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A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
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Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
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Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
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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.
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dimanche 30 septembre 2018
12 Women Share What They Fantasize About When Masturbating
There's nothing wrong with taking some much needed "me" time for a solo session. In fact, masturbating is actually really good for you, as it's teeming with health and wellness perks! Plus, it obviously feels amazing, and as you come to learn more about your body and what gets you off, you're in for some mind-blowing orgasms. No matter how great your partner might be in bed, it's really nice to be alone with your own thoughts and hands, where you can control your own pleasure.
Yet, sometimes you run out of visuals or life's circumstances change. Perhaps you don't really want to think about your ex who crushed your heart into a million little pieces. Here are some fresh ideas from real women who know how to get that "O" every time.
Related: I Masturbated Every Day For a Week - Here's What Happened
Princess Anne Is Still the Sassiest Royal Around, and These 7 Facts Confirm It
We all know Princess Anne has a style all her own, but a new documentary has given us a glimpse behind the scenes of the royal family. In Queen of the World, Anne really upped the attitude and somehow made us love her even more. From shaking hands to what to call your mother when she happens to be the queen, Anne had us in stitches with her thoughts and opinions. Ahead of the show's US debut on HBO on Oct. 1, here are just a few of those moments that proved she's the sassiest royal of them all (although Princess Charlotte seems to be coming for second place!).
Will Carnage Appear in Venom? The Answer Is Complicated
The road to the release of Sony's Venom film has been a long and winding one. In fact, it's been over a decade in the making. Sony first began planning for a standalone Venom film after the character appeared in 2007's Spider-Man 3. That's right: Venom has been in development since Tobey Maguire played Peter Parker! After two reboots of the Spider-Man universe, Venom's time has finally come, with a solo movie about the journalist Eddie Brock who is fused with an alien symbiote. But which other characters from the Spider-Man universe will appear in the movie? It's been confirmed that Spider-Man himself will not appear, so the focus has shifted to another potential character: Carnage.
For the uninitiated, Carnage - the alter ego of Cletus Kasady - is a longtime enemy of Venom's in Marvel comics. Like Venom himself, Carnage gets his powers from a powerful symbiote from a species that once was benevolent but has been corrupted. For several of the years that Venom was in development at Sony, Carnage was openly referred to as the villain of the movie; at one point, the film's working title was Venom: Carnage. By the time the 2018 movie was underway, however, Carnage seemed to have all but disappeared from the storyline. In his place is Riz Ahmed's Riot (below), a lesser-known symbiote villain, and Carnage is nowhere to be found in the cast.
If you were hoping Carnage would appear, though, don't lose hope just yet! There are a couple of theories that suggest Carnage will show up after all. One theory suggests that Ahmed's Riot is actually a red herring and will be revealed to be Carnage after all. Another suggests that Woody Harrelson's character, who is unnamed and slated to appear just in a cameo role that will set up future appearances, will turn out to be Carnage (or a pre-Carnage Cletus Kasady). This one makes a lot of sense since Carnage is Venom's ultimate villain, a sort of evil mirror image of the morally complicated Venom, so teasing him for the future seems like a smarter move than using him in the very first movie of a planned series.
Whatever the plan, it's pretty likely that Carnage will appear at some point in the new Sony/Marvel universe; it's just a matter of when and how.
Burn Major Calories With This Cardio Workout You Can Do at Home
Burn major calories with this 30-minute full-body cardio workout - you don't even need to leave your home. Be sure to have a towel and water bottle nearby because you are sure to work up a major sweat!
On Anna: Lorna Jane top and BodyLanguage tights / On Dre: Graced by Grit top and Vimmia tights / On Dani: Graced by Grit top and ChiChi Tights
Trying Weight Watchers? Here's a Full Week of Meals to Get You Started
When you start a new diet or healthy lifestyle, it can be so hard to figure out exactly what to eat day in and day out. And if you're anything like me, you can also fall into a rut of eating the same thing every day - once I've figured out the nutritional information for a dish, it's easier to keep eating it than to spend time researching something new.
Fortunately, when it comes to Weight Watchers, you can easily use the app to scan the barcode of a package to get the SmartPoints value. There's also the handy rule of thumb that fruits and vegetables are 0 SmartPoints. Over time you'll learn the SmartPoints values of foods you eat again and again and be able to rack up your daily totals in your head. Until then, we've put together a week of meals and snacks to get you started.
Using a daily SmartPoints base of 25, this meal plan includes three meals and a snack for seven days. You can find all the recipes you'll need here, and if your SmartPoints daily base is less or more than 25, there's a little wiggle room each day to add an extra snack or take something out.
The 7 Types of Boots You'll See Everywhere This Fall, Your Closet Included
Fall is the best time to invest in a new pair of boots. If you think about it from a trend perspective, the silhouette you choose will last you well into next year, and all the styles here are appropriate for each and every month. You might be sporting your cowboy boots with a floral midi dress now, but work them with a cozy shearling coat and thick denim come Winter, and you've got a whole new look on your hands.
Boots are so popular (come on, who doesn't love 'em?) that it was hard to narrow down our list to the top five pairs you need. Instead, take a look at the seven shapes that are making it big this season, along with our favorite iterations at a variety of price points.
These Are the 10 Most Flattering Trends to Rock This Fall
With Fall nearly here, you're probably ready to break out your favorite sweaters, jeans, and leather jackets. If your closet is in need of a style revamp, just look to the Fall fashion trends that designers, bloggers, and street style stars have already embraced. The best part? All of the season's biggest trends are not only stylish and fashion-forward but super flattering and easy to pull off, too.
From sexy side slits to chic plaid prints and sleek tailored suiting, these are the styles that are bound to look good on everyone regardless of body types, shapes or sizes. Click through to see all the universally flattering trends, then give your Fall wardrobe an upgrade by shopping the trendsetting pieces for yourself.
Get to Know Fall's 8 Most Wearable Trends
If you're the type to shy away from new trends out of fear they're too eccentric, welcome Fall 2018 with open arms. Throughout Fashion Month, all we saw were familiar patterns, colors, coats, and layering tricks, perhaps just worn in new ways. The eight most prominent style statements are ones virtually anyone could pull off - and they're all ridiculously flattering, too. Brush up on the standout takeaways from the Spring 2018 season, then read our fresh report from start to finish and prepare for an eye-catching wardrobe this year that's actually remarkably comfortable.
Support Latinx Brands With These 9 Incredible Beauty Gifts
During Hispanic Heritage Month, consider trying out some of our favorite Latinx-owned beauty brands, or start stocking up for your holiday gifting needs.
These incredible brands were all started by Latinx founders and have some of the prettiest gifts we've ever seen. Your friends will be thrilled to unwrap a rose gold set from Honest Beauty, a precious set of studded lipsticks from Kat Von D, or a fun find from a lesser-known brand like Reina Rebelde, all while supporting Latinx-founded brands.
Keep reading to see the best beauty gifts your friends will love while learning a little bit about the brands.
This Día de los Muertos Wedding Shoot Was Inspired by a Mexican Artist
To celebrate her models' Latinx heritage and culture, photographer Christine Barker chose to orchestrate a gorgeous Día de los Muertos-styled wedding shoot at California's Santa Ana Train Depot. Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday when friends and family gather to honor loved ones who have passed away.
This beautiful shoot was inspired by a 1910 illustration of "La Catrina" by Mexican artist Jose Guadalupe Posada. In fact, if you take a closer look at the invitation, you'll see that it is for Catrina and Jose. The women in the shoot are wearing gorgeous vintage-inspired gowns, and the bride carries a hand-crafted bouquet accentuated with a rosary and black feathers. The groom is wearing a thrifted coat with hand-painted skeleton detailing. Fun fact: that coat was originally worn by Daniel Craig in the James Bond movie Spectre, which explains the impeccable tailoring!
"From the precise makeup to the beautiful rosary on the bouquet to the intricately decorated Calavera on the top of the gorgeous cake, no detail was overlooked," said Barker. The huge effort clearly paid off for this beautiful shoot - keep reading to see the amazing pictures!
Outlander: Why Stephen Bonnet Is 1 of the Worst Villains in the Series
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When Outlander returns this Fall with its fourth season, a new character is joining the crew in the form of Stephen Bonnet, played by Downton Abbey alum Ed Speleers. Book readers know that Bonnet is a villain of the darkest kind, and he is about to wreak havoc on the Frasers' lives for several years to come.
But for you non-book-readers who are dying to know how the character plays out, we're here with a guide to the character in the upcoming books/seasons.
Warning: spoilers from books four through six below!
Drums of Autumn
When season four picks up, Claire (Caitriona Balfe) and Jamie (Sam Heughan) are in Charleston, SC, on their way to a North Carolina plantation owned by Jamie's Aunt Jocasta (Maria Doyle Kennedy). They pause in Charleston to bear witness to the hanging of one of Jamie's men from Ardsmuir Prison so that he won't be alone and can have a proper burial afterward.
But another man is set to be hanged alongside Jamie's friend, and it's here we meet Bonnet. He escapes the gallows and later begs Jamie and his group to help him escape the authorities. Jamie does so, and it's a decision that comes back to haunt him.
First, Bonnet and some fellow criminals rob Jamie and Claire, getting away with Claire's gold wedding ring from her marriage to Frank. Much later, after Brianna (Sophie Skelton) and Roger (Richard Rankin) have traveled back to 1760s America, Bonnet rapes Brianna when she tries to get her mother's ring back from him. He does give her the ring as "payment" for the rape, but the fallout is that, when Brianna discovers she is pregnant, she doesn't know for sure whether the father is Bonnet or Roger.
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Bonnet thwarts death once more in this book when he escapes execution at Cross Creek. Brianna had come there to confront her attacker before his death and ended up revealing that he might be her baby's father. Before he flees for good (in this book at least), Bonnet gives Brianna a diamond to help her care for the baby, which Brianna names Jeremiah (nickname Jemmy) after Roger's father. Roger may or may not be Jemmy's biological father, but he is the man raising Jemmy, so he's the father either way.
The Fiery Cross
Despite Brianna having come to terms with her rape, her father is another story. He is still trying to track down her rapist and make him pay for what he did to Brianna. Roger is supportive of Jamie's plan and asks his father-in-law to train him in fighting so that he may be the one to kill Bonnet.
We don't see the odious man for a while, but eventually he comes upon Claire and young Jemmy and thinks that the young boy is his son. Bonnet reveals that he has been trying to steal gold that is supposedly hidden away on Jocasta's plantation and now he intends to take Jemmy. But before he can, Brianna shoots him in the groin and he flees once again.
A Breath of Snow and Ashes
It is now mid-1773 and the first time we see Bonnet in this book, he is once again trying to get close to Jemmy. He has also become somewhat obsessed with Brianna, eventually having her kidnapped and taken aboard his ship bound for Ocracoke, an island off the coast of North Carolina.
He doesn't attack her again because she's pregnant, but he does make her sleep with him in his bed and reveals some of his personal fears to her. Still, he's a true villain at heart, as he tries to sell Brianna to the highest bidder. Fortunately, her family arrives and rescues her.
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Brianna chooses to hand Bonnet over to the authorities rather than dispense punishment herself. He is found guilty and sentenced to death by drowning, which involves tying him to a post in a harbor as the tide comes in. But before he can be completely submerged, Brianna shows him a bit of mercy and shoots Bonnet in the head.
Needless to say, over the next three Outlander seasons, Stephen Bonnet is about to become quite the antagonist for the Fraser clan.
Outlander's fourth season premieres Nov. 4 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Starz.
Zoë Kravitz Couldn't Stop Smiling With Dad Lenny Kravitz During His Exhibition Opening
We've never seen anyone make Lenny Kravitz smile quite like his daughter, Zoë. After participating in a hilarious lip sync battle days earlier, the stunning duo had yet another chance for a sweet family reunion, this time to celebrate the "Dom Perignon & Lenny Kravitz: Assemblage Exhibition" opening on Sept. 28.
With parents like Lenny and the ever-iconic Lisa Bonet, it's really no mystery that Zoë's one of the most intriguing actresses in Hollywood. Add in her ridiculously cool stepdad Jason Momoa and her half-siblings Nakoa-Wolf and Lola (the inspiration behind her band Lolawolf), and you've got the recipe for an impressive family. Keep reading to see more pics from Zoë and Lenny's sweet night out, and make sure you check out these snaps of their cutest family moments.
You're Not Imagining Things; Lucas Hedges Is Everywhere Right Now
We were so thrilled when we heard that Garrard Conley's memoir Boy Erased was getting a big-screen adaptation written and directed by Joel Edgerton. The story follows Jared, a teenager living in a small Arkansas town who is unwillingly outed to his devout Baptist parents and subsequently must attend a gay conversion therapy program through his church. It's a compelling story that's already been getting a ton of buzz, and we have been counting down the days until its Nov. 2 release.
That excitement quadrupled when we heard the power players who would head up the cast. Ever since Nicole Kidman knocked our socks off in Big Little Lies, we've been patiently waiting for more opportunities to see her own the theater. She has been cast as Nancy, Jared's mother, and we can hear the Oscar buzz already. Then, we have New Zealander Russell Crowe depicting Jared's pastor father, Marshall. Even Edgerton himself has a role in the film, playing the head therapist at the gay conversion therapy program. The true star, however, is Lucas Hedges, who plays the intricate character of Jared as he navigates this arduous, painful time in his life.
We've been fans of Hedges for a while now, and his roster proves that he is a truly talented young actor. It was back in a middle-school play that the casting director for Moonrise Kingdom (2012) spotted the young Hedges and gave him his start with the role of Redford. After that, Hedges went on to win roles in Arthur Newman, Labor Day, The Zero Theorem, and The Grand Budapest Hotel. He earned a lot of attention for his role as Jeremey Renner's son in the film adaptation of Nick Schou's book Kill the Messenger. Then in 2015, he was cast as Ritchie Joanou opposite Peter Sarsgaard, Thandie Newton, Uma Thurman, and Zachary Quinto in the television miniseries The Slap.
But it was his role in Kenneth Lonergan's 2016 film Manchester by the Sea that truly introduced audiences to Hedges's unimaginable talent. He played Patrick Chandler, the nephew of Casey Affleck's character, who must grapple with his father's sudden death and the complicated behavior of his new guardian. For this role, he was nominated for an Academy Award. It's hard to believe that things for Hedges could get any better than that, but 2017 proved to be his year. He played Danny O'Neill in one of our favorite films of that year, Lady Bird, in addition to starring as Frances McDormand's son in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. It's almost as if Hedges is a magnet for Academy Award-nominated films (take note, Martin Scorsese.)
On top of his role in Boy Erased, Hedges will also star opposite Julia Roberts in Ben Is Back this year (another role already getting a ton of buzz) and in Mid90s, a film written and directed by Jonah Hill. He will also make his first Broadway appearance in The Waverly Gallery. And if all that doesn't seem like enough, he's starring in a Shia LaBeouf film called Honey Boy in the near future.
31 Times the Queen Was So Over It and She Didn't Care Who Knew
Queen Elizabeth II makes hundreds of public appearances each year, and she's been doing it for over 66 years - the longest of any British monarch. That's a whole lot of hand shaking and smiling for photo ops! Enough to make anyone, even the Queen of England, a little grumpy. Sure, she smiles kindly most of the time - and has some pretty hilarious expressions - but there are moments when her majesty just can't fake it with a sparkly grin. Can you blame her? I'd be frowning, too, if I still didn't get to retire at 92 years old. And based on her increased workload so far this year, she's not slowing down one bit. Which means there are likely even more unamused faces to come. Until then, take a look at her least thrilled looks from the past.
The Queen May Look Short, but She's Probably Taller Than You Think
The world looks up to Queen Elizabeth II as the longest-reigning monarch in British history. But even with that impressive title, she's certainly not "above" everyone else. At just 5'4" tall, the queen is actually pretty average, even short by some standards.
While her majesty is on par with the average woman in the United States, she falls below the average European woman, who stands at 5'6". In her immediate family, the queen is among the shortest (not counting Prince George!). And if she appears heads below her own husband, children, and grandchildren, it's because most of them have more than a few inches on her. When coupled with the brightly colored outfits she prefers, the height disparity is even more pronounced in photos from official events.
But the queen's measurements don't detract from her important role as head of state in 16 commonwealth countries. In fact, one could argue that her stature is partly what makes her one of the most recognizable figures in the world. Plus, when everyone else has to bow down to you, does it really matter where you fall on the measuring stick?
7 Ways to Dress as Princess Charlotte This Halloween, No Royal Title Required
Princess Charlotte is steadily becoming the royal family's tiniest icon, and her adorable outfits and free-spirited attitude will undoubtedly make for a great Halloween costume for kids at heart. The spunky 3-year-old has racked up lots of cute public moments, from her first day of school to her scene-stealing appearance at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding, and we're providing the inspiration for those who want to pay homage to the royal toddler this year. Keep reading to see our Charlotte costume ideas, then check out how you can channel her famous parents on the holiday, too.
Robert Pattinson Hangs Out With Shia LaBeouf's Ex After FKA Twigs Romance Reports
Well, things just got a lot more interesting. Following news that Shia LaBeouf and Mia Goth got divorced and Shia is now dating Robert Pattinson's ex-fiancée, FKA Twigs, Rob and Mia hit the San Sebastian Film Festival in Spain together on Thursday. The two were on hand to promote their upcoming film, High Life, and seemed to be in good spirits as they shared a few laughs and chatted with their costars including Agata Buzek and Scarlett Lindsey. Before you jump to any conclusions, though, it's likely that Rob and Mia are just friends. They also attended the Toronto Film Festival to do press for their movie earlier this month.
Rob and Twigs first got together in 2014 but called off their engagement in October 2017. The actor was most recently linked to Suki Waterhouse after they were caught kissing on a movie date in London in July. While the status of their relationship still remains unclear, Mia, on the other hand, split from Shia almost two years after they tied the knot in Las Vegas.
Still Not Over Harry and Meghan's Wedding? Here's How You Can Recreate It For Halloween
If you're still obsessing over Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal wedding - and, let's be honest, who isn't? - why not recreate it for Halloween this year? Not only was it one of the most watched events in history, but it brought out so many stars and royals that you'll have endless costume ideas to choose from. You can either channel the bride and groom and stage an entire wedding ceremony, or you can dress up as George and Amal Clooney and take in the whole thing from the sidelines. Regardless of who you decide to dress up as, you're guaranteed to win Halloween this year.
Matt Damon Made an SNL Appearance as Brett Kavanaugh, Along With His "Creepy Calendars"
In its season premiere, Saturday Night Live made light of the recent Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Brett Kavanaugh. In the timely cold open, Matt Damon made a surprise appearance as the Supreme Court nominee and, in case you were wondering, calendars and beer were featured prominently.
Damon opened the spoof of the hearing by reading his prepared opening remarks. "I wrote it myself last night while screaming into an empty bag of Doritos," he said. Damon then brought up Kavanaugh's now-infamous calendars. "I've got these calendars - these beautiful, creepy calendars," he said. The skit also featured Kate McKinnon as Senator Lindsey Graham, Pete Davidson as Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, and Saturday Night Live alum Rachel Dratch as Senator Amy Klobuchar.
We're in "Shoulder Season" - Here's How It Can Help You Save on Travel
The time has come to officially bid farewell to Summer, but don't shed a tear just yet, wanderlusters. Summer's end also marks the beginning of Fall "shoulder season," a glorious time of year where both crowds and prices start to thin. Don't give up on that dream getaway you thought was out of reach just yet.
So what is shoulder season exactly? It simply refers to the period between a destination's high and low seasons. The airline industry experiences the season as well, as carriers are striving to maintain passenger traffic in the off season. As a result, many airlines and hotels will lower their rates or offer special packages this time of year. So if you want to take advantage of this prime cost-saving travel season, now is the time to do it! Read on for various ways you can save some serious cash this Fall.
The 11 Trendiest Destinations to Visit This Fall, According to Experts
Fall is the sweet spot when booking a trip because, for many destinations, travelers will encounter fewer crowds, fun festivals, and pleasant weather. From Sweden to Argentina, India, and Bhutan, here's a list of the top 11 trending destinations to visit this Fall and why, according to travel experts.
This Greatest Showman-Themed Wedding Will Make Your Heart Sing
The 2017 movie musical The Greatest Showman celebrates acceptance, love, and unity - kind of like a wedding! Fittingly, photographer Claire Celeste decided to style a wedding shoot to pay homage to the movie.
In the film, Phillip Carlyle (Zac Efron) falls in love with Anne Wheeler, an acrobat and trapeze artist played by Zendaya. Their sizzling chemistry in the movie is undeniable and the inspiration behind this photo shoot. "This truly was a celebration of humanity based after the movie The Greatest Showman and the love story of Phillip Carlyle and Anne Wheeler," Claire said.
The shoot took place at 1010 West in Orlando, FL, a marvelous historic venue that's over a century old, and Kristen Michelle Wilson, the first female ringmaster for Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus, served as the officiant.
While the final photos look gorgeous and glamorous, a lot of hard work went into the production of this shoot. "Getting a crew this talented and varied together was no small feat," Claire said. "Kind of like coordinating an actual circus!" Scroll through for some big-top inspiration for your big day.
13 of the Best Places to Celebrate Halloween Around the World
For more than a century, Halloween has been heralded as a major holiday in the United States, as people celebrate all things that go bump in the night. Initially a pagan holiday, All Hallows' Eve will find children trick-or-treating in their spookiest costumes and adults attending parties in homes and clubs lit by jack-o'-lanterns and orange bulbs shining through a fog of cobwebs. The United States, however, isn't the only place to celebrate the season. Continue reading to find out how people observe Halloween and other Fall holidays all around the world.
Enter This 20-Acre Stranger Things Corn Maze If Your Sense of Adventure Is 11 Out of 10
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Ever feel like visiting Eleven in the Upside Down? Now you can, kind of, thanks to a huge, intricate corn maze with a Stranger Things theme. The maze is located in Indiana - fitting, since that's the setting of the show - at Exploration Acres, the largest corn maze and pumpkin patch in northwest Indiana. Exploration Acres creates a new corn maze every year for people to visit in the Fall, and the Stranger Things maze is the largest one yet.
Take a look at the aerial photo to get an idea of just how big it is - it's equivalent to about 15 football fields! You'll spot perfectly executed details, including a Demogorgon in the bottom left, the boys riding their bikes at the bottom, the Netflix logo on the right, and Eleven doing her telekinetic thing at the top as the Mind Flayer hovers above her. The only thing missing is the outline of an Eggo.
"After binge-watching the entire Stranger Things series last year, I knew we had a unique opportunity to create an immersive environment for fans at our farm," said Tim Fitzgerald, president and CEO of Exploration Acres.
Exploration Acres will be open from Sept. 14 through Oct. 28 this year, and you can buy tickets for $10 if you're up for the challenge. This adrenaline-pumping activity might be enough to hold you over until the 2019 premiere of season three.
No Worms or Eyeballs in This Adults-Only Halloween Menu
Halloween parties don't have to be all about the kitschy hot dog ghosts and eyeball deviled eggs. Instead, plan a menu that highlights pumpkin, squash, apples, and other fresh Fall produce. Yes, black and orange colors make an appearance, but naturally and not artificially. Have a happy adults-only Halloween!
The Pioneer Woman's Most Popular Casseroles Will Inspire You to Cook
You know you can always count on the Pioneer Woman for easy and delicious recipes. Some of Ree Drummond's most popular recipes are her casseroles, and it's easy to see why: these one-pan wonders are layered with flavor and guarantee that dinner gets on the table fast. If you're looking to get out of your dinner rut or desperately need some inspiration to cook, look no further than Ree Drummond's top 14 most popular casserole recipes from Food Network, including hash brown casserole, cheesy turkey tetrazzini, broccoli wild rice casserole, and chicken tortilla casserole. The rave reviews don't lie!
There Are 2 New Kinds of Funnel Cake Fries at Disneyland, So BRB While We Stuff Our Faces
First Disneyland had us fawning over its Fruity Pebbles funnel cake fries, and now there is not one but two new Fall flavors to lose your Mickey-loving mind over. Over at the epically named Award Wieners eatery in Disney California Adventure Park, you can now find seasonal twists on the popular fried fair treat: pumpkin spice funnel cake fries and cookies and cream funnel cake fries. The pumpkin spice funnel cake fries are dusted with sparkly pumpkin spice sugar then drizzled with a pumpkin spice sauce and topped with a heaping pile of pumpkin spice whipped cream. The cookies and cream funnel cake fries are topped with crushed Oreo cookies and whipped cream and then drizzled with chocolate sauce.
So are they as tasty as they look? We tried them so you don't have to (except in this case, you WILL want to), and here's what we think:
The fries are a little chewy, which is probably so they hold up under all the toppings and sauces, but I had hoped they would have a more light and airy texture like a true fair funnel cake. That said, they were still good and addictive. I'm not a huge pumpkin spice fan (I know, I know), so I preferred the cookies and cream, which were a chocolate-lover's dream. The pumpkin spice fries were more on the sweet than spicy side, but the sauce did have a distinct pumpkin pie flavor, and my friend who is a fan of pumpkin spice thought they were quite good. So you can't go wrong!
How to Make Guilt-Free Chicken Wings in an Instant Pot
I've been experimenting with my new Instant Pot, and it's been fun to explore all the different things it can do. It really is surprising how quickly it can cook certain meals with little mess and easy cleanup, too. When I tried out chicken wings, the meat was so tender - and even though there is the warmup and cooldown period, the actual pressure cook time was only five minutes.
This Instant Pot recipe is so easy, and the wings come out juicy and delicious. Bonus: the recipe I use for the buffalo sauce is adapted from an original Whole30 recipe, so these wings are guilt-free. (If you prefer regular buffalo sauce or store-bought, that will work too.)
We're in "Shoulder Season" - Here's How It Can Help You Save on Travel
The time has come to officially bid farewell to Summer, but don't shed a tear just yet, wanderlusters. Summer's end also marks the beginning of Fall "shoulder season," a glorious time of year where both crowds and prices start to thin. Don't give up on that dream getaway you thought was out of reach just yet.
So what is shoulder season exactly? It simply refers to the period between a destination's high and low seasons. The airline industry experiences the season as well, as carriers are striving to maintain passenger traffic in the off season. As a result, many airlines and hotels will lower their rates or offer special packages this time of year. So if you want to take advantage of this prime cost-saving travel season, now is the time to do it! Read on for various ways you can save some serious cash this Fall.
Disneyland Has a Frozen Mexican Hot Chocolate, and It's OK to Freak Out Now
One of Disneyland's new seasonal treats during the park's Halloween and Día de los Muertos celebrations is a frozen Mexican hot chocolate, and it's seriously, dangerously delicious. Available at Rancho del Zocalo in the main Disneyland park, the $6 Frozen Abuelita and Horchata is offered alongside a Blended Horchata and is a festive twist on the traditional Spanish and Latin American spiced rice milk drink. This new frozen drink incorporates Abuelita, a Mexican-style cinnamon hot chocolate named after the Spanish word for "grandma," and is topped with the frozen horchata and a spiced whipped cream. It's a refreshing blend of sweet and spicy, and while it's pretty sweet, it's not cloying. In fact, of all the treats available during Halloween Time at Disneyland, this one was my favorite, especially on a warm Fall day in Anaheim!
The 11 Trendiest Destinations to Visit This Fall, According to Experts
Fall is the sweet spot when booking a trip because, for many destinations, travelers will encounter fewer crowds, fun festivals, and pleasant weather. From Sweden to Argentina, India, and Bhutan, here's a list of the top 11 trending destinations to visit this Fall and why, according to travel experts.
17 Recipes That Let You Make Your Whole Thanksgiving Feast in an Instant Pot
It's official. The Instant Pot can do it all. You can use this handy kitchen gadget to whip up practically your whole Thanksgiving meal this year. Yes, we are serious. It can handle your meat - whichever you prefer - your side dishes, your sauces, and even your desserts. You just might need to have a few Instant Pots on hand to do all the work.
If you're ready to try your hand at creating a complete Instant Pot meal for Thanksgiving, we've found 18 recipes that should pretty well cover all your bases. The only dish you might need to still use your oven for is the rolls! But it feels like one of the future Instant Pot models will have figured out how to bake those, too.
30 Vibrant Photos That Will Inspire You to Take a Trip to Morocco
If you've never considered traveling to Morocco, this photographer's adventures will convince you otherwise. Raisa Zwart visited the North African country for a November wedding and captured her short trip. Before heading to Ourika, she spent a day and a half in Marrakech, which she described as "a place of contradictions: the crowded medina, the somewhat pushy guides, but also beautiful scenery, fairy-tale like alleys, and amazing food," and added, "The colors and light there are just stunning."
Raisa wandered around the medina of Marrakech - a medina is a historic quarter of a town - without any guides or direction. "It's also so much fun to just see what happens and where you'll end up," she said.
The beautiful palaces in Marrakech are a must see, specifically Palais Badii and Palais Bahia. In contrast to the older part of Marrakech, the city includes modern sections that have a distinctly different feel - both of which are worth the visit. She also suggests checking out Ourika, which is very close to Marrakech and lies within the Atlas Mountain range. "I would highly recommend combining a visit to Marrakech with one to Ourika - it's so beautiful and provides a nice, more quiet getaway from the city."
To make the most of your Moroccan experience, Raisa says to stay at a riad - "These traditional B&B-like places are like quiet oases in the Medina" - and to try the delicious North African dish tajine and to visit botanical garden Jardin Majorelle.
See the amazing photos from her trip!
40 Cozy Fall Dinner Recipes to Make All Season Long
Crisp Fall days are meant for comfort food, and there are so many ways to make that happen with Fall produce. Pumpkin pastas, butternut squash soups, and more hearty Autumn dinners will warm your soul and fill you up on chilly nights. Consider this your ultimate guide to Fall dinner recipes that you'll want to make all season long.
13 of the Best Places to Celebrate Halloween Around the World
For more than a century, Halloween has been heralded as a major holiday in the United States, as people celebrate all things that go bump in the night. Initially a pagan holiday, All Hallows' Eve will find children trick-or-treating in their spookiest costumes and adults attending parties in homes and clubs lit by jack-o'-lanterns and orange bulbs shining through a fog of cobwebs. The United States, however, isn't the only place to celebrate the season. Continue reading to find out how people observe Halloween and other Fall holidays all around the world.
Removing These 31 Things From Your Life Will Make You Happier and More Successful
It's time to come clean. If you want to become a happier person, you don't need to add things to your life - you need to get rid of them. It's time to remove these worries or problems so that you can move in the right direction. Take this list to heart and look forward to a flourishing life.
45+ Halloween Jokes For Kids That Will Bring Out Their Evil Laughs
Halloween can be a very spooky holiday (there's never a shortage of haunted houses, scary stories, and horror movies), but when you have kids, it's fun to lighten the mood a little to give things a less terrifying spin. And to them, there's really nothing not to love about Halloween. They get to dress up in awesome costumes, walk around their neighborhood with their friends, and get free candy all night long! And since kids love jokes - both hearing them and telling them - we've put together a great compilation of kid-friendly Halloween ones. They'll make you a hit at your kids' Halloween party and make them a hit with their friends at school. Keep reading to see them all now, and prepare to do your best evil "muhahaha."
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Are You Ready? 24 Toddler Halloween Costumes That Are Just Too Cute
If you knocked it out of the park with Halloween costumes when your little one was still spending Halloween in a stroller, you have your work cut out for you - you don't want to disappoint when they get older. Get ahead of the game this year, and sort out your family's costume plans early. We have 24 on-trend ideas that should help.
13 Horror Films That Won't Scar Your Tweens For Life
As a Certified Wimp™, there are only a few scary movies that I can really handle watching to ensure I don't spend the next week having nightmares over a film's plot. However, I was forced to watch tons of horror movies as a kid at sleepovers and birthday parties, because it's apparently some kind of rite of passage as a tween and teen to sit through scary movies with friends and not completely freak out (which I never once succeeded at, for the record).
Whether you're a horror film buff or not, you may have a budding scary-movie-lover on your hands (or just a kid who wants to watch all of the movies in various Halloween movie marathons on TV without really knowing what they're getting into). To ease your 9- to 13-year-olds into scary movies, there are a handful of classics and a few newer horror films that have just the right amount of fright - there's nothing too terrifying, but nothing too childish on this list. (You know your kid best, so before watching some of these films, you may have to consider what your child can handle, despite the age each film is considered appropriate for.)
Read ahead for 13 scary movies that are perfect to pop on at your tween's next sleepover, during a Halloween party, or on your next family movie night (and check out this larger list of Halloween movies for kids of all ages).
OMG, These Baby Costumes From Pottery Barn Will Make This Halloween the Cutest Ever
I can hardly take how cute the Pottery Barn Kids costumes are. We're talking teeny-tiny puppies, unicorns, dragons, superheroes, mermaids, and more. Many of these costumes work for children from 0 to 24 months. Pottery Barn Kids is known for making high-quality costumes that will keep your little one cozy and comfortable. The retailer also designs them to be easy to get in and out of for diaper changes. But back to the cuteness: can you even handle it? Look through all of the options so you can see both the costumes and the lovable babies. If you're looking to buy one of these costumes, do it soon. These little gems are going to sell out fast . . . we know it.
There's Halloween Decor, and Then There's Pier 1 - 28 Pieces You Probably Won't See Anywhere Else
What good is Halloween without the decor? It's like having a dinner party without any alcohol. Sorry, why are we here?
Part of what makes Oct. 31 so much fun is the amount of time we spend prepping for the big day. The cobwebs along the windowsills, the inflatable ghosts that are so big they practically swallow your front lawn, and the creative trinkets we arrange inside are almost more satisfying than the day itself. Almost.
To whet your appetite, we have Pier 1's spooky assortment, and it's better than ever. We found 28 items that are a must-see, from a trio of meditative skeletons to bat-shaped glimmer lights.
I'm That Overly Cautious Mom Who Throws Away All Halloween Candy That Isn't Totally Sealed
Hello! Allow me to introduce myself. I'm that super-overprotective mom who is paranoid AF. Especially around Halloween, when so many scary things can happen (literally). I need only have heard one story about one kid eating a piece of candy that was tampered with, even if it was way back in 1987 when I was a kid myself, to unleash some corporate-level quality control on my own kids' stash before they dig in.
Before my kids could so much as utter one word of protest, I had already tossed those repurposed cocoa solids in the closest garbage bin.
I operate under the assumption that a parent can never be too cautious when your children are basically taking candy from strangers. So, yes, every year, my kids have to wait while I inspect their chocolate bars and lollipops for, oh, I don't know, razor blades. If I happen to see a wrapper that isn't totally sealed (anything wrapped at the sides is gone) or looks iffy, like someone removed it and rewrapped it, or even just lifted up the edge, I toss that peanut butter cup or mini licorice pack faster than you can say "trick-or-treat."
Not that I encounter too much suspicious candy, but believe me, it's out there. Last year, my kids brought home several chocolate eggs in Christmas wrappers. Thinking about it logically, best case scenario, that candy was 10 months old. Indeed, a quick inspection inside the red and green foils revealed some rather questionable-looking chocolate that was covered in white powder. Before my kids could so much as utter one word of protest, I had already tossed those repurposed cocoa solids in the closest garbage bin.
Here's the thing: My kids don't need all the candy they score on Halloween anyway. Their teeth are probably already going to rot out from the stuff I let them keep that's totally on the up and up. I simply fail to see the need to keep candy on hand that gives me any reason to doubt whether it's safe for my children to eat.
Most of the time, my kids don't even notice I've edited their bounty and removed any candy I've either never heard of or that could possibly have been tampered with, no matter how unlikely. And even if they gave me a hard time, I'd tell them what my mom used to tell me: "It's better to be safe than sorry." One day, when they're parents, they'll understand.
Editor's Note: This piece was written by a POPSUGAR contributor and does not necessarily reflect the views of POPSUGAR Inc. Interested in joining our POPSUGAR Voices network of contributors from around the globe? Click here.
10 Scarily Cute Tees For Lazy Halloween Moms
If you're not a Halloween person, the holiday can be a real struggle once you become a mom . . . mostly because it's pretty much guaranteed your kids are going to be totally into it (hello, free candy!). Their dedication to the spookiest day of the year means you're basically forced to buy into it, too. But if donning your own costume is just one step too far down the Halloween rabbit hole, don't worry. Rock one of the following 10 Halloween-themed tees and maintain your dignity while still showing your trick-or-treat-loving kids that you are supportive of the one day of the year they're allowed to take candy from strangers.
From sweet to subversive, cheap to expensively chic, keep reading to find the Halloween tee that will speak to the witch, ghoul, or ghost inside of you.
-- Additional reporting by Rebecca Brown
10 Tips For Keeping Your Kids Safe on Halloween Night
Halloween is known as a time for scary fun, but it doesn't have to be frightening for parents who worry about their kids' safety. Kids, especially tweens and teens who go trick-or-treating with their friends, should be especially careful and aware of their surroundings on a night that can also be potentially dangerous. In addition to pedestrian accidents and injuries, Halloween can also bring about potential "stranger danger," scary pranks, and more. In order to make sure your kids have a good time and stay safe, use the following 10 tips. You'll have peace of mind and they'll be able to have a night out with their friends. And if you still decide to dress up in a costume to spy on them for a few blocks around the neighborhood, just make sure they don't recognize you!
Related: This DIY Starbucks Frappuccino Costume For Kids Is Comfortable, Cute, AND Warm
This 2-Second Grocery Cart Hack Makes Shopping With Kids About a Million Times Easier
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Posted by Laura Castrillo on Saturday, September 22, 2018
Laura Castrillo, a mom from Houston, TX, needed to find a way to get her son into a shopping cart without physically lifting him. But after two years of just hoisting him up, she learned a clever hack from another mother who has a special needs son: lifting the front panel of the cart up so her little boy can crawl in. The busy mama shared her knowledge with the rest of the parenting community on Facebook, and we're forever grateful.
"I started doing it with my own kids because lifting them into a shopping cart can be difficult," she told POPSUGAR. "They're heavy, and I'm very short in comparison to a shopping cart, since I'm only 5' tall."
Laura has also found that the two-second hack is a great solution for her mom, who has disabilities.
"My mom is permanently disabled due to multiple back problems," explained Laura. "After taking my son on errands with her, she complained that lifting him in and out of the cart had left her back very sore. I recorded the video to show her how we get around that. I thought it could help others."
Bless you, Laura, because we're totally stealing this idea.
11 Activities to Get Your Teen in the Halloween Spirit
If your teen is in the stage where they think they're too cool for Halloween ("it's just about little kids dressing up and trick-or-treating, mom!"), we understand. Teens and tweens can be hard to reach sometimes, but Halloween can be even more fun as you get older. There are a number of fun and spooky activities you can do with or for your little adult (where did the time go?!) to help get them in the Halloween spirit. From haunted houses to murder mystery parties to scary movie marathons, they'll go from rolling their eyes at this time of year to screaming with delight (and, you know, horror). And the best part for them? Their friends can get in on all the fun, too. Keep reading for 11 fun things your teen can do in October.
49 Phrases to Calm an Anxious Child
The following story, written by Renee Jain, was originally published on GoZen.
It happens to every child in one form or another - anxiety. As parents, we would like to shield our children from life's anxious moments, but navigating anxiety is an essential life skill that will serve them in the years to come. In the heat of the moment, try these simple phrases to help your children identify, accept, and work through their anxious moments.
Matt Damon Made an SNL Appearance as Brett Kavanaugh, Along With His "Creepy Calendars"
In its season premiere, Saturday Night Live made light of the recent Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Brett Kavanaugh. In the timely cold open, Matt Damon made a surprise appearance as the Supreme Court nominee and, in case you were wondering, calendars and beer were featured prominently.
Damon opened the spoof of the hearing by reading his prepared opening remarks. "I wrote it myself last night while screaming into an empty bag of Doritos," he said. Damon then brought up Kavanaugh's now-infamous calendars. "I've got these calendars - these beautiful, creepy calendars," he said. The skit also featured Kate McKinnon as Senator Lindsey Graham, Pete Davidson as Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, and Saturday Night Live alum Rachel Dratch as Senator Amy Klobuchar.
We're in "Shoulder Season" - Here's How It Can Help You Save on Travel
The time has come to officially bid farewell to Summer, but don't shed a tear just yet, wanderlusters. Summer's end also marks the beginning of Fall "shoulder season," a glorious time of year where both crowds and prices start to thin. Don't give up on that dream getaway you thought was out of reach just yet.
So what is shoulder season exactly? It simply refers to the period between a destination's high and low seasons. The airline industry experiences the season as well, as carriers are striving to maintain passenger traffic in the off season. As a result, many airlines and hotels will lower their rates or offer special packages this time of year. So if you want to take advantage of this prime cost-saving travel season, now is the time to do it! Read on for various ways you can save some serious cash this Fall.
The 11 Trendiest Destinations to Visit This Fall, According to Experts
Fall is the sweet spot when booking a trip because, for many destinations, travelers will encounter fewer crowds, fun festivals, and pleasant weather. From Sweden to Argentina, India, and Bhutan, here's a list of the top 11 trending destinations to visit this Fall and why, according to travel experts.
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