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.
mardi 3 mai 2016
Skip the Midmorning Sugar Crash and Eat One of These 30+ Low-Sugar Breakfasts
I don't know how people do it: munching on sugary doughnuts, chocolate-filled croissants, or icing-covered scones. Starting off the day with that much added sugar is sure to make a person feel sluggish and cranky all morning. It's best to fuel yourself in the a.m. with low-sugar foods that are full of fiber and protein. Here are some delicious low-sugar breakfast ideas - all contain fewer than 30 grams of (mostly naturally occurring) sugar, which is perfect if you're trying to lose weight.
The Starbucks-Themed Emoji You've Always Wanted Are Finally Here
Your emoji game is about to change - for the better. While we still have to wait for a dumpling emoji and others from our wish lists, Starbucks just released its own emoji keyboard, filled with Frappuccinos and gold stars.
The app, available for both iOS and Android, is free and works just like any other keyboard you download for your phone. For iPhone users, just head to Settings > General > Keyboard > Add New Keyboard after downloading. For Android, make the keyboard a default one in Settings. If you love coffee and everything Starbucks, this app is 100 percent made for you. You can choose from an array of emoji, like cake pops, iced coffee, and even a barista holding a cup. See an example of two Frappuccinos below.
This is definitely one way the company is trying to make it up to users after changing both the Rewards program and app. Here's hoping Starbucks's next big change involves being able to order coffee via emoji - we'd totally love it.
Yes, Thalia Wore a Robot-Inspired Arm Sleeve to the Met Gala. Yes, It Was Amazing
POPSUGAR Latina contributor Thalia truly embodied this year's Met Gala's Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology theme on the red carpet.
The Mexican singer wore a metallic Tommy Hilfiger gown, featuring a glitzy bustier and a long silky train. She amped up the already-on-trend look by adding a robot-inspired arm sleeve featuring mini CDs attachtments - her new album, Latina, comes on May 6, so it makes total sense.
She paired the look with super smokey eye makeup, a sleek high ponytail, and lots of chunky jewelry courtesy of Lorraine Schwartz. The end result was so wow-worthy, all her husband Tommy Mottola could do was stand back and let her shine in front of the cameras. Read on for even more pictures of Thalia, and then see what everyone else was wearing.
Alessandra Ambrosio and Joan Smalls Had a Balmain Army Party, and You Can't Miss Their Sexy Looks
The Balmain army party didn't end at the 2016 Met Gala. The fashionable supermodels that represented the fashion designer at the event headed to New York City nightclub The Gilded Lily to celebrate until the wee hours of the morning. And because, when you're a star, you can't attend two parties in the same outfit, Brazilian beauty Alessandra Ambrosio and Puerto Rican stunner Joan Smalls made a quick, but beyond stunning, wardrobe change.
Alessandra left behind the formfitting knitted silver gown she wore at The Metropolitan Museum, wearing a supershort long-sleeved paisley-printed dress with metal appliqués to the afterparty. Joan, on her part, let her laid-back style shine through by opting for a zip-up cropped hoodie and a leather miniskirt instead of her jaw-dropping beaded red carpet dress. Keep reading to see more photos of the Victoria's Secret Angels looks, and don't forget to check out what everyone else was wearing at the Met Gala.
The First and Last Lines of the Harry Potter Books Will Send You on a Roller Coaster of Emotions
The witches and wizards in the world of Harry Potter came a LONG way over the course of seven novels. If you're a hardcore fan, then it probably felt a bit like it was your own journey as well. Rereading the first line of The Sorcerer's Stone and the last line of The Deathly Hallows back to back will make you feel so many things. It's bittersweet, it's funny, it's nostalgic, and it will definitely make you smile. Or cry. Or both.
We put together the first and last sentences of all the books, and they'll remind you of everything, good and bad, that your favorite characters made it through (or didn't make it through; still not OK about the whole Fred thing, Rowling). Yet still, in the end, all was well.
12 Excuses Only People Who Truly Hate House Cleaning Understand
When cleaning the house feels akin to going to the dentist or filing your taxes, you're bound to come up with every excuse in the book not to do it. Unfortunately, a messy house begets a messy house until the task at hand grows out of hand. To help tame your hatred of home cleaning, we've gathered up the best nonstarters and provided you with solutions to get past them. Keep reading to find out how even the biggest house-cleaning hater can come to have a spick-and-span home.
Get Organized and Fold Your Plastic Bags
If you're still opting for plastic bags when hitting the grocery store, you probably have a drawer or closet that looks like this pile times 10. Save space and start folding those bags! We came across this smart idea on Pinterest and couldn't wait to see if it actually worked. Here's what to do:
- Smooth a plastic bag horizontally on your work space and start folding it up in three-inch sections. Continue folding until you reach the other side.
- Starting at the closed end of the plastic bag, begin folding diagonally, creating a triangle. Keep folding until you reach the other side.
- Now tuck the ends into the fold, and you have a nice little triangle of a plastic bag.
- Check out how compact the plastic bags are once folded!
- Stash a few in your purse to use the next time you hit the grocery store, making this a supersmart way to store your plastic bags!
13 Interesting Facts You Didn't Know About Univision's Jorge Ramos
Those who didn't grow up watching Jorge Ramos reading the news on Univision every day, winning journalistic awards for his work in politics, and hearing him fight for immigration reform might have wondered who he was when he had that unfortunate run-in with Donald Trump in 2015. But to Latinos everywhere, Jorge was just doing what we've seen him do year after year - stubbornly fighting to be heard and respected as a voice for his community.
With Jorge taking center stage this year as a moderator for one of the Democratic debates and with outlets like The New York Times singing his praises for his influence among Latinos, we've compiled a few interesting facts you might have not known about the Mexican-American. Keep reading to learn more about Jorge.
- He was born in Mexico City on March 16, 1958.
- He has an undergraduate degree in communications from the Ibero-American University in México City and a master's degree in international studies from the University of Miami.
- Jorge came to the US in 1983 with a student visa and became a US citizen when he was 50 years old.
- In any given week, you can find him hosting at least three news shows: Noticiero Univision and Al Punto on Univision and America With Jorge Ramos on Fusion.
- He's been the anchorman for Noticiero Univision since 1986.
- In a 2015 New York Times profile, the newspaper called Jorge "the Walter Cronkite of Latino America."
- He has eight Emmy Awards, including the first one ever given to a leader of Spanish language television.
- He has written 10 books. His most recent one is Take a Stand: Lessons From Rebels.
- He has two kids, Paola and Nicolas, and has been married twice.
- According to his website, he plays soccer every Saturday.
- He has interviewed some of the biggest names in world politics, including President Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Fidel Castro, and Hugo Chávez.
- Of his encounter with Donald Trump during a press conference in August 2015, Jorge has said: "What you want to do in an interview or in a press conference is to unmask, if possible, the person you are talking to. When Donald Trump decided to throw me out, I think he was unmasked. That's the real Donald Trump."
- He moderated the 2016 Democratic debate between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders that aired on Univision, demanding that Clinton say she wouldn't deport any more immigrants if elected.
Genius Mother's Day Decor Gifts That Will Subtly Update Your MIL's Home
Whether your mom's decor could use a little updating or your mother-in-law's home is a couple decades behind, Mother's Day is the perfect time to lend a loving design hand. We spoke with Leslie Banker, principal and president of interior design firm Pamela Banker Associates, and she had some ingenious gift ideas that do double duty to show your mom you love her while subtly updating her abode. Some can be purchased at a store and others are perfect for the crafty DIY type or those on a tight budget. Get the full scoop in Leslie's words ahead.
14 Recipes That Use Summer's Most Delicious Fruit: Watermelon
If you're looking for more ways to add fresh watermelon to your Summer meals, we've got the recipes for you. These 14 dishes infuse Latin cuisine with the juicy and sweet flavors of the fruit by mixing it with queso fresco, chopping it up into salsa, adding it to cold soup, and even making it into agua fresca. Get ready to deplete your local supermarket's stock of watermelon, because you'll be wanting to make these every single day, all season long.
Banish Ugly Coffee Table Clutter With One Easy Trick
Let me share two magic words for clutter-free living: clear surfaces. But while a pared-down coffee table sounds great in theory, how do you keep it from looking like a recycling pile as your favorite fashion books and old copies of Architectural Digests stack up? Simple! Give that stuff a proper place. Step one: grab a rattan basket for your reading material. Step two: put it next to your favorite chair. Step three: snuggle on up. To get you started, here are a few options that will do the trick. And while you're at it, go ahead and throw out that issue you've been saving since January 2015.
8 Places in the Home Even Clean People Forget to Wash
Your bed is always made, toilet bowl polished, and coffee table styled just so, but is your house really clean? Filth can quietly build up in unexpected places, from the decor to the appliances. Read on to discover the most overlooked spots to clean - and to learn how you can get them back in tip-top shape.
- Coffeemaker
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If your morning java is starting to taste funky, it's probably because your coffeemaker is in need of a cleaning. Hard-water deposits and brewing residue can take over your machine if you don't wash it every month or so by running a 50-50 mix of white vinegar and water through the brew cycle. Turn off the machine halfway through brewing, and let it sit for an hour before turning it back on to complete the cycle. Then run fresh water through it a few times until the vinegar smell is gone. The carafe and filter can be cleaned in the dishwasher.
- Throw Pillows
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You know it's important to clean your bedroom pillows, but what about those stylish throw pillows on your sofa? Whether you're using them to prop up your feet after a long day or rest your head during a Netflix binge, they're collecting the same (if not more) dead skin, dust mites, and filth. Be sure to run the vacuum's upholstery attachment over pillows when cleaning the living room, and remove pillow covers for periodic laundering according to the care instructions.
- Kitchen Trash Can
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Is that foul odor lingering even after you take the trash out? It could be leftover food debris and bacteria that have made their way into the trash can. Get it clean by hosing out any gunk before spraying with a disinfectant and an odor-eliminating product and giving it a thorough scrub down.
- Curtains and Upholstery
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They might look clean to the naked eye, but curtains and upholstery trap everything from pollen and dust mites to bacteria and mold. Take the vacuum to them regularly, and for especially dirty fabrics, check the label to see if washing or professional cleaning is an option.
- Dishwasher
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This one might seem counterintuitive, but even dish-cleaning machines require cleaning. Dishwashers get clogged with food debris, soap scum, hard-water deposits, and even mold. Start by cleaning out the filter of the dishwasher - yes, your dishwasher has a filter, and if this is the first time you're learning of it, odds are yours is clogged with old food particles - and then run a heavy-duty cleaning agent through the wash cycle. We're partial to baking soda bombs.
- Bathroom Decor
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From the cup you hold your toothbrush in to the glass jars atop the toilet, you would be surprised how bacteria spreads around the bathroom. Give all your bathroom accessories a good antiseptic rubdown when you're cleaning the bathroom.
- Washing Machine
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If you've ever noticed that your clothes smell less than fresh after being washed, then it's probably time to clean your washing machine. With all the water and damp clothes that go through them, these machines are especially susceptible to mold and mildew. You can clean your washing machine by running a mix of white vinegar and baking soda through the hottest cycle available.
- Knobs, Handles, and Switches
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Based on the number of dirty hands grabbing at them, knobs, handles, and light switches seem like an obvious place to disinfect, but they're frequently overlooked. Don't forget to address these bacteria hot spots when wiping down places like the kitchen and bathroom.
The 10 Commandments of DIY Wedding Decor
We can't turn on our computer these days without stumbling across a beautiful wedding DIY. Handcrafted touches go a long way to extend your wedding budget and personalize your big day, so it's not surprising that many brides are buying less and making more of their wedding decor - but before you break out the glue gun, there are a few DIY wedding decor rules we urge you to follow. Ignoring these rules has been known to lead to exhaustion, stress, bridal burnout, and regret. Make the wedding-planning process enjoyable by abiding by our 10 commandments of DIY wedding decor below.
Thou Shalt . . .
- Finalize the wedding theme before starting any DIY decor projects
With so many beautiful images on blogs and Pinterest, it can be tempting to pull from many different color schemes and aesthetics, but you'll soon find yourself with a disjointed jumble of decor. Don't spend a dollar on DIY supplies until you've decided on your theme and edited your decor project list to match.
- Overestimate the amount of time a DIY decor project is going to take
It's pretty much guaranteed that a project will take longer than expected to complete, not to mention you have to repeat that centerpiece DIY for each and every table. Pad your timeline to avoid unnecessary stress.
- Be realistic about your craft skill level
You might be in love with the glossy images of a DIY decor project you saw on Pinterest, but those photos are not necessarily representative of how your version will turn out. Avoid a #PinterestFail by leaving the highly skilled projects to the pros.
- Only commit to doing as many DIY decor projects as can be reasonably completed before the wedding
With the money-saving value many DIYs offer, it's tempting to want to DIY everything to extend your budget, but the fact is you don't have time to do it all - you still have that pesky job, social commitments, and wedding planning taking up your time. Pick and choose what to DIY and what to buy carefully. Your time is precious and needs to be budgeted like your money, and you can't afford to run out of either.
- Accept family and friends' offers to help
There's nothing wrong with outsourcing DIY projects when aunt so-and-so or your former college roommate offers to help. In fact, doing so will make your friends and family feel more involved while giving you more time to focus on wedding prep.
- Not spend more money on the DIY than it would cost to buy the finished product
While most DIYs help you save money, there are some that turn into huge cost-sucks. If you have to buy expensive equipment or supplies to complete a DIY, then it's time to weigh the cost against that of simply buying the finished product.
- Personalize it where it appropriate
Don't be a slave to the instructions on the page. It's OK to change colors, add a monogram, skip the beading, and generally adjust DIYs to your taste. After all, one of the pros of DIY decor is that it's more personal than store-bought, so customize it!
- Not do any DIY decor project that requires wedding-day work or setup
Draw the DIY line at any project that is going to require work, attention, or setup on the wedding day. You have enough to do on your wedding day (and hardly enough time to do it as is). Putting together boutonnieres is not where your attention should be.
- Know when to throw in the towel
When a project just isn't working, cut your losses early and move on. You have too much wedding prep to do to waste time working on something that isn't going to turn out right.
- Accept imperfection
Handmade items are going to have imperfections - or "character," as we like to call them. Don't dwell on them. Focus on what you love, and trust that your guests, who aren't going to be anywhere near as critical as you, won't notice. All they'll see is the love that went into crafting each piece.
lundi 2 mai 2016
11 Times You Could Totally Relate to the Exotic Trash Panda
Trash pandas are misunderstood, we swear. They might get a bad rap for being dirty or annoying, but we know the truth - they're awesome. They're feisty little creatures that act a lot like us, if we're being honest. In fact, we can definitely relate to them quite often. Scroll through to see the 10 times you may have felt a little bit like a trash panda and take comfort in knowing you're not alone!
Gwyneth Paltrow's New Real Estate Purchase Is Fit For Italian Royalty
Who knew that an Italian getaway was sitting as close as Santa Barbara, CA? Gwyneth Paltrow recently snagged a $4.9 million Venice-inspired home in sunny SoCal that could easily be mistaken for a Venetian palace. With ocean views and gorgeously groomed gardens, the 5,022-square-foot estate is fit for Italian royalty. Not only will the Oscar-winning actress and founder of lifestyle brand Goop be able to enjoy her four-bedroom, four-bathroom home with 20-foot skylights and high ceilings, but it also includes the three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom property next door.
Although the listing mentions that the home will be quite a fixer-upper, the long lap pool, multiple terraces, and floor-to-ceiling windows are completely worth the renovation from the looks of it. The large living room is ideal for entertaining and the 2.5 acres of greenery aren't too shabby either. According to Trulia, Gwyneth already has a $14 million home about an hour's drive away in Malibu, CA; a $10 million estate in Los Angeles; and more properties in London and New York. Talk about life goals.
To get a glimpse at her most recent real estate purchase, look ahead for a virtual house tour.
You Won't Believe Who Just Bought Selena Gomez's Cursed House
Selena Gomez listed her 7,700-square-foot Calabasas, CA, mansion in 2015, just a year and a half after purchasing it. The reason? The singer was never able to feel safe in the home; a stalker showed up just days after she moved in and was arrested in her guest house several days later. A handful of 911 calls over concerns of intruders followed. Yikes!
There's finally some good news, however: rapper French Montana, aka Khloé Kardashian's ex, has just purchased the home for $3.3 million.
Selena listed this six-bedroom, seven-bathroom Mediterranean-style home in the exclusive Hidden Hills neighborhood for $4.5 million ( quite a bit more than French paid for it. The home is an entertainer's dream with an open-floor-plan main living area, eat-in kitchen, and private movie theater. The spacious backyard includes a large pool, an outdoor kitchen with a brick pizza oven, and two al fresco dining areas. We can only imagine the parties French will throw here!
The singer sold her previous home, a Tarzana, CA, compound she beautifully remodeled, to Iggy Azalea in 2014 for $3.45 million.
The Best Places to Order Gorgeous Wedding Invitations Online
After picking a spouse, choosing a date, and settling on a venue, there's one very important wedding planning step left: inviting guests! Whereas wedding invitation options used to be limited to what the stationer down the street was peddling, you can now shop from hundreds of customizable styles conveniently sold online. With so many reputable retailers selling beautiful, high-quality invitations, your only problem will be picking just one! Keep reading to check out our favorite online wedding invitation stores.
Get Ready For the Dog Days of Summer With These Fun Products
Can you believe it's already May?! The dog days of Summer will be here before we know it, so we're getting ready for it with some cute new dog toys, a few things for ourselves, and one supercool event in New York City that's sure to bring out every pup in the city. Scroll through to see all the fun products - and experiences - that we're loving right now.
19 Wedding Gifts For the Couple Who Has Everything
It's a familiar dilemma: your friends, who have lived together for ages, are getting married but already have practically every essential found on wedding registry checklists. You might even be that friend!
Well, what to do? Enter Kaufmann Mercantile, the carefully edited eshop specializing in high design and responsibly sourced products. CEO Sebastian Kaufmann and his team have just launched a wedding registry service. A look through the offerings in Kaufmann Mercantile's eshop shows a cornucopia of gift options any hard-to-shop-for friend or family member would love to receive in honor of their special day.
dimanche 1 mai 2016
Look Back at Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart's Relationship Through the Years
Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart are back to being an item and we're taking that and their loving looks on the red carpet as confirmation that the couple is in for the long haul.
The two met in late 2011, when he was a dancer on her tour, and dated for two years, showing up at red carpets holding hands and cozying up at award shows before breaking up in 2014 for unknown reasons. But it wasn't long before the couple was spotted again, vacationing in the Hamptons and celebrating Jennifer's 46th birthday.
Even if J Lo and Casper don't want to put too many labels on their relationship, we will give them one: hottest couple alive. These are their best photos through the years - plenty of naked dresses ahead.
This Is What's For Dinner Tonight and For the Next 30 Days
You know how every week, when it's time to plan dinner for the next seven days, you succumb to the usual suspects and end up hitting the grocery store for the same boring ingredients that make the exact same thing you ate last week? Well, consider those your old habits. These 31 delicious and easy-to-make Latin-inspired recipes - none of them require more than an hour from prep to sit down - will spice up your dinner setting for the next month.
Does Peruvian tiradito sound scrumptious? How about Cuban caesar salad or pineapple chorizo rice bows? Scroll ahead for those and more mouth-watering and life-changing recipes.
5 Things Every Tomato-Grower Needs to Know Before Planting
Interested in gardening? Tomatoes are one of the easiest things to grow. While the plants are pretty forgiving, there are a few things you can do to amp up your tomato production so you can enjoy the tart fruit all Summer long.
Pick a brand-new spot with full sun.
Tomatoes need at least 8-10 hours of full sunlight so pick the right spot accordingly. Also, don't plant in the same spot! Tomatoes are prone to disease if grown in the same area year after year! Rotate the area where you plant them.
Work compost into the soil before planting the starts.
As with every season, work several inches of compost into the soil beds to keep them nutrient-dense and to help maintain the moisture and structure of the soil.
Bury most of the stem when planting the starts.
The stem of the start ought to be buried! While this seems slightly off of intuitive, burying the roots and the stem (up to the first leaves) actually helps establish a strong root system.
Let the water grow flowers, not foilage.
Tomatoes grow a staggering, unbelieveable amount of leaves that can grow into a tangled mess quickly. Keep them in check by watering the roots, not the leaves. Each day, pinch off non-flowering branches so the water is directed toward producing flowers and fruit, not foilage.
Stagger when and where you plant your tomatoes.
Stagger the tomato starts a foot to 18 inches apart along a trellis. And, plant only half of your tomatoes now and half later (several weeks to a month). This way, you aren't harvesting tons of tomatoes at the same time.
Stay On the Go With Our May Must Haves
We're inspired to get active this May - aren't you? From biking to yoga, there are fitness events a aplenty to choose from and we have a couple to tell you about. Plus we want to share new gear to power your workouts as well as fuel your rest days. Check out our favorites for this merry month of May.
Who Do You See in This Picture? The Answer Is Important to Your Vision
You might not want to know the answer to the test, but you should take it anyway. Play the video, and an image will appear - you'll see either Marilyn Monroe or Albert Einstein. We won't tell you what each answer means till the end, so as not to influence what you see.
The video comes to us from AsapSCIENCE, which creates popular YouTube science videos. What's going on? The video uses a hybrid image that combines pictures of the two icons and mutes or enhances certain details from each face. The test measures how well you're able to focus and pick up on details like contrast and spatial frequency.
So, for the answer: If you're at a normal viewing distance and get Albert Einstein, you have pretty decent vision. But if you see Marilyn Monroe, you should talk to your doctor about glasses or contacts.
This might be better than the whole dress debate, since it actually means something to your life. How do you compare to everyone else? Vote in the poll to find out!
These Painfully Hilarious Jokes Prove Han Solo Is Basically Your Own Dad
Sure, a few months have come and gone since Star Wars: The Force Awakens was in theaters, but that doesn't mean fans are stopping themselves from making memes and jokes about the film. For the most part, Kylo Ren is a fan favorite for jokes, with fans creating a backstory for him and even completely parodying his actions. Now, Han Solo finally gets the spotlight he deserves in the form of epic dad jokes. Imgur user Ilikebeards made a series of hilarious dad jokes Solo would say that will either make you laugh out of shame or because you actually find them funny. Check out the gallery below.
12 Things You Should Know Before Traveling Across the Country on Amtrak
I have always fantasized about traveling across the country by train, so when my boyfriend, Johnny, suggested that we take Amtrak from San Francisco to New York City, I was all in. There have been many conversations around the web about what it's really like to take Amtrak for long trips, so I want to give you the most accurate and true depiction.
Johnny and I decided to get a roomette for the first and longest leg of our travel on the California Zephyr. We had the small room from Emeryville (the Amtrak station right outside of San Francisco) to Chicago for two days and two nights. After a seven-hour stop in Chicago, we rode the remaining 17 hours of our journey to NYC in coach seats. In total, our tickets for two people came out to $772. Not bad considering we were traveling for three and a half days and our meals were included with the roomette.
To get all the details on what it's like to sleep, eat, and basically live in an Amtrak train while chugging across America, keep reading. There are lots of interesting details that will take you by surprise.
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OITNB's Diane Guerrero Opens Up About Her Parents' Deportation and Why This Is the Country They Love
Diane Guerrero isn't letting her past define her, but she certainly is letting it shape her. The Orange Is the New Black and Jane the Virgin star always had a story to tell - way before her parents were taken from their home in Boston and deported to Colombia when she was just 14. She wanted to entertain and teach on stage and on set, but she probably never imagined that her narrative would end up on pen and paper, too. Her memoir, In the Country We Love, on sale May 3, is powerful - it had me in tears page after page - and so is Diane.
It takes just a few minutes on the phone for Diane to show she's sentimental, opinionated, and determined but also empathetic and totally lovable. In all honesty, if you ever have the chance to talk to her like I did, you will find yourself wishing you could be her best friend. She is wise beyond her 29 years and ready to share her life, full of challenges and obstacles, with anyone ready for it.
Here, she opens up about the harrowing experience of being an American citizen left behind after her parents' deportation but also about her hopes for immigration change, friendship, and having a support system that made her life today possible.
POPSUGAR: Your story is very personal and emotional. Can you tell us a little bit about what the process was like once you decided it was time to share it?
Diane Guerrero: It was really scary, definitely overwhelming, and at times I really wanted to stop. It was hard reliving all of those memories, but I think I realized that I was growing through the process and even though it was tough to deal with, at the end of the day, I felt better about everything; I felt one step closer to being at peace. The book doesn't only talk about the sad moments, but it also brings up really beautiful moments with my family and in my life, triumphs that my family and I lived, and those moments are not to be taken for granted. Throughout the book, I realized I needed to appreciate my family and my own story and say, "Wow, my story is valuable too, and I shouldn't feel ashamed of it. I should be proud."
PS: The book starts with you coming home and finding that your parents have been taken by immigration officials. It's a very visceral and palpable moment. That day was life-changing - how has that influenced everything you've done moving forward?
DG: It was something really tough to go through at such a young age, but it really helped me buckle down. It showed me that I was going to have to work really hard and that things weren't going to be easy, sugarcoated. Things were just very matter-of-fact. It taught me to be strong. Even though it was an incredibly sad moment, it was inspiring. It says: "OK, here I am, what am I going to do? Am I going to curl up in a ball and stay like this and let this take me down? Or am I going to keep living and try to find my way in the world and make things better for myself?" I think I chose the latter. It made me have a vision.
I knew that I wanted better for myself. I knew that one day I had to get my family back together. I knew that there was going to be a lot of obstacles. My family was now broken, and maybe I don't get my family together in the literal sense, but I can get them on the same page regarding our truths and experiences and accepting our situation, making the most of what we were given. I wanted to show that there were real families behind the issues. I also wanted to tell it from the perspective of a citizen child left behind. I wanted to answer those questions that people often have, like, "Why didn't you go back with your parents?" and "Why wasn't it easy for them to achieve citizenship?" This is not everyone's experience, but guess what? A lot of people share them.
The Swimwear You Need This Summer
Is it Summer yet? Because we're impatiently counting the days until we're able to escape to a tropical beach, bring out our favorite sunglasses and light dresses, and put on a brand-new swimsuit.
To make sure we're all ready for that warm trip on the horizon, we've put together this inspiring shopping list of new swimwear as modeled by some of your favorite Latina fashion bloggers. Next time you're on the beach, you'll be rocking sheer paneling, a cross-front one-piece, and even long sleeves. Keep reading to find the trends you'll be loving this season.
Dulce María's "No Sé Llorar" Music Video Is 1 Seriously Emotional Journey
Dulce María just released the music video for her new song, "No Sé Llorar," and it is guaranteed to give you serious feels.
The Mexican singer, who you may remember was part of now-defunct pop group RBD and Jeans, gives a chilling performance in the four-minute-long video set to her grippingly passionate ballad. And we need a second to contain ourselves. Do yourself a favor and watch the beautiful video above, and then give our feel-good playlist a listen.
I Watched Purple Rain With a Theater Full of Strangers and It Was Beautiful
Like a lot of people, I couldn't quite come to terms with Prince's passing. Prince was an American institution, like Mount Rushmore or the Golden Gate Bridge, and I guess I always felt that he would defy something so human such as death. He was this whimsical alien who had mastered multiple instruments and yet maintained an incomparable sense of humor that can sometimes be lacking in definitive geniuses like himself.
Since my parents were fans of his, I remember hearing Prince's songs from an early age. However, I didn't really understand his cultural impact until I got older. After enrolling in New York University's gender and sexuality studies program, I became interested in public figures, like Prince and David Bowie, who disregarded traditional gender performances and instead embraced androgyny. I hate that Prince will no longer be around to gift us with his electrifying music, but I'm equally upset about the fact that he defined mainstream pop culture while also being different, subversive, and a little weird . . . and we so desperately need that.
In an effort to confront and mourn the loss of the beloved icon, I attended one of AMC's special screenings of Purple Rain, and it was beautiful.
The particular screening I went to took place on Saturday evening in Lower Manhattan. As my boyfriend and I approached the theater, we noticed a line that went out from the entrance and practically spanned the length of a New York City block. Most of the people in line were wearing purple items of clothing, if not head-to-toe purple ensembles. One glance at the line and I knew that, yep, it was definitely the one we were supposed to wait in.
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While printing out our tickets, we chatted up a woman who had already been to another screening the night before. She said the turnout had been about the same that night, and we all wondered if other larger theaters throughout the city had been as packed. Probably, I thought.
We finally made it inside just as the opening credits started rolling. An ocean of iPhone screens began snapping photos and the audience erupted in applause the second Prince began performing "Let's Go Crazy" in the movie's introductory scene. That immediate reaction kind of set the tone for the rest of the movie. After every performance and quotable quip, people cheered, maybe because we all knew that our catalog of Prince moments had abruptly become stagnant and incapable of growing beyond the existing material he had already put out into the world. We suddenly became very appreciative.
Some aspects of the movie haven't aged well, like the treatment of many of the female characters, but its campiness is juxtaposed by Prince's unparalleled ability to perform the hell out of everything. So we simply laughed at the clumsy editing or dialogue and instead celebrated what mattered: his unabashedly sexy and heartbreakingly vulnerable artistry. Everyone danced in their seats - or out of them - and sang loudly without embarrassment or shyness. My boyfriend even encountered one couple voraciously making out by the exit doors. It was everything Prince would have wanted.
This Dramatic Staircase Makeover Will Cause You to Do a Double Take
The set of unfinished stairs that greeted guests as soon as they walked into IHeart Organizing blogger Jen Jones's house were a serious eyesore. Tired of hiding them, Jen decided to embark on a stair makeover, and the results will wow you.
While the project has multiple steps, it's significantly more approachable than expected and much more affordable than it looks. It starts with a brilliant hack: a false stair kit - yes, that's a real thing! Jen picked one up at The Home Depot that contained treads (the panel you step on) and risers (the panel that rises up between stairs).
To customize her staircase and make sure it matched the other stairs in her home, she purchased the wood unfinished and treated the panels herself. Treads were stained walnut, and the risers were coated with glossy white paint. Once they dried, she sawed them to the right size and secured them to the staircase.
Like we said, it's not an easy project but certainly a doable and dramatic one. Interested in tackling your own ugly staircase? Get the step-by-step details on IHeart Organizing.
19 Very Emotional Things We All Felt on Our First Run
You got yourself some slick new running shoes, put on a sweet little running outfit, got your headphones, and made a killer playlist, but nothing - NOTHING - prepared you for the first side cramp, shin splint, loss of any and all ability to breathe, lungs on fire . . . and complete and total anguish. Although it is a fraught memory, we'd like to think of our first run as a humorous one, and at least get a few laughs out of the experience.
17 Tech Gifts Under $100 Perfect For Every Mom
Whether your mom has the latest iPhone or prefers to keep her tech simple, we've rounded up the best gifts for her that won't hurt your wallet. Each of these gifts are stylish and useful, from a sleek Macbook dock to a cute iPhone wallet case. Take a look ahead and let this just be one way to let her know how much you love her. If you need any further insipration, check out some other tech gift ideas that might be a tiny bit pricier.
If You Struggle With Writing a Paper, Try Adding This 1 Awesome Line
One of the worst parts about college is definitely writing a paper. Most of us don't start until the night before and who's ever claimed to have fun in the process? But one student thought of the most genius way to make the experience slightly more tolerable.
Potterhead and Twitter user CaptainCaplin posted this:
Desperately trying to trick myself into doing some work http://pic.twitter.com/NylXLm8hgm
- Hen (@CaptainCaplin) April 23, 2016
What better way to add some flavor to your essays than to follow the lead of J.K. Rowling? We have to admit, anything that starts with "Harry Potter and the . . ." sounds way more appealing - something people must agree with, as the tweet has more than 13,000 "likes."
So next time you're struggling with writing a title or a paper - or with life in general - throw some magic into it.
This Might Be the Most Bizarre Display of Affection We've Seen From a Cat Owner
Showing some love for your favorite feline takes on many forms, but this display of affection takes it to a new level. When Imgur user kindstrangerofgold shared a picture of her sister with her pet cat sporting matching t-shirts with a twist, the Internet community had a lot to say about it. How do you feel about these t-shirts? Hilarious birthday gift or another form of kitty torture?
15 GIFs That Perfectly Describe Your Relationship With Your Mom
Growing up with a Latina mom is a bit like growing up on a roller coaster - the best damn roller coaster ever.
I never really appreciated it until I moved to New York City at 18 and realized that, even though I might've thought otherwise as she made me sit through Mass every Sunday or threatened to smack me with her shoe, my mom is actually my best friend. She raised me on her own and still managed to age like she's Jennifer Lopez (that alone deserves major props, am I right?), but no one gets me like she does - and I wouldn't trade that for anything.
Is your mom your bestie, too? Keep reading for signs she most definitely is.
What The Walking Dead Cast and Producers Have Revealed About Season 7
We've got a fever, and the only known antidote is more fresh episodes of The Walking Dead. Unfortunately, we have to wait until October for those, so for now we have to settle for hints that the actors and producers have given us. Because we don't know who dies on the finale (or do we?), most of the actors have been very tight-lipped about what to expect on season seven, but Jeffrey Dean Morgan (aka Negan), Andrew Lincoln (Rick, who we basically know doesn't die), and the producers have been giving some very telling interviews. We already rounded up everything they've said about Negan's upcoming story arc, but here's what you need to know about what's up with season seven in general - apart from all the details we already have.
32 Horror Movies Based on Books That Are Just as Terrifying
It's no secret that some of the scariest horror movies of all time were adapted from some truly terrifying books. The master of horror novels, Stephen King, has practically had his entire library transferred to the big screen, but there are some great horror authors whose names you may never have heard. Before you pick your next read, take a look at the books that inspired your favorite scary movies, and make sure you've caught up with all the horror movies based on true stories!
Move Over, Zoodles - Black Bean Pasta Is Coming to a Table Near You
Always on the search for pasta alternatives like zoodles, whole wheat pasta, and spaghetti squash, we might have another one: black bean rotini. On my weekly trip to Trader Joe's, I came across an endcap full of organic black bean rotini pasta; after seeing there was only one ingredient - black bean flour - I had to give it a try.
These noodles are packed with double the amount of protein and 650 percent more fiber than your average semolina flour pasta for the same serving size.
| Nutrition | Trader Joe's Organic Black Bean Rotini (serving size: 56 grams) | Traditional Rotini Pasta (serving size: 56 grams) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 | 200 |
| Fat | 1.5 grams | 1 gram |
| Protein | 14 grams | 7 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 35 grams | 42 grams |
| Dietary Fiber | 15 grams | 2 grams |
| Sugar | 2 grams | 1 gram |
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Tips on How to Prep These Noodles
According to the cooking instructions on the package, al dente noodles should boiled for 8-10 minutes. I pulled mine at six minutes in hope that the noodles would finish in the sauce but they were already a little past al dente in texture. Next time (and there will be a next time), I'll try at the five-minute mark and let them finish in my sauce. I served mine with just roasted chicken, marinara sauce, and sprinkle of parmesan cheese. These noodles would also make a great cold Summer pasta salad with fresh corn, tomatoes, and a sprinkle of feta cheese. Just be sure as you cook them to check the firmness more frequently than traditional noodles.
Does It Taste Exactly Like Pasta?
No, there is a faint black-bean flavor, and the texture is a little chewier than traditional pasta. Unlike zoodles and spaghetti squash, they actually soak up the flavor of the sauce. Don't have a Trader Joe's in your neighborhood? There are plenty of retailers selling it online.
47 Cheerful iPhone Cases Perfect For This Summer
Ice cream, mermaids, beaches, palm trees - Summer is a seriously stellar season. Gear up for all the fun things ahead with an iPhone case that matches your mood. We've got 47 options that will get you pumped for the coming months of sun!
30 New Movies and TV Shows Hitting Netflix in May
May is a big month for Netflix! Not only is the streaming service rolling out a handful of new seasons of their original shows, but there are also a bunch of A-list movies coming. (Yes, I'm counting Bring It On.) Before you get too excited, make sure you've checked off all the movies you wanted to see from April's crop, and check out the titles that are expiring on May 1.
15 Refreshing Cocktails to Celebrate Watermelon Season
Some might be celebrating the arrival of sun rays and Summer fashion, but not us. What we're really pumped about is watermelon season. And just when we thought nothing could beat sitting outside with a juicy slice of the fruit, we found these 15 cocktail recipes. These refreshing margaritas, citrusy sangrias, and sharp mojitos are here to change your life and make happy hour a hell of a lot happier this Summer. Look ahead and get ready to mix 'em up!
5 Cant-Miss Movies and Shows Coming to Netflix This May
Grab your snacks and prepare your queues, because Netflix is adding even more Latin flair beginning May 1. The streaming service already has a lengthy list of telenovelas, and now new Spanish-language movies and a Latin chef-focused season of its hit original series, Chef's Table, will be available. Read on to discover what you can expect (and when), then check out the full list of what's to come in May.
Forget the Dumbbells! These Intense Workouts Use Just a Wall
Can't work out because you don't have a gym or equipment? That's no excuse, because these intense, effective moves use a wall. Burn calories and tone your muscles in ways you never imagined. Yes, one of these videos even shows how to do burpees using a wall! Find a wall, and give these a try.
A Traditional Entryway Is Completely Modernized With Just 2 Easy Changes
It's easy to fall for the charm of an old home, even if you're quite modern yourself. In fact, we think some of the best design comes from the intersection of different styles. Blogger and interior stylist Kirsten Grove agrees, so when her "cool, trendy, and modern" cousins purchased a beautiful 1910 home, she helped them update the entryway by making two simple changes, neither of which infringed on the home's period integrity.
First, she used paint to transform the space, covering up the existing green walls - which were attractive but too traditional for the new homeowners - with a clean white. To contrast the white, she covered the winding staircase in a striking dark gray.
Second, she swapped out the romantic crystal chandelier for a modern, brass, and black pendant. Et voilà! The space went from tired to on-trend and became the perfect representation of its owners without an expensive overhaul. Get the full update story - including paint colors - on Kirsten's blog, Simply Grove.
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