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.
vendredi 22 janvier 2016
Does Glass or Metal Affect Baking?
Last week, a fellow editor came to me with a good question: is it possible to bake brownies in a glass pan instead of metal? The short answer is yes. It is possible to bake brownies or other cookie bars with a glass pan - but this comes with a few caveats.
According to Lauren Chattman, author of The Baking Answer Book, clear glass, much like dark metal, absorbs heat, making it ideal for crisp-crusted pies but much less so for bar cookies, quick breads, and fruit crisps, which can easily become burnt.
Aluminum and nonstick pans are generally best for brownies, although ceramic, which is slower to absorb heat, will work, too, but will produce a lighter-colored product at the end. If you must use glass, reduce the oven temperature by 25 degrees and bake for the same duration of time to achieve desirable results.
5 Reasons Running Is the Worst . . . But You Should Do It Anyway
It's so simple, they told me. Just put one foot in front of the other, they said. And in a way, they were right. When I go for a run I don't have to find a parking spot or reserve my stationary bike ahead of time or fight for a good place to set up my yoga mat in a crowded class. I never have to worry about a lame instructor or bad music or being totally upstaged by the girl with the perfectly messy bun and the on-point Lululemon outfit. It's just me, my running shoes, and the path ahead of me. So sure, in that sense it is simple. But it's still the worst, and here's why.
1. It's freaking hard.
At spin or barre class, I can always push myself knowing that change is coming. We switch from the hill-climb simulation to a low-resistance drill, or we shake out our legs and pick up some weights. Just when I think I'm at my limit, there's some relief. When running and my legs are burning, though, and I'm panting like an asthmatic polar bear, you know what comes next? JUST. MORE. RUNNING. It's relentless.
2. It makes for terrible selfies.
If a workout is completed without photographic proof, does it even count? Barely. But even if you have your cutest running outfit on and your ponytail is day-old perfection, there is always the problem of your face. Your red, sweaty, exhausted face (see number 1, above). It's not the cutest selfie material at the moment. Maybe you can try for a far-away action shot, but that's going to require a selfie stick or a self-timer function and a flat surface, which just seems like an awful lot of work when you're already feeling like you might pass out any moment.
3. It has no chill.
When the spin instructor tells us to set the bike resistance to an 8-out-of-10 perceived difficulty level, we can always take into consideration that we didn't sleep very well last night and we accidentally had a doughnut for breakfast and maybe that twinge in our quad is the beginning of an injury, so this slow-ish, easy-ish pace is totally an 8 today. Yup, this definitely feels like today's 8. Running, though? Running wants us to run 3 miles. Or 30 minutes. Or 5 sets of stairs. There's no room for negotiating the terms or fibbing the distance. Three miles is always three miles, even if we had a doughnut for breakfast. Running is brutally honest.
4. It always wants to talk about your feelings.
And not in the fun, chit-chatty, gossipy way. Even with a rockin' playlist blowing up your earbuds, there's just something about being alone out there on the running path that makes the mind wander. There's no instructor to focus on, no neighbor to keep up with, no reps to count. It's just you and your thoughts out there, and running doesn't even have the courtesy to buy you a drink first.
5. It's addictive.
Sure, it's hard and sweaty and it might make you cry, but it's also kind of freeing and empowering, and it makes you feel like a badass. You used to only be able to run one mile. Then one day you can run two, and you wonder if you could do three, which is basically a 5K. So you enter your first 5K and you wonder what comes next. Running always keeps you coming back to see what's next.
I could go on about how much I hate running, how it's boring and hard and makes my nose run, but I have to go meet my friend. To go for a run. Because I'm currently training for a marathon. Damn you, running!
7 Moves to Burn 400 Calories in 20 Minutes
Kettlebell fans love the heavy, round-shaped weights for a reason - kettlebell exercises combine cardio and strength training for a time-saving calorie burn. The amount of calories you can burn using kettlebells can be amazingly high: a study by the American Council on Exercise found that the average person burns 400 calories in 20 minutes when doing kettlebell exercises. More research has found that regularly exercising with kettlebells significantly reduces back, neck, and shoulder pain by strengthening core and upper body muscles.
Does all that convince you to add more kettlebell to your life? Read on for tips on choosing the right kettlebell and a few calorie-torching exercises to try. And do check out this kettlebell tutorial and workout to learn the basics.
jeudi 21 janvier 2016
25 Tattoos Fit For a Glam-Grunge Goddess
If you define grunge beauty as comprising a vampy lip, matte skin, and smoky eye, you've been missing a huge piece of the puzzle: tattoos. Sure, those three looks are essential to nailing the modernized version of the '90s trend, but makeup is also just a temporary way to get in on it.
IRL grunge goddesses are stamping their skin with a variety of cryptic tattoos. Pitch-black half moons, constellations, and lotus flowers etched in shades of black and gray create intricate designs that make bold statements.
While it might be easy to mistake them for gothic ink, don't confuse the two. These designs have an eerie vibe that looks supercool when inked on skin. If you've been thinking about your next tattoo, you might just find your next grungy look here.
50+ Ideas For Homemade Edible Valentine's Day Gifts
If you or your loved one would prefer receiving something sweet for Valentine's Day, then take a look at these edible gift recipes. From the easiest-ever chocolate-covered strawberries to conversation heart cutout cookies, one of these decadant desserts is sure to catch your eye. Best part is, they are way less pricy than mail-order chocolates or Edible Arrangements.
Go Ahead and Freak Out - All These Fitness Classes Are Free
Whether you're a devout yogi, a diehard Pilates enthusiast, or a lover of a high-intensity sweat session, studio memberships and drop-in class fees can add up quickly. Fortunately, some of your most beloved brands are ready to pick up the tab for you (whaaaat!?). And while free exercise classes led by world-class instructors may seem like the stuff of fitness fairy tales, they're actually not as elusive as you might think - labels like Nike, The North Face, and Athleta are hosting weekly group fitness, on the house. With so much on offer, you could create a schedule of free classes for yourself at some of your go-to activewear stores. Yes, we're serious.
Lululemon
Group Yoga Classes
Nationwide
Those yoga pants were made for more than just brunch. Justify your purchase and give those tights the life they've always dreamed of in one of Lulu's complimentary yoga classes. Led by esteemed instructors in the community, classes are offered at each of the brand's stores across the US and Canada - many locations now have run clubs as well!
The North Face
Mountain Athletics Training
Boston, Chicago, NYC, SF, and Washington DC
If you're looking to up your ski game to balance out your après-ski indulgences (we're not pointing fingers), The North Face is ready to help you. Every Tuesday and Thursday at its cold-weather locations (naturally), the brand leads Mountain Athletics Training - which includes endurance exercises - at 6:30 p.m. Fee: $0 per class.
REI
Run Club, Outdoor Yoga, Climbing
Select Locations Nationwide
The camping and outdoor-rec empire REI offers a myriad of classes at different price points, while giving great discounts to members. If you do a little digging, you can find free run-club events and outdoor yoga, because how else would REI do yoga? Some locations even have an indoor rock-climbing wall you can scale in between perusing the sleeping bag aisle and Swiss Army knife section.
Nike
Run Club, NTC HIT Classes, Yoga
Nationwide
Whether you're going for your first run or you're a seasoned HIIT veteran, Nike has a variety of group fitness activities for you to try out weekly in several cities across the US. From burpees on the beach in Santa Monica, CA, to skating in the NYC Nike SB Garage, each location has something special - with an expert trainer to guide you. Find a store near you for a list of local events and details.
Athleta
Bootcamp, Group Runs, Yoga, and More
Nationwide
Yet another reason to spend some more time with Gap's athletic poster child: Athleta serves up an impressive assortment of complimentary fitness and nutrition classes. Each location has a unique set of events, so check the calendar at your local store to find your next class.
Road Runner Sports
Adventure Run
Select Cities Nationwide
On the fourth Thursday of every month, Road Runner Sports hosts a monthly Adventure Run, which combines a race with a scavenger hunt and sometimes beer (if you're lucky). Get outside, go for a run, connect with your local community, and win some prizes. All Adventure Runs are 100 percent free.
How Bad is It to Look Into the Microwave While It's On?
It's very tempting to stare into the microwave and watch our food cook, but is it healthy? Our friends at SELF explain if we should stop this common habit.
Since it feels like everything we do nowadays is basically guaranteed to give you cancer, you've likely been told at one time or another that it's not safe to look into the microwave while it's on.
Fortunately for those of us who can't help but stare longingly at our leftovers as they spin just out of our reach, we're here to put the old wives' tale to rest.
"I don't think there's any harm in looking at what's inside the microwave oven while it's cooking," Thomas Steinemann, M.D., clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology and professor of ophthalmology at Case Western Reserve University, tells SELF.
"I have never seen or heard of anyone ever with an eye injury related to using a microwave."
Neither has John Drengenberg, an electrical engineer at UL, a company that tests and certifies home appliances for safety. (You probably have about 125 things in your home with a tiny "UL"-in-a-circle stamp of approval.)
"Nobody has ever proven that anybody has had their eyes damaged by looking at a microwave," he tells SELF. "UL has been testing microwave ovens since the 1970s. It doesn't happen. There's no body of reports of that happening."
It's understandable that the fear exists. After all, we are talking about a machine whose sole function is to blast radiation at your food.
And the eyes - along with the reproductive organs - are among the parts of your body most susceptible to this type of radiation, Drengenberg says.
A big reason for this is that microwave ovens work by exciting the water molecules in food so that they vibrate, which creates the heat that cooks it. And your eyes are like little water balloons that see. What's more, the eye - particularly the lens - is generally very sensitive to damage. Overexposure to radiation, including microwave radiation, can lead to clouding of the lens, known as a cataract.
But microwaves are designed to keep radiation in, so there's really no danger of exposure.
The door seals, the oven won't turn on if the door isn't closed, and the window contains a metal mesh barrier with holes small enough to prevent the microwave frequencies from getting through. As long as the door is in good condition and the seal is tight, no radiation can escape.
So go ahead and stare. It won't put the food in your face hole any faster, but it won't hurt you, either.
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10 Tricks For Better Fruit Salads
It may seem as though there's not much to a fruit salad other than tossing chopped fruit in a bowl, but a few simple tricks transform a flat fruit salad into something enticing to the eye and pleasing to the palate. From picking fruit with the same level of ripeness to spritzing fruit with lemon juice, these 10 tricks will help you make better fruit salads all year round.
10 Underrated Etsy Shops You Need to Check Out Today
January will soon be a distant memory, but chances are you're still proclaiming the age-old mantra "new year, new me." Once the ball drops, legions of women promise to apply the breakdowns and breakthroughs of a previous year to a brighter future. Whether it be a new job, novel romance, or recent relocation, a little motivation goes a long way. For beauty junkies, that means a glitch in the system that is our daily makeup routine. If you're known to peruse the local Sephora for go-to products, we encourage you to switch out a favorite for the underrated Etsy shops. There are literally thousands of options that not only rival mainstream brands but won't wreak havoc on your bank account. Check out our top 10 shops for all of your makeup, hair, and skin care needs.
Tom Ford's New Lipstick Pens Are Going to Be Your Favorite Product of 2016
When it comes to lipstick, Tom Ford is the king. There are many lipsticks I feel passionate about and use often, yet nothing has trumped Tom Ford's creamy pigmented colors. So when the fashion line's latest lip pen product landed on my desk, you could hear "yasss!" and squeals coming from the beauty department. I quickly whipped out my pocket mirror and started testing them out.
The innovative product is just as good as the original lipsticks, and they even have the same subtle vanilla-marshmallow scent. To use them, simply click the end of the pen to push the glossy stain into the velvet brush. Since the head is small, you can use it to line your lips or create an ombré effect. The formula is light, shiny, and hydrating with color that packs punch and didn't fade after I ate lunch. The shades come in a range of eight berries that go as bright as strawberry and as dark as black cherry.
They were inspired by Tom Ford's Spring 2016 runway collection, so you can bet these hues are on trend. Keep reading to see the full range, which launches on February for $52 each. Luckily, you can preorder them now at tomford.com.
35 Heart-Shaped Kitchen Tools Every Foodie Needs For Valentine's Day
Heart-shaped cheeseboards, measuring cups, cookie cutters, oh my! Every kitchen tool looks cuter with a Valentine's Day upgrade, and these are the best products you should get this year for your significant other or for yourself (quality alone time with roasted garlic pasta for the win). Keep reading to look through 35 heart-shaped kitchen tools every foodie is sure to love, from budget-approved bowls to splurge-worthy Dutch ovens.
40+ Good-Looking Lunches to Bring to Work
Bringing your lunch to work for a week is a wonderful way to save money and fuel up on major flavor. These inviting dishes may inspire you to start packing a brown bag, even a few days out of the week. Take a look!
- Additional reporting by Nicole Perry
10 of the Best Weight-Loss Tips and Tricks
The following post was originally featured on Fit Bottomed Girls and written by Jenn, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Fitness.
You guys are so smart. And so pretty. And just so darn awesome. Recently, we put a call out for your best weight-loss tips and tricks. Because, although we have our own proven ways of doing it in a sane and non-torturous FBG-a-fied way, we always love hearing what new ingenious things work for you guys. And, man, you guys brought it. Just check out the nuggets of weight-loss wisdom you dropped!
10 Weight-Loss Tips and Tricks That Work
- Be consistent. If you are starting a fitness plan, make it simple. But most of all be consistent. Do 30 minutes of some form of cardio every day. Don't miss it and make it a habit. Even if it's walking. -Connie
- Plan and prep. At the beginning of the week, plan and prep meals - and plan how/when you will get your body moving in a way that makes you smile. Planning joy into your life in terms of how you feed your body, how you move your body and how you nurture and care for your soul (managing stress, pampering yourself, etc.) seem to be the keys to me. -Elisa
- Stay busy! It burns calories and prevents boredom eating. -Cheryl
- Focus on how you feel. The less sugar you eat, the less you crave it, for real! NO fast food! I have found eating four small meals a day helps . . . and don't go by the scale, go by the way you feel. Seriously commit to 14 days, and you'll be hooked! -Amy
- Pack it up. Packing breakfast, lunch and a snack in the morning takes less than 30 minutes and helps me stay on track. "Fail to plan, and you plan to fail." Amirite? -Grisella
- Get back to basics. Exercise at least four days per week, eat real food, drink plenty of water and get some sleep. -Marian
- Batch your cooking. Cook for the week and portion out your food every Sunday. -Tara
- Get a hobby. Find a hobby that ensures your hands HAVE to stay clean and busy! Crochet, knitting, crafting of any type. You end up with a cool project, and since your hands are busy, you're not using them to eat snacks you shouldn't have!!! -Anne
- Keep it simple. Eat less. Move around more. -Jennifer
- And our personal favorite: don't diet! It's a lifestyle change . . . not a diet!! Eat more whole foods, exercise and sleep. If you tend to want to snack at night, brush your teeth for the night early … then you won't be as tempted to eat, because then you would have to do it all again. -Mindy
Zendaya Is the Gorgeous New Face of CoverGirl
If you follow Zendaya on Instagram, you know that lately, she's been inspired to share her makeup knowledge with her fans. Her newest gig will allow her to do just that! The 19-year-old triple-threat actress, singer, and dancer can now add beauty icon to her growing résumé - she's been named the newest face of CoverGirl.
Zendaya is undeniably one of today's brightest millennials. She shuts down every red carpet she walks on. She's graced the covers of Teen Vogue and W magazines, and she isn't afraid to be bold and gracefully shut down haters. While she can pretty much pull off any look - sans makeup, full glam, or faux locks - Zendaya has proven herself to be more than just another pretty face.
The singer has publicly sparked conversations on diversity and female empowerment, making her recent pairing with the brand a match made in beauty heaven. CoverGirl is well known for enlisting powerful women for its campaigns - Zendaya joins the ranks of diverse alumnae, including Ellen DeGeneres, Queen Latifah, and Katy Perry. "I can't wait to share some of my own beauty tips with fans, and work alongside CoverGirl to continue empowering girls and women to celebrate their individuality," she said in a press release.
This isn't the first time Zendaya has been snagged for a beauty campaign, though. Last year she was announced as the first celebrity ambassador for hot-tool brand CHI, and she's also appeared in commercials for Proactiv. That said, her newest endeavor for CoverGirl is guaranteed to be huge: her first campaign ad will air during the Grammy Awards this February, featuring the new CoverGirl LashBlast Plumpify Mascara.
We can't wait to see what kind of beauty magic will happen when these two icons join forces! Read on to see a sneak peek at what's to come straight from Zendaya's Instagram.
You're Going to Want to Wear This Scented Jewelry Every Single Day
The power of scent is real, and now you can get it in jewelry form. We're talking solid perfume housed in cleverly designed pendants, miniature-sized opulent vials that store essential oils, and filigree lockets filled with scented spheres and leather cutouts. Not only do these baubles ensure your scent won't fade all day, but they are also a sexy addition to your Valentine's Day date-night outfit. Here, we rounded up some of our favorite fragranced jewelry finds and have even spoken with some of their designers to get the 4-1-1 on the inspiration behind the pieces.
Reap the Benefits of Turmeric With These Easy Recipes
Turmeric is bold, is flavorful, and has recently enjoyed a surge in popularity thanks to a myriad of health benefits - notably, it's a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant and can aid in weight loss. But unless you grew up cooking Indian food, turmeric may be a bit unfamiliar in your cooking routine. Kick things up a notch and incorporate this herbaceous powerhouse into your everyday menu with these simple recipes.
10 Beauty Boys Who Will School You on Glam Makeup Looks
We know that the majority of our beauty-lovers are female, but you don't have to be a woman to enjoy the world of makeup. In fact, some men have mastered applying it way beyond many ladies' level of expertise. But don't hate - get educated! We found 10 fiercely talented dudes to teach you Halloween beauty techniques, gorgeous contouring hacks, and everything in between.
40 Killer Vegetarian Appetizers
Even if you're an omnivore, it's nice to offer up at least one meat-free option when hosting a party, as it's likely some of your guests are vegetarian, or even vegan. Thankfully, we've got an array of options so superb that no one will miss out on the meat at all.
- Additional reporting by Susannah Chen and Hilary White
These Photos of Freckles Will Make You Love Your Spots Even More
In a day when "fraxel" is the next word on the lips of every freckle-faced person I know, I'm delighted that British photographer Brock Elbank is celebrating these natural spots. In a photo series appropriately named Freckles, he is sharing stunning images via Instagram of those who have the skin specks.
I asked him how this project came about. He said: "When we lived in Sydney in early 2012, I played for a Saturday football team. My teammate John Lloyd's 10-year-old lad Eddie came to watch a match. Eddie had this face full of freckles like I'd never seen before. They were very intense. He was great-looking character, so I asked John if I could shoot a portrait and that was the start of it. I then become obsessed with the subject, searching out for the most diverse mix I can to document the subject. When we moved back to the UK, I had to put the series on hold while I shot my #Project60. It was an idea for Beard Season's melanoma charity, and it was exhibited at Somerset House as Beard in March 2015. But now I'm in full production of Freckles, and luckily I'm receiving the same feedback as I did with #Project60 through Instagram and other social media. Subjects are travelling from all over, including Switzerland, Sweden, Germany, The Netherlands, Italy, Norway, amongst others, to be photographed."
Keep reading to see more of these gorgeous faces of freckles! And if you are living in the UK and think you could be a good candidate for this photo series, email Brock at studio@mrelbank.com.
How I Finally Learned to Accept My Stretch Marks
Since I was 16 years old, I have hated being shirtless in public. That was when a sudden autoimmune disorder turned my life upside down. It ravaged my body, destroyed my spirit, and shut down my kidneys. The doctors placed me on a medication that caused me to expand, quickly and ceaselessly. Within a month, deep, jagged stretch marks carved themselves into my skin.
The whole ordeal lasted two years. I suffered through a misdiagnosis, more prescription medications than I could count, peritoneal dialysis (a process which replaces kidney function), a proper diagnosis, a new treatment, remission, and finally, a kidney transplant. My quiet but brave brother, Jason, donated his kidney to me, and just after I turned 18, my nightmare was over.
After this tumultuous journey, I was left with souvenirs: deep scars and stretch marks on my torso. The marks appeared as a purple color before fading to pink. They're translucent, too - you can see the veins underneath them. I thought they were gnarled, monstrous, and ugly. For women, stretch marks are open territory. They complain about them, they buy fancy creams to treat them, and together, they try to embrace them. But as a man, I didn't have access to the same open dialogue. I felt isolated by my own body issues.
Damn You, Delicious Pizza, For Making It So Hard to Lose Weight!
Hot, gooey, greasy, cheesy, addictively delicious pizza. Why?! Why do you taste so damn good?! You call to me at all hours of the day and make it impossible to stop at just one slice. If pizza is the reason you're having a tough time losing weight, these Instagram pics will sound all too true.
These Are the Best Celebrity Hair Changes From Instagram So Far
Aside from our friends and up-and-coming beauty experts, the reason we stay glued to our Instagram feed is our favorite celebrities. Getting a sneak peek into their fabulous lives - especially their beauty routines - makes us fangirl even harder. We're particularly into their hairstyles. It seems like every other day, stars are getting a haircut, dyeing their strands, or even shaving it all off! See their best new looks when you read on.
Kat Von D and Too Faced May Be Partnering For an Epic Collaboration
Kat Von D is praised across the Internet for its grunge makeup shades, powerfully pigmented lipsticks, and foundation that can cover even the boldest of tattoos. Too Faced is celebrated for its cute chocolate bar-inspired shadow palettes, a partnership with transgender icon Gigi Gorgeous, and mascara that claims to be better than sex. Though the brands are wildly different, the two founders are teasing at something major: a line collaboration.
A few months ago, Kat shared an Instagram photo of one of her Studded Kiss lipsticks beside a Too Faced compact with the vague caption "Kat Von D + Too Faced = heart emoji." More recently, Too Faced co-founder Jerrod Blandino posted an image of him with Kat (and one of his adorable dogs) with the sentiments "True Love #BetterTogether."
We were initially surprised by this sneak peek as black studs and pink hearts don't quite go together in our minds, but we realized that when it comes down to it, Kat and Jerrod are both passionate about one huge aspect: both their lines are cruelty-free.
Check back for more information on this exciting partnership! We'll be sure to update with news as it breaks.
20 Baked Doughnut Recipes, Because Frying Is Overrated (and Messy!)
There's no doubt that fresh-from-the-fryer doughnuts are amazing, but cleaning up the splattered oil is definitely not so fun. (Plus, disposing of the spent oil is kind of a hassle.) Baked doughnuts are a fantastic alternative. While you won't get the airy texture of a classic yeasted doughnut, baked cake doughnuts are nearly as delicious as their fried counterparts and a lot less hassle. With flavors like carrot cake, red velvet, chai spiced, and double Nutella, these recipes will have you in a trance.
The Top 3 Exercises For Toned and Trim Thighs
We are well into the skinny-jeans-and-tall-boots season. For shapely legs that rock this styles right, working out your quads and inner thighs is a must. These three beginner-friendly moves will help build strong, toned legs and have you feeling confident when you hit the streets.
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