adding that though she's had one of her best seasons yet, the Olympics being postponed a full year makes the selection process even more in-depth.

There are five Olympic track cycling events and, of those, three sprint cycling events: Keirin, an eight-lap race that begins with a speed-controlled start; Match Sprint; and Team Sprint. "My teammate and I used to compete in the Team Sprint, but with our strengths and goals, we decided to compete individually in the Keirin and Match Sprints," Marquardt explained, further noting that there are a lot of unknowns at this time.

"Right now, I am not exactly sure what I am training for," Marquardt said. "I am just continuing to train because I have put in all this hard work and I do not want to lose that momentum." She's sticking with a routine as best she can - while her indoor track is closed, she's been able to train at home and do outdoor cycling - and wishes to put that power to good use whether she makes it to the Olympics or not. "I just know that I am still young in my sport, and as long as the support is there and I am still able to compete and be competitive and it makes me happy, then I am here for it and I am going to continue."

Marquardt added, "I have always known, even before I was diagnosed, that I was an athlete, and I wanted to be something and strive to be really good at a sport." She found that with sprint cycling, and she just so happens to do what she loves as a diabetic. Through it all, she's wants to prove to herself that "as an athlete, period" she can go to the Olympics. "And even with diabetes, I am capable of that."

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