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.
samedi 5 septembre 2020
Lovecraft Country's Latest Episode Ends on a Hell of a Cliffhanger - And We Have Questions
While Lovecraft Country's third episode, "Holy Ghost," felt like a horror movie, episode four, "A History of Violence," has Atticus, Letitia, and Montrose on an Indiana Jones-level adventure during the search for Titus Braithwaite's vault. Eventually our trio loses the rest of the uninvited group (Hippolyta, Dee, and Tree) and are victorious in their quest to find Titus's pages. Just as it seems things are looking up for our heroes, Montrose slits the throat of the mysterious tattooed woman.
This left me wondering if he's actually a villain in the story or just misguided in his attempt to protect his family. Whether or not Montrose is the bad guy wasn't the only question I had after this episode. Here are all the answers you may need after watching Lovecraft Country's fourth episode!
What Is the Significance of the Order of Ancient Dawn?
"Adam named. Eve f*cked. God brought forth monsters. Monsters devoured. God smites Eve." These are the words we see Montrose read from Order of Ancient Dawn before he burns the book. Later in the episode, he uses these words as the code to keep the group from falling to their death as a result of a disappearing plank. When Atticus asks how Montrose knows the code, Montrose finally tells the group it's because George had given him the book the night he died. Order of Ancient Dawn, the bylaws for the Sons of Adam, is one of the books George looks at during their imprisonment at Ardham. It's the reason Montrose knows so much about the group.
How Does Hippolyta Get the Orrery?
While searching for Dee during "Holy Ghost," Hippolyta is drawn to the room with the orrery in the Winthrop house. When Letitia's neighbors are trying to vandalize the home, it's gone. This suggests that she takes the orrery during the commotion of the housewarming party. As to why she takes it (she's not aware of the fact it's the key to Hyram's time machine), she likely swipes it due to her fascination with the stars. Another theory is that some bigger force is driving her to it, especially because it almost seems as though she's drawn to the object, as if in a trance.
Is Captain Lancaster in the Sons of Adam?
It's unclear whether Lancaster is officially a member of the Sons of Adam. In "Holy Ghost," he's the one that tells Letitia about the bodies buried under her house and it's implied he's the one that supplies them to former Winthrop House owner Hyram. During his conversation with Christina, he talks about "his lodge" in reference to being a follower of Hyram and Horatio. Horatio's sect isn't official, which suggests that Lancaster's membership isn't either. Regardless of the legitimacy of his membership, some sh*t is bound to go down between Lancaster and Atticus based on his knowledge of the Sons of Adam and the fact he literally has someone imprisoned in a secret closet.
What Does William, Christina's Henchman, Want With Ruby?
Christina Braithwaite has plans for the Winthrop house and is keeping tabs on Letitia, Atticus, and their families. William is her henchman and will do anything for Christina. We don't know what his motives are with Ruby, particularly with how their tryst ends up. While I'd like to think he will actually change her life, there's a better chance something sinister is at work. Perhaps Christina plans on using Ruby as a bargaining chip for Letitia and access to the Winthrop house?
How Does Atticus Find Titus Braithwaite's Pages?
Montrose spends most of the episode being shady as sh*t with how he knows so much about Titus and the Sons of Adam. In order to find the pages, the group has to go to a museum in Boston in the hopes that his vault is in a wing he had dedicated to himself. Montrose's knowledge pays off and after the moonlight shines just right on a ridiculous statue of Titus and some crocodiles, they lower themselves into an empty cavern. It wouldn't be a true adventure without booby traps, so along with a disappearing plank and a swinging blade, they have to worry about the rising tide.
As they go deeper into the tunnel, they discover it's connected to Letitia's house via a magic elevator. After choosing to continue on, rather than use the elevator to get to safety, the trio find the remnants of an arm in a lock that needs blood. Lucky for Atticus, he has Titus's blood in his veins, so despite a flesh wound, he's able to open the vault relatively unscathed and find the pages in a macabre room of mummified bodies.
Who Is the Tattooed Woman?
Yahima is a two-spirit individual who Titus found on his journeys and used to decipher the language from the Book of names. When she refused to help him any longer, he imprisoned her in the remnants of a ship in his vault along with the bodies of her people as a twisted way of making good on a promise. When Atticus stumbles upon her, she's in a mummified state and springs to life after they try to retrieve Titus's pages. After the group escapes the vault, Yahima and Atticus come to the conclusion that Titus enchanted her to become a siren should she ever escape so that she couldn't speak.
Why Does Montrose Kill the Tattooed Woman?
Montrose burns the Order of Ancient Dawn and does all he can to prevent Atticus from learning about the Sons of Adam. Here's hoping the next few episodes answer whether or not Montrose is trying to protect Atticus or if he's an entirely new evil that's plagued with his own demons. Regardless of the answer, it's incredibly cruel how he slits Yahima's throat as soon as she feels safe with the group. There certainly had to be a better way to keep her from deciphering the pages.
Lovecraft Country's Latest Episode Ends on a Hell of a Cliffhanger - And We Have Questions
While Lovecraft Country's third episode, "Holy Ghost," felt like a horror movie, episode four, "A History of Violence," has Atticus, Letitia, and Montrose on an Indiana Jones-level adventure during the search for Titus Braithwaite's vault. Eventually our trio loses the rest of the uninvited group (Hippolyta, Dee, and Tree) and are victorious in their quest to find Titus's pages. Just as it seems things are looking up for our heroes, Montrose slits the throat of the mysterious tattooed woman.
This left me wondering if he's actually a villain in the story or just misguided in his attempt to protect his family. Whether or not Montrose is the bad guy wasn't the only question I had after this episode. Here are all the answers you may need after watching Lovecraft Country's fourth episode!
What Is the Significance of the Order of Ancient Dawn?
"Adam named. Eve f*cked. God brought forth monsters. Monsters devoured. God smites Eve." These are the words we see Montrose read from Order of Ancient Dawn before he burns the book. Later in the episode, he uses these words as the code to keep the group from falling to their death as a result of a disappearing plank. When Atticus asks how Montrose knows the code, Montrose finally tells the group it's because George had given him the book the night he died. Order of Ancient Dawn, the bylaws for the Sons of Adam, is one of the books George looks at during their imprisonment at Ardham. It's the reason Montrose knows so much about the group.
How Does Hippolyta Get the Orrery?
While searching for Dee during "Holy Ghost," Hippolyta is drawn to the room with the orrery in the Winthrop house. When Letitia's neighbors are trying to vandalize the home, it's gone. This suggests that she takes the orrery during the commotion of the housewarming party. As to why she takes it (she's not aware of the fact it's the key to Hyram's time machine), she likely swipes it due to her fascination with the stars. Another theory is that some bigger force is driving her to it, especially because it almost seems as though she's drawn to the object, as if in a trance.
Is Captain Lancaster in the Sons of Adam?
It's unclear whether Lancaster is officially a member of the Sons of Adam. In "Holy Ghost," he's the one that tells Letitia about the bodies buried under her house and it's implied he's the one that supplies them to former Winthrop House owner Hyram. During his conversation with Christina, he talks about "his lodge" in reference to being a follower of Hyram and Horatio. Horatio's sect isn't official, which suggests that Lancaster's membership isn't either. Regardless of the legitimacy of his membership, some sh*t is bound to go down between Lancaster and Atticus based on his knowledge of the Sons of Adam and the fact he literally has someone imprisoned in a secret closet.
What Does William, Christina's Henchman, Want With Ruby?
Christina Braithwaite has plans for the Winthrop house and is keeping tabs on Letitia, Atticus, and their families. William is her henchman and will do anything for Christina. We don't know what his motives are with Ruby, particularly with how their tryst ends up. While I'd like to think he will actually change her life, there's a better chance something sinister is at work. Perhaps Christina plans on using Ruby as a bargaining chip for Letitia and access to the Winthrop house?
How Does Atticus Find Titus Braithwaite's Pages?
Montrose spends most of the episode being shady as sh*t with how he knows so much about Titus and the Sons of Adam. In order to find the pages, the group has to go to a museum in Boston in the hopes that his vault is in a wing he had dedicated to himself. Montrose's knowledge pays off and after the moonlight shines just right on a ridiculous statue of Titus and some crocodiles, they lower themselves into an empty cavern. It wouldn't be a true adventure without booby traps, so along with a disappearing plank and a swinging blade, they have to worry about the rising tide.
As they go deeper into the tunnel, they discover it's connected to Letitia's house via a magic elevator. After choosing to continue on, rather than use the elevator to get to safety, the trio find the remnants of an arm in a lock that needs blood. Lucky for Atticus, he has Titus's blood in his veins, so despite a flesh wound, he's able to open the vault relatively unscathed and find the pages in a macabre room of mummified bodies.
Who Is the Tattooed Woman?
Yahima is a two-spirit individual who Titus found on his journeys and used to decipher the language from the Book of names. When she refused to help him any longer, he imprisoned her in the remnants of a ship in his vault along with the bodies of her people as a twisted way of making good on a promise. When Atticus stumbles upon her, she's in a mummified state and springs to life after they try to retrieve Titus's pages. After the group escapes the vault, Yahima and Atticus come to the conclusion that Titus enchanted her to become a siren should she ever escape so that she couldn't speak.
Why Does Montrose Kill the Tattooed Woman?
Montrose burns the Order of Ancient Dawn and does all he can to prevent Atticus from learning about the Sons of Adam. Here's hoping the next few episodes answer whether or not Montrose is trying to protect Atticus or if he's an entirely new evil that's plagued with his own demons. Regardless of the answer, it's incredibly cruel how he slits Yahima's throat as soon as she feels safe with the group. There certainly had to be a better way to keep her from deciphering the pages.
How to Train Your Dragon 2 Is Hitting Netflix in September! See More Kids' Movies Added in 2020
Although there are plenty of amazing movies for kids on Netflix already, each month we look forward to the fresh titles that will be added to the service - whether they are brand new or make us feel all of the nostalgia. In 2020, Netflix started us off with a nostalgic batch of family movies and a few new hits, and we can't wait to see what else is in store.
Read ahead to see which movies will be added to Netflix for kids and families in May, and bookmark this page to see what'll be new each month! (And if Disney is your jam, see which Disney movies are still on Netflix before they make the switch over to Disney+.)
Related: 7 Family Movies Still Coming Out in 2020 That Your Kids Will Want to See
The Ladies of Riverdale Just Made a TikTok Account, and I've Never Clicked "Follow" Faster
Riverdale's leading ladies just made a TikTok account together, and they're already churning out some A+ content. While quarantining in Vancouver ahead of filming the fifth season of the show, Camila Mendes, Lili Reinhart, and Madelaine Petsch created a collective TikTok on Thursday to share how they've been staying busy. Referring to themselves as "Lamila Petschart" with the username @blondebrunetteredhead, the actresses have been posting various videos, and they're certainly keeping us entertained.
In a hilarious TikTok Camila also reposted to her Instagram, she and Lili danced in impressive coordination to "Fergalicious," joining in on the popular dance challenge from earlier in the summer. Madelaine and Camila also shared themselves practicing the "WAP challenge" in another video, which ended with Camila falling on the floor, so we can probably expect to see the full dance soon. Keep scrolling to see the best TikToks these three have posted together so far.
The Ladies of Riverdale Just Made a TikTok Account, and I've Never Clicked "Follow" Faster
Riverdale's leading ladies just made a TikTok account together, and they're already churning out some A+ content. While quarantining in Vancouver ahead of filming the fifth season of the show, Camila Mendes, Lili Reinhart, and Madelaine Petsch created a collective TikTok on Thursday to share how they've been staying busy. Referring to themselves as "Lamila Petschart" with the username @blondebrunetteredhead, the actresses have been posting various videos, and they're certainly keeping us entertained.
In a hilarious TikTok Camila also reposted to her Instagram, she and Lili danced in impressive coordination to "Fergalicious," joining in on the popular dance challenge from earlier in the summer. Madelaine and Camila also shared themselves practicing the "WAP challenge" in another video, which ended with Camila falling on the floor, so we can probably expect to see the full dance soon. Keep scrolling to see the best TikToks these three have posted together so far.
28 Coming-of-Age Movies From the '90s That Are Sure to Get You in Your Feels
Though movies from all genres are considered coming-of-age films, they all share one thing in common: a young protagonist having their first brush with adulthood. And while we can't scientifically prove that the best coming-of-age movies came to us in the '90s, there's no denying that the notoriously angsty decade produced some pretty great films about growing up that remain relatable classics we keep re-watching. Check out the gallery ahead for all the must-watch flicks about the pros and cons of growing up released in the '90s.
Target Your Core and Glutes With These 4 Intense, Equipment-Free Moves From Halle Berry
Halle Berry is back on her Fitness Friday Instagram game, and we couldn't be happier about it. This is the place where one of our favorite fit celebs shares her go-to ab workouts, favorite back-sculpting moves, and top resistance-band exercises, along with so much more. We tapped into her story today with high hopes, and Berry didn't disappoint us: she shared four moves to work your core and glutes, featuring none other than her son, Maceo!
Why the kid cameo? We'll let Berry explain. "With all the chaos that comes with virtual online learning, it can be difficult for little kids to stay energized and engaged," she wrote on Instagram. "So today, I thought I would throw my son Maceo into my workout! Fun for him and *necessary* for me!"
Check out Berry's moves ahead and try them in your own workout to work your glutes and core, using your bodyweight, dumbbells, or, you know, a child - whatever's easiest!
28 Coming-of-Age Movies From the '90s That Are Sure to Get You in Your Feels
Though movies from all genres are considered coming-of-age films, they all share one thing in common: a young protagonist having their first brush with adulthood. And while we can't scientifically prove that the best coming-of-age movies came to us in the '90s, there's no denying that the notoriously angsty decade produced some pretty great films about growing up that remain relatable classics we keep re-watching. Check out the gallery ahead for all the must-watch flicks about the pros and cons of growing up released in the '90s.
Target Your Core and Glutes With These 4 Intense, Equipment-Free Moves From Halle Berry
Halle Berry is back on her Fitness Friday Instagram game, and we couldn't be happier about it. This is the place where one of our favorite fit celebs shares her go-to ab workouts, favorite back-sculpting moves, and top resistance-band exercises, along with so much more. We tapped into her story today with high hopes, and Berry didn't disappoint us: she shared four moves to work your core and glutes, featuring none other than her son, Maceo!
Why the kid cameo? We'll let Berry explain. "With all the chaos that comes with virtual online learning, it can be difficult for little kids to stay energized and engaged," she wrote on Instagram. "So today, I thought I would throw my son Maceo into my workout! Fun for him and *necessary* for me!"
Check out Berry's moves ahead and try them in your own workout to work your glutes and core, using your bodyweight, dumbbells, or, you know, a child - whatever's easiest!
16 Disney+ Movies That Are Perfect For the Spooky Season
Spooky season is upon us, and nothing can beat the cozy, nostalgic feeling of curling up on a sofa and watching a Disney movie. Disney doesn't exactly do horror movies, but it has released its fair share of gently scary features! Now that Disney+ is fully here, you'll be able to access Disney's entire movie vault, including creepy-crawly classics. While you could sift through each Treehouse of Horror episode on The Simpsons (also on Disney+), you can check out the entertainment giant's Halloween-geared movies as well. Read ahead for Disney+'s spookiest selection of movies for both kids and adults alike, from Halloweentown to Hocus Pocus.
Netflix's Love, Guaranteed Is Worth Watching Just For the Insane Amount of Cozy Coats
If you're sitting down for a viewing of Netflix's latest romantic comedy, Love, Guaranteed, brace yourself for some major wardrobe envy. The film is set in Seattle during autumn, and Pacific Northwesterners know what that means: coat weather. However, you won't find any puffer jackets here.
Our hero, Susan (played by She's All That star Rachael Leigh Cook) prefers sleek, double-breasted camel coats, Ted Baker wrap coats, and crimson numbers with upturned collars. The lawyer is so broke that she can't afford a water cooler for her employees, but thank goodness her coat collection is thriving, right? The movie may be cheesy, but we can't help lusting after these wool blends - especially with fall fashion on our minds.
Ahead, take a look at all of Susan's coats, plus some that leading man Nick (Damon Wayans Jr.) and villain Tamara (Heather Graham) wear. We did manage to find some exact matches, along with some very similar looks.
25 Bestselling Leggings We Honestly Can't Believe Are on Sale Right Now
Let's be real: We always need new leggings, and as much fun as it is to shop for them, it's even more fun when they're on sale. When we go to put our favorite pairs in our shopping cart, and they just so happen to be discounted, it feels almost euphoric. Right now, so many of us are working from home, and leggings have become our new uniform. The Labor Day sales are upon us, so if you're wondering what to shop, we'd recommend leggings.
What are we into right now? Well, Alo's bestselling moto leggings have been discounted, and it's really a treat. Plus, there are such cute pairs available from Nike, Bandier, and Zella. There are so many great styles at a discount right now, and if you're staying at home, you might as well shop online. Don't wait a second longer, and shop your favorites before they're gone!
Related: These 49 Fitness Deals Will Have You Even More Excited For Labor Day Weekend
16 Disney+ Movies That Are Perfect For the Spooky Season
Spooky season is upon us, and nothing can beat the cozy, nostalgic feeling of curling up on a sofa and watching a Disney movie. Disney doesn't exactly do horror movies, but it has released its fair share of gently scary features! Now that Disney+ is fully here, you'll be able to access Disney's entire movie vault, including creepy-crawly classics. While you could sift through each Treehouse of Horror episode on The Simpsons (also on Disney+), you can check out the entertainment giant's Halloween-geared movies as well. Read ahead for Disney+'s spookiest selection of movies for both kids and adults alike, from Halloweentown to Hocus Pocus.
vendredi 4 septembre 2020
I'm Obsessed With Skin Care, and This Is My Morning Routine
Today, I consider my skin care routine to be a ritualistic moment of self-care, but that wasn't always the case. I didn't really have a skin care routine in high school, until a battle with acne left me no choice. I had to start slowly and work my way up. An esthetician once told me that with my skin, less is more. I have combination, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, so even the slightest thing will break me out. Because of this, I've had to be very discerning about my routine, and while there are still some things I'm trying out, I've basically got my morning skin care down to a science.
Through all that I've learned about skin care, perhaps the most important thing might be to listen to your skin. You know what's going on with your face better than anyone, and the more in tune you are with your skin, the more effective your skin care will be. Also, it's important to note that I'm not a doctor or esthetician, just someone who wants constantly glowy, clear skin. These are the 15 products I use to get there.
I'm Obsessed With Skin Care, and This Is My Morning Routine
Today, I consider my skin care routine to be a ritualistic moment of self-care, but that wasn't always the case. I didn't really have a skin care routine in high school, until a battle with acne left me no choice. I had to start slowly and work my way up. An esthetician once told me that with my skin, less is more. I have combination, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, so even the slightest thing will break me out. Because of this, I've had to be very discerning about my routine, and while there are still some things I'm trying out, I've basically got my morning skin care down to a science.
Through all that I've learned about skin care, perhaps the most important thing might be to listen to your skin. You know what's going on with your face better than anyone, and the more in tune you are with your skin, the more effective your skin care will be. Also, it's important to note that I'm not a doctor or esthetician, just someone who wants constantly glowy, clear skin. These are the 15 products I use to get there.
8 Shoe Styles You Should Own - From Comfy Flats to Statement Heels
We could never have too many shoes. Sometimes we think that truly may be the case. However, we don't have the budget (or closet space, for that matter) to jump on every single trend. To make your shopping experience more seamless, we narrowed it down to 8 staple shoe styles that every woman should own at least one of.
Take a look and follow our trusted footwear plan, so that no matter the occasion you'll always be set. We've found them all, from attention-grabbing statement heels to your favorite pair of sneakers. Keep scrolling to see our absolute must haves.
- Additional Reporting by Hannah Weil McKinley
"We're Being Confronted": Energy Healer Millana Snow on Racism in Wellness
Millana Snow has been in the wellness world for ten years, which means she's seen a lot. She's experienced a lot. And one thing she knows: the lack of diversity in fitness has been an issue for a long time.
"When the Black Lives Matter movement really got the attention that it needed to have, people came to me because they identified me as a Black woman in the space of healing," said Snow, an energy healer and the founder of Wellness Official. "But I have been helping people in this way for ten years."
It was frustrating, Snow told POPSUGAR. She had been sharing her message and her skills for a long time, and yet, it seemed like they weren't valid or valued "until there was social pressure for people to align themselves with people that looked like me." Snow is Black, Latina, and white, and she does what she does "independent of what physical form I come in," she explained. "It was like I was getting attention because of the way that I looked as a Black woman, instead of just getting the respect as a person who has been doing the work for a long time and has a lot to share."
"It's the unseen, unconscious pattern of taking from those that you think that you can benefit from, because you perceive them to be less than you."
In her years in wellness, Snow has experienced the effects of racism herself, something she's only recently shared publicly. In her previous business, Snow had a difficult experience with her business partners, one she described as bullying and slanderous. "It just so happened that these were two white women," she said. At first, she didn't realize it had anything to do with race. The wake-up call came when she saw Get Out, the groundbreaking Jordan Peele movie that personified the horrors of racism and modern colonization.
"In my own way, symbolically, that was actually my experience," Snow explained. "There was a deeper implication, because of this pattern in history of what colonizing actually is. It doesn't mean that it's just white people that do that. It's the unseen, unconscious pattern of taking from those that you think that you can benefit from, because you perceive them to be less than you." She points out that it's not just Black people who experience this either. "Frankly, it's happening to people of every gender, race, cultural background."
Snow has also experienced what she called the "other side" of racism in wellness. When she first started out in wellness, she got a lot of attention. "I was getting a lot of press," she said. "I'm a model. I did a lot of TV and fashion. I'm a light-skinned woman." She realized, though, that she was being tokenized. "When they needed someone of color, I was the one that was OK to put in that role." It was that experience of that informed the way she runs Wellness Official: instead of being the token Black voice, she said, "I can be the reason why everyone gets a seat at the table."
At the end of the day, Snow said, "we're being confronted": about systemic racism and our own shortcomings, in wellness and in every sphere. But she put it bluntly: "If we don't actually start caring and putting a priority on the sh*t that really matters, we're going to go to a very dark place that will be very hard to get out of."
"Let's do the work first," Snow said. "Then you'll see that everything else just feels better."
Costco's Edible Brownie Batter Is Made For Dipping Cookies, Strawberries, and More
Sorry, Mom, but if I'm whipping up a fresh batch of brownies, I do dip a finger into the bowl to sneak a taste before they hit the oven. If, like me, you have no control over your love for desserts, grab a spoon because Costco is selling giant tubs of edible brownie batter, and my sweet tooth is a little bit in love. Much like a dessert hummus, the Delighted By Desserts Edible Brownie Batter is made with a garbanzo bean base, making it so much healthier than a bowl full of uncooked flour and raw eggs.
The brownie batter is also dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, Kosher, and only has 60 calories per serving. So I may have to stock up and make some room in the fridge next to the edible cookie dough. The batter, available for $6 per 8-ounce container at Target, also comes is a container twice as big at Costco. While you try to decide just how much brownie batter needs to make its way into your life ASAP, take a closer look at the chocolaty dessert here.
20 Celebrities You Forgot Guest Starred on Sister, Sister - Yep, That's Brittany Murphy!
Attention, '90s kids: put down your pastel Tamagotchis and prepare to chillax on the couch, because Sister, Sister is streaming on Netflix, and we need a minute to process how many famous faces keep popping up on the screen. Like spotting an old friend walking down the sidewalk, we were excited to see celebrities like Kenan Thompson, Kel Mitchell, and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen in an episode here and there, and psyched when we realized celebrities like Gabrielle Union, Rachael Harris, and the late Brittany Murphy had recurring roles throughout the show.
From their retro fashion sense to their '90s slang, we can't get over these baby-faced celebrities that keep showing up on screen. Take a peek at some of the famous faces you should keep an eye out for while you watch (or rewatch) the series ahead, and test your Sister, Sister knowledge with this majorly awesome throwback quiz.
Costco's Edible Brownie Batter Is Made For Dipping Cookies, Strawberries, and More
Sorry, Mom, but if I'm whipping up a fresh batch of brownies, I do dip a finger into the bowl to sneak a taste before they hit the oven. If, like me, you have no control over your love for desserts, grab a spoon because Costco is selling giant tubs of edible brownie batter, and my sweet tooth is a little bit in love. Much like a dessert hummus, the Delighted By Desserts Edible Brownie Batter is made with a garbanzo bean base, making it so much healthier than a bowl full of uncooked flour and raw eggs.
The brownie batter is also dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, Kosher, and only has 60 calories per serving. So I may have to stock up and make some room in the fridge next to the edible cookie dough. The batter, available for $6 per 8-ounce container at Target, also comes is a container twice as big at Costco. While you try to decide just how much brownie batter needs to make its way into your life ASAP, take a closer look at the chocolaty dessert here.
8 Shoe Styles You Should Own - From Comfy Flats to Statement Heels
We could never have too many shoes. Sometimes we think that truly may be the case. However, we don't have the budget (or closet space, for that matter) to jump on every single trend. To make your shopping experience more seamless, we narrowed it down to 8 staple shoe styles that every woman should own at least one of.
Take a look and follow our trusted footwear plan, so that no matter the occasion you'll always be set. We've found them all, from attention-grabbing statement heels to your favorite pair of sneakers. Keep scrolling to see our absolute must haves.
- Additional Reporting by Hannah Weil McKinley
"We're Being Confronted": Energy Healer Millana Snow on Racism in Wellness
Millana Snow has been in the wellness world for ten years, which means she's seen a lot. She's experienced a lot. And one thing she knows: the lack of diversity in fitness has been an issue for a long time.
"When the Black Lives Matter movement really got the attention that it needed to have, people came to me because they identified me as a Black woman in the space of healing," said Snow, an energy healer and the founder of Wellness Official. "But I have been helping people in this way for ten years."
It was frustrating, Snow told POPSUGAR. She had been sharing her message and her skills for a long time, and yet, it seemed like they weren't valid or valued "until there was social pressure for people to align themselves with people that looked like me." Snow is Black, Latina, and white, and she does what she does "independent of what physical form I come in," she explained. "It was like I was getting attention because of the way that I looked as a Black woman, instead of just getting the respect as a person who has been doing the work for a long time and has a lot to share."
"It's the unseen, unconscious pattern of taking from those that you think that you can benefit from, because you perceive them to be less than you."
In her years in wellness, Snow has experienced the effects of racism herself, something she's only recently shared publicly. In her previous business, Snow had a difficult experience with her business partners, one she described as bullying and slanderous. "It just so happened that these were two white women," she said. At first, she didn't realize it had anything to do with race. The wake-up call came when she saw Get Out, the groundbreaking Jordan Peele movie that personified the horrors of racism and modern colonization.
"In my own way, symbolically, that was actually my experience," Snow explained. "There was a deeper implication, because of this pattern in history of what colonizing actually is. It doesn't mean that it's just white people that do that. It's the unseen, unconscious pattern of taking from those that you think that you can benefit from, because you perceive them to be less than you." She points out that it's not just Black people who experience this either. "Frankly, it's happening to people of every gender, race, cultural background."
Snow has also experienced what she called the "other side" of racism in wellness. When she first started out in wellness, she got a lot of attention. "I was getting a lot of press," she said. "I'm a model. I did a lot of TV and fashion. I'm a light-skinned woman." She realized, though, that she was being tokenized. "When they needed someone of color, I was the one that was OK to put in that role." It was that experience of that informed the way she runs Wellness Official: instead of being the token Black voice, she said, "I can be the reason why everyone gets a seat at the table."
At the end of the day, Snow said, "we're being confronted": about systemic racism and our own shortcomings, in wellness and in every sphere. But she put it bluntly: "If we don't actually start caring and putting a priority on the sh*t that really matters, we're going to go to a very dark place that will be very hard to get out of."
"Let's do the work first," Snow said. "Then you'll see that everything else just feels better."
7 of the Worst Things to Happen on The Boys Season 1 - And They’re All Homelander's Fault
When you hear the word "superhero," you envision someone inherently good that will do anything to stop an evildoer. At the beginning of the very first episode of The Boys, Homelander (played by the simultaneously charming and terrifying Antony Starr) seems like he might be the only "good guy" in The Seven. By the end of that episode, however, we see he's actually the worst of them all. Whether he's shooting down planes or threatening fellow team members, Homelander doesn't give a f*ck so long as no one tarnishes his public image. As a refresher for season two, we've ranked the worst things Homelander does, from offensive to downright evil, throughout season one.
20 Celebrities You Forgot Guest Starred on Sister, Sister - Yep, That's Brittany Murphy!
Attention, '90s kids: put down your pastel Tamagotchis and prepare to chillax on the couch, because Sister, Sister is streaming on Netflix, and we need a minute to process how many famous faces keep popping up on the screen. Like spotting an old friend walking down the sidewalk, we were excited to see celebrities like Kenan Thompson, Kel Mitchell, and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen in an episode here and there, and psyched when we realized celebrities like Gabrielle Union, Rachael Harris, and the late Brittany Murphy had recurring roles throughout the show.
From their retro fashion sense to their '90s slang, we can't get over these baby-faced celebrities that keep showing up on screen. Take a peek at some of the famous faces you should keep an eye out for while you watch (or rewatch) the series ahead, and test your Sister, Sister knowledge with this majorly awesome throwback quiz.
7 of the Worst Things to Happen on The Boys Season 1 - And They’re All Homelander's Fault
When you hear the word "superhero," you envision someone inherently good that will do anything to stop an evildoer. At the beginning of the very first episode of The Boys, Homelander (played by the simultaneously charming and terrifying Antony Starr) seems like he might be the only "good guy" in The Seven. By the end of that episode, however, we see he's actually the worst of them all. Whether he's shooting down planes or threatening fellow team members, Homelander doesn't give a f*ck so long as no one tarnishes his public image. As a refresher for season two, we've ranked the worst things Homelander does, from offensive to downright evil, throughout season one.
Costco's Edible Brownie Batter Is Made For Dipping Cookies, Strawberries, and More
Sorry, Mom, but if I'm whipping up a fresh batch of brownies, I do dip a finger into the bowl to sneak a taste before they hit the oven. If, like me, you have no control over your love for desserts, grab a spoon because Costco is selling giant tubs of edible brownie batter, and my sweet tooth is a little bit in love. Much like a dessert hummus, the Delighted By Desserts Edible Brownie Batter is made with a garbanzo bean base, making it so much healthier than a bowl full of uncooked flour and raw eggs.
The brownie batter is also dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, Kosher, and only has 60 calories per serving. So I may have to stock up and make some room in the fridge next to the edible cookie dough. The batter, available for $6 per 8-ounce container at Target, also comes is a container twice as big at Costco. While you try to decide just how much brownie batter needs to make its way into your life ASAP, take a closer look at the chocolaty dessert here.
Kendall Jenner's Lake Vacation Looks So Peaceful, but Her Swimwear Is Playful as Ever
Kendall Jenner is currently vacationing at a secluded lake, and while I'm of course envious of her gorgeous nature trip, I'm also very interested in the swimwear she brought with her. The model took to Instagram on Thursday to share snaps from her relaxing getaway, which includes shots of Kendall sporting both a fun floral bikini and a cherry-print suit, as well as the picturesque scenery.
Captioning the carousel "i 💛 lakes," in the first photo, Kendall posed in a bright-yellow triangle top with colorful floral details and matching high-cut bottoms. Her adorable set is from Heavy Manners, and while stock is running low for her exact swimsuit, the brand also has many similar print bikinis in the same cut. She wore the same sunny two-piece while casually riding a jet ski in the lake.
In another snap, Kendall is seen lying on a deck by the glistening water, in a cherry-print swim set from HVN and a simple baseball cap. Luckily, the fruit bra bikini top and matching tie bottoms are still available on HVN in multiple sizes. Ahead, get a closer look at Kendall's lake 'grams and shop her exact swimwear.
Experts Explain Why a Vaccine Is the Only Safe Way to Achieve Herd Immunity For COVID-19
You may have heard the term "herd immunity" tossed around in response to the novel coronavirus, but the idea that we could overcome the pandemic if enough people were exposed to COVID-19 is a dangerous notion. In fact, experts told POPSUGAR that it could lead to "millions of excess deaths."
"There is a common misconception about the coronavirus that all that is needed is herd immunity and the pandemic will cease," said David Cutler, MD, a family medicine physician at Providence Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, CA. "The misconception is that herd immunity can be achieved with ease, low cost, and few lives lost." According to Dr. Cutler, this couldn't be further from the truth, and herd immunity is actually quite difficult to achieve.
What Is Herd Immunity?
"Herd immunity occurs when a high percentage of a population is immune to a disease, either from having a prior infection then recovering or from a vaccination," Natasha Bhuyan, MD, a physician and regional director at One Medical, told POPSUGAR. "The exact threshold for herd immunity depends on the specific disease."
Dr. Cutler explained that this threshold varies based on how easily the disease is spread. "Measles, which is highly infectious, requires over 90 percent of the population to be immune before herd immunity will be achieved. Meanwhile, influenza can be controlled with a 60 percent level of herd immunity," he said. COVID-19 might be somewhere in the middle: "Most experts expect that coronavirus would require 70 to 80 percent protection to achieve herd immunity."
Herd immunity is typically achieved through a vaccine, such as that for polio. "This is a disease which just a few decades ago brought fear to parents that their children would be paralyzed for life. And although isolated cases still occur in many places, a high enough proportion of people are immune through vaccination that epidemics no longer occur," Dr. Cutler said.
In other cases, like chicken pox, herd immunity has been achieved through vaccination and natural exposure, he explained. "Before the vaccine existed, parents would bring previously uninfected children into contact with the disease to get them infected, and thus immune before adulthood, when the disease could be much more serious."
Why Can't We Achieve "Natural" Herd Immunity to COVID-19?
There are a few reasons. First, "the prevalence rate is not high enough currently to confer immunity in enough individuals," Dr. Bhuyan said, meaning that many more would need to be exposed to achieve herd immunity. "Additionally, we actually know very little about individual immunity from COVID-19." It's still too soon for medical experts to know how many people develop immunity to the disease or how long that immunity lasts, which means we could be risking people's lives with little to no hope of achieving the desired outcome.
That's where things get particularly dangerous with COVID-19 - because while some would argue that the virus isn't that deadly, that simply isn't true. The death rate is much higher for those over 80, Dr. Cutler explained, and "sex, race, and underlying health conditions can also pose increased risk." Bottom line: "This approach to achieving herd immunity assumes vulnerable people will not be exposed, and that is why achieving herd immunity without a vaccine is problematic," he said.
"It would result in millions of excess deaths in the hope of achieving herd immunity through widespread exposure," Dr. Cutler continued. "And even if enough people got infected, there would be no assurance of achieving effective herd immunity." The focus should instead be on developing a safe and effective vaccine as soon as possible.
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.
Kendall Jenner's Lake Vacation Looks So Peaceful, But Her Swimwear Is Playful as Ever
Kendall Jenner is currently vacationing at a secluded lake, and while I'm of course envious of her gorgeous nature trip, I'm also very interested in the swimwear she brought with her. The model took to Instagram on Thursday to share snaps from her relaxing getaway, which includes shots of Kendall sporting both a fun floral bikini and cherry print suit, as well as the picturesque scenery.
Captioning the carousel, "i 💛 lakes," in the first photo, Kendall posed in a bright yellow triangle top with colorful floral details and matching high-cut bottoms. Her adorable set is from Heavy Manners, and while stock is running low for her exact swimsuit, the brand also has many similar print bikinis in the same cut. She wore the same sunny two-piece while casually riding a jet ski in the lake.
In another snap, Kendall is seen lying on a deck by the glistening water, in a cherry print swim set from HVN and a simple baseball cap. Luckily, the fruit bra bikini top and matching tie bottoms are still available on HVN in multiple sizes. Ahead, get a closer look at Kendall's lake 'grams and shop her exact swimwear.
Countdown to the Spookiest Day of the Year With These 31 Halloween Advent Calendars
If you or a family member has been chomping at the bit to celebrate Halloween, we've discovered a novelty item that may bring you relief. It goes by the name of a Halloween advent calendar, and yes, it's made for Halloween, not Christmas. The calendar counts down the days from Oct. 1 to Oct. 31 in creepy style, so while you may not be able to start the haunted party right away, you can begin the celebration 31 days in advance. Each advent calendar has its own unique look that ranges from cardboard to wood to felt calendars and more, and is complete with hidden windows, drawers, and boxes throughout. Each day of the countdown will hold a creepy new surprise, making Halloween feel much longer than a single day. Ensure your whole October is as chilling as Halloween itself with the ghostly calendars that lie ahead.
Related: A Halloween Haul Is Right! Michaels's 2020 Selection of Spooky Decor Is Frighteningly Festive
My Fall Wish List Looks a Lot Like Revolve's New Arrivals
This fall, our fashion choices are a bit different than usual. We're leaning into comfort more than ever before, and we're not mad about it, but it does feel nice to put on something other than sweatpants every single day. Since the new season is upon us, we're preparing with cute cardigans, matching sets, and even jeans. Yes, we said it. In our opinion, denim is here to stay.
If you're feeling like your closet needs a little seasonal refresh, grab these 18 pieces from Revolve. We're very into the lace-up boots, the sweater sets, and the dresses that feel both elevated and cozy. Keep on reading to shop our picks!
Experts Explain Why a Vaccine Is the Only Safe Way to Achieve Herd Immunity For COVID-19
You may have heard the term "herd immunity" tossed around in response to the novel coronavirus, but the idea that we could overcome the pandemic if enough people were exposed to COVID-19 is a dangerous notion. In fact, experts told POPSUGAR that it could lead to "millions of excess deaths."
"There is a common misconception about the coronavirus that all that is needed is herd immunity and the pandemic will cease," said David Cutler, MD, a family medicine physician at Providence Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, CA. "The misconception is that herd immunity can be achieved with ease, low cost, and few lives lost." According to Dr. Cutler, this couldn't be further from the truth, and herd immunity is actually quite difficult to achieve.
What Is Herd Immunity?
"Herd immunity occurs when a high percentage of a population is immune to a disease, either from having a prior infection then recovering or from a vaccination," Natasha Bhuyan, MD, a physician and regional director at One Medical, told POPSUGAR. "The exact threshold for herd immunity depends on the specific disease."
Dr. Cutler explained that this threshold varies based on how easily the disease is spread. "Measles, which is highly infectious, requires over 90 percent of the population to be immune before herd immunity will be achieved. Meanwhile, influenza can be controlled with a 60 percent level of herd immunity," he said. COVID-19 might be somewhere in the middle: "Most experts expect that coronavirus would require 70 to 80 percent protection to achieve herd immunity."
Herd immunity is typically achieved through a vaccine, such as that for polio. "This is a disease which just a few decades ago brought fear to parents that their children would be paralyzed for life. And although isolated cases still occur in many places, a high enough proportion of people are immune through vaccination that epidemics no longer occur," Dr. Cutler said.
In other cases, like chicken pox, herd immunity has been achieved through vaccination and natural exposure, he explained. "Before the vaccine existed, parents would bring previously uninfected children into contact with the disease to get them infected, and thus immune before adulthood, when the disease could be much more serious."
Why Can't We Achieve "Natural" Herd Immunity to COVID-19?
There are a few reasons. First, "the prevalence rate is not high enough currently to confer immunity in enough individuals," Dr. Bhuyan said, meaning that many more would need to be exposed to achieve herd immunity. "Additionally, we actually know very little about individual immunity from COVID-19." It's still too soon for medical experts to know how many people develop immunity to the disease or how long that immunity lasts, which means we could be risking people's lives with little to no hope of achieving the desired outcome.
That's where things get particularly dangerous with COVID-19 - because while some would argue that the virus isn't that deadly, that simply isn't true. The death rate is much higher for those over 80, Dr. Cutler explained, and "sex, race, and underlying health conditions can also pose increased risk." Bottom line: "This approach to achieving herd immunity assumes vulnerable people will not be exposed, and that is why achieving herd immunity without a vaccine is problematic," he said.
"It would result in millions of excess deaths in the hope of achieving herd immunity through widespread exposure," Dr. Cutler continued. "And even if enough people got infected, there would be no assurance of achieving effective herd immunity." The focus should instead be on developing a safe and effective vaccine as soon as possible.
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.
The Retro Disney Characters That Inspired Mulan's Biggest Hair and Makeup Moments
We've been anticipating the release of Disney's live-action Mulan ever since we caught word that it was in the works. Now that the premiere is finally here, we can't wait to see how this reboot takes the original animated story that we all know and love and transforms it into a larger-than-life live-action film. Judging by the official trailer, posters, and behind the scenes snapshots from filming, it's clear this is going to be a beautiful movie with elaborate hair, makeup, and costume designs.
Hair and makeup designer Denise Kum had the all-important job of bringing the movie characters to life. Leading up to filming, she spent time researching China's rich history and culture, specifically during the Tang Dynasty - the empire that Mulan's story is loosely based on - and allowed that to guide her hair and makeup decisions.
"We're not trying to be 100 percent historically accurate because we wanted to be able to have a little bit of fantasy in there as well," Kum told POPSUGAR. "You've got at once incredible naturalism and then you've got also this mysterious fantasy element which is much more a mix of incredible traditional elements of makeup and the idea of symbolism in Chinese."
Ahead, she talks about how she blended elements of fantasy with the Chinese culture and color symbolism to create each of the characters' looks. (Spoiler alert: it involves some of your favorite retro Disney characters.)
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