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 19 juillet 2016
The All-Day Energy Tips That Will Change Your Life
Tired of waking up without energy day after day? You're not alone. Your responsibilities and obligations might not be letting up any time soon, but there's good news: developing healthy habits has a huge impact on your energy levels.
Morning
- Don't hit snooze: Before you're even out of bed, this culprit sucks away energy for the rest of the day. Hitting the snooze button makes it harder to wake up and ends up affecting your energy levels all day long. A more consistent wake-up time will help you skip the snooze button and wake up naturally with more energy. If waking up on your own feels like a long way off, simply get up when your alarm goes off.
- Start hydrating ASAP: Drinking water helps your body perform at its top potential all day long, but first thing in the morning, it gives your digestive system a kick in the right direction and starts energizing your whole body. Keeping water at your bedside will help you start sipping as soon as you wake up.
- Choose the right breakfast: Eating a satisfying breakfast offers your body the energy and nutrients it needs to feel great all morning long. Take a tip from nutritionist Melissa Costello and go for foods that are a mix of complex carbs, proteins, and healthy fats. She says, "This will help balance [your] blood sugar for the day," which keeps your energy up and crashes away.
- Fit in a workout: Starting your day with exercise is one of the best ways to feel energized before you head to the office. Even better, during morning workouts, exercisers are more likely to burn more calories and work out harder - an added bonus! If you're not an early riser, don't fret; the most important thing is to make time for exercise at some point during your day.
Afternoon
- Get fresh air: Feeling stuck at your desk leaves you feeling drained and disconnected. Step away from work, go outside for some fresh air and sunny rays, and take a walk during your break. It may seem like a luxury to leave, but you'll come back to whatever you were working on with a fresh perspective and much more energy.
- Drink green tea: You might be tempted to reach for that second cup of coffee in the afternoon, but opt for green tea instead. It will keep give your body a boost - with a ton of extra benefits - and is less likely to affect with your sleep later that night.
- Declutter your workspace: When your desk (or inbox) looks like a war zone, it's setting you up to feel stressed out and wiped out. Take a few minutes every day to clean up and get organized, so it doesn't feel so overwhelming later. A calmer, more zen work environment keeps you feeling "on," connected, and productive.
- Eat an energizing snack: As tempting as those goods from the vending machine can be, they won't offer your body the sustainable energy it needs. Keep these healthy snacks on hand at work to stave off unhealthy cravings and support your needs.
Evening
- Skip the nightcap: After a long day, a few glasses or wine or a nice cocktail might seem like the perfect way to unwind, but alcohol can disrupt your natural sleep cycle and leave you feeling exhausted the following morning. If you're dealing with energy issues, it's best to just say no to alcohol before bed.
- Turn off electronics: If you keep your electronics on all night, it is affecting your sleep patterns and your demeanor the following morning. Before bed, skip the tube or your laptop, and wind down with an article or book instead. This change seems small but makes an enormous difference.
- Get to bed: Quality sleep is one of the best ways to ensure energy the next day. Those Netflix binges and extra chapters add up! Listen to your body, hit the hay earlier, and make sure you're getting at least seven hours of sleep every night so you wake up feeling fabulous, energized, and ready to take on your day.
Pokémons of New York Is About to Become Your New Favorite Facebook Page
Fans of Pokémon and Pokémon Go are about to be obsessed with Facebook page Pokémons of New York, a parody of the touching Humans of New York page.
Delhi students Abhishek Singh Kadian and Avish Revis hopped on the viral craze and created the epic Facebook page, which now has over 12,500 likes - 3,000 of which were received on just the first day, according to BuzzFeed.
Similar to the HONY page, Pokémons of New York (yes, the plural was intentional) features a different person, or in this case, Pokémon, and its backstory. Anyone who at least knows the basics of Pokémon will crack up at these.
Check out some of the best posts ahead and get ready to start following this page obsessively.
17 Pokémon Go Memes That Perfectly Sum Up the Different Teams
Everyone who's anyone playing Pokémon Go knows the most intense decision you might make is choosing a team. At first, it feels like just a random choice between Team Valor, Mystic, or Instinct. But the internet thinks otherwise and these savage memes ahead will prove that your team choice says so much about you.
Sure, Pokémon Go is bringing people together, but we're all just trying to be the best that no one ever was. So whether you're a know-it-all Team Valor person, a happy person who just wants to be left alone on Team Instinct, or someone who has all their Pokémon Go facts researched, go ahead and laugh at all the memes ahead.
The 1 SUPER Simple Hack to Keep Your Phone Safe at the Beach
If you're headed somewhere near water and don't want to spend money on a waterproof phone case - or forgot to order one ahead of time - here's the next best thing: find a sandwich bag to keep your phone safe from any splashes. You can navigate it (press buttons, scroll through Insta, etc.) just as you normally would; the only thing that's not the same is taking photos.
This hack also helps on beach days when you don't want sand to ruin your phone. Huzzah!
Why Today's Pokémon Go Players Won't Know What It's Like to Be a True Fan
Any Pokémon fan will remember the glory days of booting up your Game Boy and spending hours playing the game. And while we're pretty happy that Pokémon Go is making people try anything in their quest to become a Pokémon master, we know that we were here first - and aren't just discovering the game and its characters for the first time. Don't call us bitter; just call us fans who want everyone else to know what it's really like to see everyone playing Pokémon Go.
lundi 18 juillet 2016
Chris Pratt and Denzel Washington Are the Action Duo You Never Knew You Needed in the Magnificent Seven Trailer
A new, extended look at The Magnificent Seven is here, and it was definitely worth the wait. The action-packed movie, which is a remake of the 1960s film, stars Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke, Vincent D'Onofrio, Byung-Hun Lee, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, and Martin Sensmeier as seven gunslingers who are seeking vengeance against a villainous Peter Sarsgaard. Denzel brings his signature attitude to the film, while Chris Pratt looks insanely handsome covered in dirt and leaning up against a few fences, all while delivering lines with his trademark charm and sarcasm. Watch the men in action above, and then be sure to check out the teaser trailer below before the movie hits theaters on Sept. 23!
Princess Marie of Denmark Could Teach Kate Middleton a Styling Trick or 2
Princess Marie of Denmark didn't step into the spotlight until 2005, when she began dating Prince Joachim. After becoming his second wife when the pair tied the knot in 2008, Marie began showing off a handful of glamorous dresses. She fully embraced her royal wardrobe but kept things fresh. One of her favorite shades is white, but she opts for two-piece sets, beadwork, or cocktail numbers that feel more like jazzy eveningwear than wedding attire. When it comes to daytime events, Marie's a step ahead - she's been rocking lined blazers, pleats, and velvet for years. Plus, there's no hat too high or headband too dramatic for Marie. Read on to see some of her most graceful fashion moments, from which we've gleaned a styling tip or two.
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The Evolution of Queen Letizia and King Felipe's Love
For the past 13 years - since they announced their engagement in 2003 - Queen Letizia and King Felipe VI of Spain have shared with us more than a few sweet moments. Their glamorous wedding in 2004 was a true fairy-tale event; the birth of their two daughters, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía, a cause for major celebration; and their everyday official appearances and trips, always total treats where they look smiley and just absolutely happy.
From the way Felipe helps Letizia down the steps every time she's in heels to the mischievous looks and whispers they share at public hearings, it's pretty obvious that the affection between these two lovebirds only gets stronger as time goes by. They truly are one supercute couple - see what we mean by scrolling through their most adorable moments here.
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When It Comes to Pregnancy Style, Candice Swanepoel Can't Resist a Breezy Boho Looks
Behati Prinsloo isn't the only Victoria's Secret Angel expecting - Candice Swanepoel announced she's pregnant, too! When the mama-to-be and her fiancé, Hermann Nicoli, shared the news, all we could think about were the sure-to-be-sexy style moments to come. We didn't have to wait long - Candice has been sharing snaps of her growing belly in looks that feel super boho, including a fabulous bandana-print dress and now a tie-dye maxi. Plus, she announced the sex of her baby in nothing but slouchy boyfriend jeans - and there's nothing hotter than that. Read on to see Candice's 'grams along with her latest cozy-meets-edgy-chic maternity street style.
Ciara Will Make You Consider This Wild Print For Your Next Wedding
Ciara and her new husband Russell Wilson passed the spotlight to Seattle Seahawks player Deshawn Shead and Jessica Martinez when they attended the couple's wedding ceremony. And while Jessica certainly wore a beautiful gown, complete with an embellished bodice and ruffled train, it was Ciara's Givenchy maxi that took us by surprise. The star was wearing leopard print, after all.
But just because the pattern on her dress was a little wild, doesn't mean it wasn't sophisticated. Thanks to a formfitting silhouette and cap sleeves, Ciara's wedding guest look was effortless. What's more, she convinced us to try out a similar style this season by proving that leopard can be quite lovely - and simple enough not to distract from the bride. Read on to zoom in, then shop away.
36 Toddler Tees That Prove It's So Much More Fun to Dress Your Kid Than Yourself
Regardless of how you feel about your postbaby style, it's so much more fun to dress up tiny humans than it is to get dressed yourself. Before they can make an argument for wearing a cape to school you can dress them in cute baby onesies, and then, when they're old enough to decide it's their way or the highway, you can fill their closet with adorable tees that will have them looking photo-ready no matter which they choose*.
Scroll through for 36 toddler tees with fun phrases and sayings that will totally rule your phone's photstream and social media accounts.
*We can't do anything about the cape thing, though. Sorry.
Commuters, Stay Sane During Your Next Ride With These 6 MUST HAVE Apps
The average human spends 52 minutes a day commuting, but most of us know that already high number can easily feel twice as long when you have nothing with which to occupy the time. Thankfully, there is no shortage of great time-killing apps available, but the best ones are those that will help you do something productive with your commute time, like brushing up on your French or memorizing every country in Europe. Some even come with offline capability, so you'll never find yourself stranded without entertainment as you're waiting underground for a subway transfer.
Here are the best apps for commuters looking to learn, read, listen, and play their way through their daily public transit odyssey.
Chloë Grace Moretz and Brooklyn Beckham Already Have a Whole Scrapbook of Lovely Snaps
In early May, Chloë Grace Moretz finally admitted what we'd long suspected: she's in a relationship with Brooklyn Beckham! Although we've traced their blooming romance back to May 2014, their love has really budded since they both went public. As the sweet moments keep piling up we've decided to collect all their best snaps in one convenient place.
Gigi Hadid's Been Swapping Out Her Sneakers For This Easy Summer Sandal
When it comes to putting together Summer outfits, we really only have two requirements: cute and easy. And Gigi Hadid likely feels the same, which is why the star's been pairing the majority of her looks with the simplest - but still chic! - shoe of the season, slide sandals. She's been rocking this style everywhere, pairing it with everything from slip dresses to jeans, and with each new pair, we fall more in love, ready to add 'em to our own wardrobes, STAT.
See how Gigi's been wearing this easy shoe ahead. Then, shop a stylish pair to keep by the door, ready to slip on before you head out.
12 Makeup and Hair Tutorials That Will Get You Through the Summer Beautifully
With the Summer heat comes a new set of beauty woes: how to wear makeup without it melting off your face, updos that won't make you look disheveled, and waterproof tricks that will survive both sweat and the beach. To save you from wading your way through thousands of YouTube videos, we rounded up the best from some of our favorite Latina beauty bloggers. These are gold!
A Sweet Look Inside Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross's Fairy Tale Romance
Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross have too many sweet moments to count! Ever since the musical duo was first linked back in July 2013, they've practically been inseparable. From their PDA-filled red carpet outings to their family vacations, these two always seem to have the best time together. And who could forget their gorgeous bohemian-themed wedding? In honor of their romance, we're looking back at their cutest pictures - keep reading to see them, then prepare to melt over their daughter, Jagger Snow.
When Happy Hour Calls, You Can Wear These Work Outfits Straight to the Bar
It's a problem we all struggle with, particularly on Fridays: what office-appropriate outfit also works for a night out? Sometimes, we just don't have the time to run home and change before we meet up with the girls for dinner. We stand in front of our closets, searching for versatile pieces that pair as well with our closed-toe pumps as they do with those strappy stilettos we've been dying to show off.
There's a solution to your office-to-drinks conundrum, and it comes in the form of the ladies you follow on the 'gram, who provide daily inspiration. Read on for 34 modest looks that could easily transition into something a bit sexier. And get out your notepad or laptop - these are outfit ideas you'll want to remember.
Fun Fact: Dwayne Johnson's Family Is Just as Genetically Blessed as He Is
Dwayne Johnson had the loving support of his beautiful family at the Miami Beach premiere of Ballers' second season on Friday. The actor - who recently wrapped up his press tour for Central Intelligence - was all smiles as he posed for photos with his mother, Ata Johnson, daughter Simone Alexandra, and longtime girlfriend Lauren Hashian by his side. Later that evening, Dwayne took to Instagram to share photos from the event, including one where he thanked his fans for their support, writing, "We balled out... THANK YOU @HBO, my hometown city of Miami and the fans for making our black carpet premiere epic and unforgettable. Our NEW SEASON gets lit this SUNDAY on @HBO at 10pm. #ballers 🔥👊🏾💯"
2016 is shaping up to be a big year for Dwayne. Not only is Ballers returning to HBO for its second season later this month, but the actor has also been busy filming Fast 8 and the Baywatch reboot. In addition, Forbes recently named him the world's highest-paid actor. See more of Dwayne's latest appearance now, then prepare to swoon and laugh as we look back at 17 of his funniest moments.
49 Reasons to Go Wild For Animal Nail Art
For those of us constantly trying to step up our polish game, we're always on the hunt for new, inspirational designs. We've seen nail artists blow out marble designs, hack their manicures with the Sharpie technique, and pay homage to holidays, seasons, and special occasions - all right on the tips of their fingers.
But there's one source of nail art inspiration that hasn't been getting the props it deserves: animals. From the bright pink hue of the flamingo to the instantly-recognizable pattern of a tiger's coat, show off your wild side with these animal-inspired designs.
Selena Gomez's Sexiest Looks of the Year Have This 1 Thing in Common
Confirmed: it's impossible for Selena Gomez not to be sexy and look drop-dead gorgeous at all times. We have seen proof in her Instagram, where she often poses seductively and even shows off her best bikini snaps, but we've also seen it on stage and on every red carpet. The singer and actress, who is currently on tour, uses her style to showcase her sensuality (and toned body).
We love that whether she's in a pair of high-waisted jeans and a white crop top or in a slinky dress with a thigh-high slit, she oozes confidence, so we've rounded up 13 of those moments where we lost the ability to speak because she just looked so damn good. Keep reading to see them, then discover the best GIFs of Selena being flirty.
Strengthen Your Body From Head to Toe With These High-Intensity Running Workouts
I have not ONE but TWO high-intensity running workouts that will challenge your entire body from head to toe. Try one today or this weekend and then put the other one on your calendar for next week. They're both awesome workouts!
As you probably remember, I love high-intensity running workouts that include a variety of strength movements. They keep both my mind and body engaged and they are a whole lot of fun. I swear, the time just flies by!
The workout above starts with a 200 meter run followed by 15 Squat Jumps and a 60-second side plank hold. After that, you'll run 400 meters followed by 20 Push-Ups and a plank hold on the other side. Then, the running distance will increase to 800 meters followed by 25 Burpees (you love me!) and another side plank hold. You'll continue to work your way back down the ladder of exercises and finish with 15 Squat Jumps. For even more of a challenge, repeat the workout from the top for two full rounds. Happy sweating!
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Strengthen Your Body From Head to Toe With These High-Intensity Running Workouts
The following post was originally featured on Carrots 'n' Cake and written by Tina Haupert, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Fitness.
I have not ONE but TWO high-intensity running workouts that will challenge your entire body from head to toe. Try one today or this weekend and then put the other one on your calendar for next week. They're both awesome workouts!
As you probably remember, I love high-intensity running workouts that include a variety of strength movements. They keep both my mind and body engaged and they are a whole lot of fun. I swear, the time just flies by!
The workout above starts with a 200 meter run followed by 15 Squat Jumps and a 60-second side plank hold. After that, you'll run 400 meters followed by 20 Push-Ups and a plank hold on the other side. Then, the running distance will increase to 800 meters followed by 25 Burpees (you love me!) and another side plank hold. You'll continue to work your way back down the ladder of exercises and finish with 15 Squat Jumps. For even more of a challenge, repeat the workout from the top for two full rounds. Happy sweating!
To read the rest of this post, click here.
14 Maternity Dresses to Wear to All Your Summer Weddings
Dressing for the usual slew of Summer weddings associated with the ongoing Summer months can be difficult, especially when they all have different dress codes . . . and you're pregnant. Depending on how far along you are, too, you might not necessarily feel like squeezing into a fancy dress that you'll have to sit in for the entirety of a wedding ceremony and reception. To take the fuss out of finding said dress to begin with, we've rounded up our favorite maternity dresses for varying wedding dress codes.
How to Shop Like Gigi Hadid - on a Zara Budget
Nearly every time she's out and about, Gigi Hadid's outfit is something we wish we'd thought of first. The unexpected pairings, edgy accessories - she's the master of street style and clearly has a budget well beyond our own. But just because Gigi's paycheck includes a few extra zeros doesn't mean we can't shop like the star. It just means we'll have to do so elsewhere, trading designer for a fast-fashion store like Zara.
Right now, Zara's selling plenty of pieces Gigi would add to cart, from bomber jackets to furry slides to skinny black jeans. See and shop what we think the model would wear ahead. Then, see the suit Olivia Palermo snagged from the store.
The Best Freaking Sweet and Savory Pastelito Recipes You'll Ever Find Are Here
Pollo, carne, or dulce pastelitos - we'll take 'em any way you can make 'em! As long as the flaky pastries are filled with goodness, we're happy to eat them for breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, or simply as a snack. Ahead you'll find 10 mouthwatering recipes, both salty and sweet, that'll leave you licking your fingers. Dig in!
Liam Hemsworth and Miley Cyrus Have the Best Time Messing With Photographers During Their Night Out
Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth looked as happy as can be following their dinner date at Nobu in Malibu, CA, on Friday evening. Upon leaving the restaurant, Miley and Liam laughed and giggled like two kids in love as they jokingly flipped off photographers and made their way back to their car. Just last month, we saw the pair holding hands during a night out in NYC, and shortly after, Miley took to Instagram to share a photo of herself wearing a tee with Liam's last name written across the back. Read on for more photos, then check out everything we know about Liam and Miley's upcoming nuptials so far!
The 1 Thing I Do That Makes Getting Dressed Each Morning Ridiculously Easy
Up until a few months ago, I would stand in front of my closet every morning trying on outfit after outfit. By the time I finally found a shirt I was satisfied with, my bed would be littered with clothing and hangers. By the end of that week? Well, you couldn't even tell I had a bed - it was that bad. I would then spend the weekend rehanging all my clothes, only to go back to the same disastrous cycle Monday morning.
All this changed, however, when I was browsing through a blogger's Snapchat story and spotted something that would make my life a lot easier: a clothing rack, which, according to the blogger, held a few key pieces she wanted to wear that week - a reminder, if you will. I thought the idea was genius. Was this the solution to not only dress better, but get ready quickly, too? After a trip to my nearest Ikea, I picked up a black $10 clothing rack and dragged it home. The installation was super easy and I stationed the rack so it faced the foot of my bed.
Every weekend, I spend 30 minutes or less filling the rack with pieces from my closet I want to wear that week. By only having these options to choose from come Monday morning, I've found that not only has my dressing time been cut down, but I also look better. Instead of rushing every morning to throw something cute together, I have extra time Saturday or Sunday to think about what I want to wear and what options work together. Seeing these items on the rack, within my line of vision, also makes me excited to wear them. Who knew a rack would be this useful?
This simple change also made me realize which items I constantly reach for and reminded me of the clothes I had forgotten about. Bonus points: my bed has remained clothing-free. In case you need further validation that the rack idea actually works, Kylie Jenner also shared that she, too, has one for style inspiration. "I always hang in my room what I'm into for the week," she wrote on Snapchat.
If you're struggling with what to wear in the mornings, I recommend investing in a rack. It seems silly, but once you have one it will change your life - or, at the very least, your style.
Beer + Chicken = The Best-Tasting Meat Ever
If you've never attempted to cook chicken with beer - now's the time to hop on this amazing combination. By marinating or cooking chicken in beer, the alcohol helps tenderize and season the meat, not to mention prevent it from drying out. But where to begin? Allow these recipes to spark your creativity, from basic brined breasts to whole beer-can chicken.
8 Easy Hacks You'll Want to Live By
Singer, actress, fashion designer, entrepreneur, writer, and mom of two Thalia shares her parenting, lifestyle, fashion, and beauty tips as POPSUGAR Latina's contributor.
Maybe this happens to you too: Many times, I find myself struggling with everyday tasks. I feel that life is passing by too quickly, and there are so many things I want to do and take care of, but there is never enough time in the day!
Because of that, I have been thinking of ways to make my life easier and more streamlined. So, I put myself in the shoes of agent 007 and decided to formulate several strategies and shortcuts to make everyday tasks lighter and more practical. The goal is to have more time to focus on the important things that demand extra attention and concentration from me. Here are several of my strategies to clear the road and be productive so I can spend time on the things that matter most!
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Why I Ditched the Baby Monitor - and So Should You
When my baby was first born, I started out with not one but two baby monitors. The first was a traditional audio monitor, and the other was a fancy video device that synced with our iPhones. As someone who is always "connected" (hi, I'm the mom who texted during labor - nice to meet you), why wouldn't I want the same level of attachment with my newborn baby?
The only thing - it took less than a month to viscerally hate them both. Here's why.
You know what's a good baby monitor? A baby.
Sure, this might not apply to those families in big houses where there can be plenty of square footage between you and the nursery room, but for this apartment-dweller, having a baby monitor was not just useless, it was synonymous with crappy surround sound. I didn't, it turns out, need to use a speaker system to amplify the combination of static with my child's wails on a 1.5-second delay.
Not all noises are created equal.
Babies are loud. In addition to crying, the most stereotypical of annoying baby sounds, they also do the following: snore, sneeze, cough, wheeze, hiccup, yawn, grumble, gurgle, grunt, sigh, squeak, snort, inhale, and, of course, exhale. (Yes, their very act of breathing in and out is audible.) Being awoken in the middle of the night by every single one of my newbie's 37 sneezes, as adorable as they are, is not ideal.
Babies make for insanely addictive (yet incredibly boring) reality TV.
You put your baby to sleep and slink out of the room. You breathe a sigh of relief (one that, for the record, is patently quieter than anything that baby's done all day) and plop down on the couch. If the next thing you do is grab your phone to scroll your Facebook feed, scarf potato chips by the handful, or zone out to some terrible Lifetime original movie, you pass. Congrats!
If, however, you pull out that damn video monitor and stare at your baby's every move - of which (news flash!) there aren't many - you've truly failed.
You spend so much of your time with your baby that you really should not be spending time when you aren't with your baby with your baby. (Go ahead, read that sentence again until it begins to make sense.)
No sane person wants to spend their free time "troubleshooting."
The modern-day take on Murphy's law? The more expensive the gadget, the more likely it is to break. I can't tell you how many sleep-deprived, passive-aggressive arguments my husband and I got into trying to figure out why our WiFi connectivity was weak, why our login wasn't working, why the camera was frozen. . . . As new parents, the only troubleshooting you should be doing involves dirty diapers.
It will always, always turn on you eventually.
One week, we had family in town. Not to say they overstayed their welcome, but my husband and I would need to help each other with "that one thing" in the nursery room, which was well-orchestrated code for huddling together on the floor and whisper-complaining about how so-and-so said this and how you-know-who did that. Then, all of a sudden, the faint green light of the baby monitor station, just a few feet away from us, caught my eye. It was transmitting to the receiver, which was smack dab in the middle of our living room.
We'd just been made.
Who can say if they were listening? It made no difference because, let me tell you, having to walk into your own living room and collectively pretend no one said or heard anything amiss is not how anyone should spend one minute of their already stressful maternity leave.
You will even use it for evil.
For reasons I am certain were valid at the time, I was convinced my husband wasn't wiping our baby girl correctly. "It's imperative you only go front to back," I'd remind him pre-diaper change. In lieu of having faith in my life partner, I opted to fire up the video monitor and used my distant background in investigative journalism to uncover the cold, hard truth that . . . oh, would you look at the time? I am going to be late for that thing!
So, in one of my surest parenting decisions yet, I turned off both monitors for good. (And, you know, started to trust my husband.)
There are certainly times, however, when I do consider plugging them back in.
One night, I heard my now-toddler coughing. It only lasted for a second, but it sounded slightly different than other coughs she's made. Something wasn't quite right, but I thought better of going in and possibly waking her up for no reason. An hour later, it happened again. I trusted my gut and went into her room. There, on the crib mattress were two small piles of vomit - one a little more dried up than the other.
In my grief over being a terrible mother, I hypothesized that if we'd still had the video monitor, I would have been able to act faster - but, as I try to remind myself, the monitor wouldn't have made her not puke all over her sheets. And if we're going to point fingers, it's really the puke we should be pointing at.
Another cause for second thoughts?
Based on what YouTube has proven time and again to be true, toddlers are hilarious. Thanks to many a viral baby monitor recording, parents have captured their children doing some pretty memorable stuff when they are supposed to be in their beds napping.
I'll never be able to watch my kid attempt a headstand while singing show tunes to her stuffed monkey, which - based on noise alone - is my best-educated guess for what's happening in there. Without a monitor mounted on the wall, I'll never know what she's really up to when no one else is looking.
But maybe it's better that way.
The Easiest Way to Make Your Legs Look Longer in a Swimsuit
High-waisted bikini bottoms nip at the smallest part of your torso to highlight your curves, and scalloped edges give your booty a boost. But when it comes to your legs, there's one swimsuit silhouette that will lend you some length: the high-leg cut. It's exactly like you're picturing: fabric that curves upward right above your thigh, adding inches at the highest point of your stems, right below the hips. Read on for a few examples you can shop right now - two-pieces and maillots included - and jog your way down the beach Baywatch style. Things are about to get leggy up in here.
A Timeline of Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston's Blossoming Romance
Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston's relationship is still pretty new, but things are quickly heating up quickly between these two. While it's unclear when their romance officially began, rumors of a relationship between them began swirling in mid-June when photos surfaced of the couple making out on the beach near the singer's Rhode Island home, just two weeks after Taylor and DJ Calvin Harris called it quits. Since then, Taylor and Tom have not been shy about flaunting their love with lavish trips all over the world. Keep reading to get all caught up with their whirlwind romance, then check out our full rundown of Taylor's dating history.
32 Times Alessandra Ambrosio's Airport Style Had That Model-Off-Duty Look
It's only natural that being the queen of boho chic street style, Alessandra Ambrosio will also reign supreme in the travel style category. As a jet-setting supermodel, the Brazilian beauty is constantly on the go, and she has definetely picked up a few useful tricks when it comes to dressing for the plane: Rule #1: Comfort is of utmost importance. Rule #2: Unless traveling to a tropical location, carry a jacket with you. Rule #3: Hats are never to be ruined in suitcases. Scroll ahead for even more airport outfit inspiration from Alessandra. Once you're done, check out some of her sweetest family moments.
From Weight Loss to Better Digestion, There's Not Much Golden Milk Can't Do
The latest buzzworthy trend in healthy drinks has to be golden milk. Despite its surge in popularity, Haldi Doodh (translation: turmeric milk) has been used as a medicinal drink in India for centuries. Simple to make, the basic recipe of milk, turmeric, ginger, coconut oil, and pepper has much more going for it than just a pretty hue and creamy richness. It's made with ingredients that help with inflammation, bloating, and weight loss. If you're still not convinced to mix the elixir up, here are a few reasons to consider having it as a nightcap tonight.
- Better digestion: Think of golden milk as nature's Pepto-Bismol, except with a much prettier color! Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries because of its ability to help the body in major ways. One such benefit? Better digestion. Multiple studies have shown turmeric to help fight gas, bloat, and indigestion. Germany has even gone so far as recommending turmeric as a safe herbal treatment for digestive woes. Ginger, another common ingredient in golden milk, is great at fighting nausea and soothing stomachaches.
- Happier muscles: If a glass of warm turmeric milk doesn't sounds appealing to you, try it iced, or even better - use it as the base for a post-workout smoothie. As a natural anti-inflammatory, turmeric can relieve joint and muscle pain and even help with headaches. In some studies, turmeric offered similar relief to ibuprofen. It also may be the perfect drink to have after an intense gym session; in a small 2015 study, turmeric helped in combating delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), and ginger has also shown to be effective in preventing muscle soreness - less pain, more gain!
- A shield against colds and flu: Besides helping soothe a sore throat, ginger has long been used as a cold remedy in naturopathy, and for good reason. The spicy root has antimicrobial properties that help protect the body from respiratory infections.
- Weight-loss support: While more research has to be done in this area, turmeric does show some promise when it comes to encouraging weight loss. In two separate studies, the spice was shown to reduce the growth of fat cells in mice and also increase metabolism.
- A boost in good cholesterol: The raw coconut oil often used in golden milk has been shown to help raise good cholesterol in the body. It's even been shown to combat tooth decay!
While we always recommend trying golden milk warm, you can also enjoy it iced, blended up in a smoothie, or even as the base for a bowl of overnight oats.
From Weight Loss to Better Digestion, There's Not Much Golden Milk Can't Do
The latest buzzworthy trend in healthy drinks has to be golden milk. Despite its surge in popularity, Haldi Doodh (translation: turmeric milk) has been used as a medicinal drink in India for centuries. Simple to make, the basic recipe of milk, turmeric, ginger, coconut oil, and pepper has much more going for it than just a pretty hue and creamy richness. It's made with ingredients that help with inflammation, bloating, and weight loss. If you're still not convinced to mix the elixir up, here are a few reasons to consider having it as a nightcap tonight.
- Better digestion: Think of golden milk as nature's Pepto-Bismol, except with a much prettier color! Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries because of its ability to help the body in major ways. One such benefit? Better digestion. Multiple studies have shown turmeric to help fight gas, bloat, and indigestion. Germany has even gone so far as recommending turmeric as a safe herbal treatment for digestive woes. Ginger, another common ingredient in golden milk, is great at fighting nausea and soothing stomachaches.
- Happier muscles: If a glass of warm turmeric milk doesn't sounds appealing to you, try it iced, or even better - use it as the base for a post-workout smoothie. As a natural anti-inflammatory, turmeric can relieve joint and muscle pain and even help with headaches. In some studies, turmeric offered similar relief to ibuprofen. It also may be the perfect drink to have after an intense gym session; in a small 2015 study, turmeric helped in combating delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), and ginger has also shown to be effective in preventing muscle soreness - less pain, more gain!
- A shield against colds and flu: Besides helping soothe a sore throat, ginger has long been used as a cold remedy in naturopathy, and for good reason. The spicy root has antimicrobial properties that help protect the body from respiratory infections.
- Weight-loss support: While more research has to be done in this area, turmeric does show some promise when it comes to encouraging weight loss. In two separate studies, the spice was shown to reduce the growth of fat cells in mice and also increase metabolism.
- A boost in good cholesterol: The raw coconut oil often used in golden milk has been shown to help raise good cholesterol in the body. It's even been shown to combat tooth decay!
While we always recommend trying golden milk warm, you can also enjoy it iced, blended up in a smoothie, or even as the base for a bowl of overnight oats.
75 Backpacks For Disney Lovers of Any Age
Going back to school means grabbing a new backpack to take your kiddo through whatever year of school they may be starting. As avid Disney lovers ourselves, we've found the best Disney backpacks out there, and there's something for every kid. Whether you're getting your preschooler ready for their first day of school ever or sending off your teen to high school or college, there's a bag here to fit every scenario.
Scroll through for 75 awesome Disney backpacks for back to school (or just for life in general, because even adults love Disney!).
Wedding Music Ideas For the Mother-Son Dance
Nowadays, a wedding isn't all about just the bride, and to reflect that, many couples choose to have a mother-son dance to complement the father-daughter dance. Because it's not the easiest for song selection, we're here to help. We have many ideas for the song that the groom and mother-of-the-groom can dance to at the reception, so scroll through and find the one you're looking for!
Allow Jordana Brewster to Be Your Healthy Fitness Inspiration
Brazilian beauty Jordana Brewster inspires us in many ways: she's a dedicated mom, a talented and hard-working actress, a staple among our style muses, and an avid fitness enthusiast. But it's this last part that we've been concentrating on lately, as we struggle to stick to that yearly workout resolution we've been making for years on end.
Luckily, Jordana's Instagram feed is full of healthy moments that make us want to be better and hit the gym harder - from workouts with her trainer Harley Pasternak to solo runs. Keep scrolling for just a few of those inspiring shots, and think of them every time you're tempted to make an excuse to skip a workout.
The Reason You Shouldn't Necessarily Trust Your Eyebrow Esthetician
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Maria del Rio
My mom, Sania Vucetaj, has been doing brows since long before it became the "cool" thing to do. As a result, I have been hyper sensitive to all things brows my entire life. While the girls in middle school were off getting their brows waxed in half, my mom made sure my thick brows remained intact (and I thank her every day for that). She started her career at Bergdorf Goodman before opening her studio, Sania's Brow Bar, over a decade ago. Her signature style for the past 25+ years has been full, bold brows and she has built a very strong following that includes celebrities, models, high execs, and beauty-industry leaders.
My mom dreamed of expanding her brand into a family business for a while. When the opportunity finally arose for her to take over her entire floor of her building, my sister Suzy, cousin Bona, and myself were ecstatic to join her establishment and expand the brand. We have been working on friends and family member's brows for a few years now but never professionally. And last year, after taking a business trip to LA with her for the Emmy gift lounge, we were more excited than ever at the thought of joining the SBB team.
Our method for brow shaping is strictly tweezing because it's the most precise way and best for the skin. Since a New York state license for tweezing does not exist, Bona, Suzy, and I enrolled in an aesthetics course to obtain a waxing license for hair removal. This course required 75 hours, which meant we had class several nights a week for approximately three months. We enrolled in one of the most esteemed aesthetics schools in NYC (which basically means the world). Our instructor was extremely sweet and very knowledgeable when it came to body waxing. But when it came to brows, our course was lacking - big time.
Lucky for us, we had a head start since we were raised in the brow world. Our expectation going in was to learn some new brow trends and techniques - and most importantly, gain more experience practicing on models. Given the latest brow boom, we wanted to see how the curriculum changed in the last 15+ years since Sania took the same course. And the sad (and scary) truth was that nothing at all has changed.
During my first week, I learned that almost all of the girls in my class were there strictly so that they could become brow specialists. Brows have become such a booming business in the last few years and it seems everyone wants to jump on the bandwagon. But I was actually shocked to learn that almost all of them had never even shaped a brow before and did not have any basic brow knowledge. You should at least know where brows should start and end!
During the course of the class, we learned how to wax arms, legs, and underarms. There was no discussion of brows minus the short few paragraphs in our textbook that describe how to wax them. It provided all of the wrong tips, such as the brows' center should align with the nostrils - which is very, very wrong. (FYI: they should align with the inner bridge of the nose.) The only brow demo we received in all of those three months was when the teacher laid a student down on a table and waxed off her brows while standing behind her. How can you visualize the arches you are shaping if you're not looking at them face on? And not to mention, waxing stretches this delicate skin!
At the end of the course, one of the girls expressed her frustration that she was to begin working in a luxury Brooklyn salon with the title of "brow specialist," but was scared to admit to her new boss that she had not in fact ever shaped a single brow. And another girl told us that she was sent to get a license so that she could be a brow specialist for a top beauty brand - and she also had never practiced brows. Yet, here they were, about to go off into the world to shape (or, more likely, ruin) brows of unsuspecting clients. The companies most likely assumed that they would be experts by the end of the course, which was obviously not the case.
I must say that I cannot blame our school for the lack of brow training out there. They are merely working with the curriculum issued to them by the state. They cannot be expected to teach brows when they have never been trained themselves. Essentially, this license is not indicative of any brow training or brow knowledge. We "graduated" from this academy with the same exact brow knowledge and experience that we had entered with.
Prior to letting us even think about working on our first paying customer, Sania had us do extensive training for months on models until she felt we were up to par. She taught us her tweezing method and tricks by bringing in models (female and male) with all different types of brows. She demonstrated as we watched. And then she observed and critiqued us as we worked on arches. She taught us all her secret tips and tricks that she has learned over the years. There were definitely tears shed along the way but she made sure that we were truly prepared before letting us hang up that license - and use her name.
Many people ask what method is best when it comes to brows, and our stance is that it's more important to know who is behind the work than the method used. The truth is that a license means nothing when it comes to brows - we know firsthand from our experience. I am fortunate enough that my mom is one of the leading pioneers in the brow industry, so I've always understood the importance of good brows - but it's scary to think that this is not the case for most of the brow experts out there.
For those looking to have their brows shaped and groomed, our advice would be to really do your research. Read online reviews, find out what method they use, ask questions if necessary, or set up a consultation first. Lastly, let us not forget that hygiene and safety are essential. We make sure that we sterilize every single tweezer we use. You should always stay alert to this. Threaders hold the thread in their mouths, which is unhygienic and has led to facial warts for some people. And putting scalding hot wax near your eyes does not sound safe.
Sania could have expanded years ago but she held back until now, because she wanted to ensure she had a team that cared as much as she does about her clients and brows. Bottom line: be protective of your brows, always.
Image Source: Courtesy of Sania Vucetaj
If Exercise Makes You Ecstatic, You're Going to Love These Quotes
If you're one of those people who eats, sleeps, and breathes exercise, these quotes are sure to ring true and get you psyched for your next workout.
If Exercise Makes You Ecstatic, You're Going to Love These Quotes
If you're one of those people who eats, sleeps, and breathes exercise, these quotes are sure to ring true and get you psyched for your next workout.
Virtual violence makes it more urgent that parents monitor media diet of their children, teens
The immersive and inescapable way children and teens are exposed to violence in their "media diet" on social media apps, video games, movies can make them more aggressive, violent and fearful, the American Academy of Pedatrics says in a new policy statement.
Virtual violence makes it more urgent that parents monitor media diet of their children, teens
The immersive and inescapable way children and teens are exposed to violence in their "media diet" on social media apps, video games, movies can make them more aggressive, violent and fearful, the American Academy of Pedatrics says in a new policy statement.
Stop Searching, Because Mario Lopez's Dogs Are the Cutest Pets on Instagram
Sure Mario Lopez's Instagram features adorable photos of his kids and the occasional shirtless photo, but if we're being totally honest, we're there for the pet pictures. Mario's two French Bulldogs are characters. Let's just start with their names: Julio César Chavez Lopez and Juanita Manuela Marquez Lopez - no, seriously, those are their names.
Mario's loyal white and brown furry friends are the stars of their own Instagram hashtags, often posing asleep, wearing a fun prop, or seriously showing their mood, and, of course, they are often discussed on television, when the actor and Extra host sings them praises for their supercuddly abilities. Scroll ahead for some Julio César and Juanita Manuela's best social media moments.
33 Times Demi Lovato Was Supersexy and She Knew It
When she's not slaying a performance in front of a crowd, Demi Lovato is busy looking gorgeous on Instagram. The "Confident" singer, who will soon be embarking on the Future Now Tour with her pal Nick Jonas, definitely doesn't shy away from the occasional pouty picture.
It doesn't matter if she's decked in full glam, completely makeup-free, or even a little sweaty post-workout - let's face it, Demi knows how to work her angles. She simply achieves sexy perfection every time, and, on the off-chance you don't believe us, we've compiled every bit of proof. Keep scrolling to see Demi's most wow-worthy snaps. Then take a scroll through some of her hottest onstage outfits.
12 Easy Cocktails to Mix Up, No Matter What Kind of Tequila You Have at Hand
Even if you hate math, these tequila summations are the kind of problem you'll actually want to solve. Bartender Jordan Corney from San Antonio, TX - whose Rosa Picante Margarita won Patrón tequila's 2016 margarita of the year award - shared his easy formulas to create the most delicious and creative tequila cocktails out there - yes, that includes his award-winning recipe.
All you have to do is choose your favorite kind of tequila (or the one you already have in your bar cart), stir the ingredients in your favorite cocktail together over ice, and strain the mix into a cold glass. It's that easy. Happy sipping!
Silver Tequila
1.5 ounces silver tequila + 7/8 ounce lime juice + 1 ounce orange liqueur + lime wedge garnish = Classic Margarita
2 ounces silver tequila + 1 ounce lime juice + 0.5 ounce lime liqueur + 0.5 ounce ginger syrup + 1 dash rose water + 1 muddled jalapeño slice + 1 barspoon olive oil + rose petal garnish = Rosa Picante Margarita
1.5 ounces silver tequila + 1 ounce pomegranate juice + 0.5 ounce lime juice + 0.75 ounce orange liqueur + orange slice garnish = Pomarita
Blanco Tequila
1.5 ounces blanco tequila + 1 ounce pineapple juice + 0.5 ounce lime juice + 0.5 ounce simple syrup + grilled pineapple skewer garnish = Piñarita
1.5 ounces blanco tequila + 2 ounces tomato juice + 0.5 ounce lime juice + 1 dash Worcestershire sauce + 2 dashes Tabasco sauce + pinch celery salt + pinch black pepper + olive garnish = Bloodyrita
1.5 ounces blanco tequila + 1 ounce papaya juice + 0.5 ounce lime juice + 0.75 ounce orange liqueur + sugar rim garnish = Rainforest Rita
Reposado Tequila
1.5 ounces reposado tequila + 1 ounce grapefruit juice + 0.5 ounce lime juice + 0.5 ounce simple syrup + sea salt rim garnish = Palomarita
1.5 ounces reposado tequila + 1 ounce orange juice + 0.5 ounce lime juice + 0.5 ounce pomegranate syrup + orange slice garnish = Rita Sunrise
1.5 ounces reposado tequila + 1 ounce orange juice + 0.5 ounce lime juice + 0.75 ounce lime liqueur + lime wedge garnish = Zesty Rita
Añejo Tequila
2 ounces añejo tequila + muddled refined sugar cube + 2 dashes chocolate bitters + zested orange peel garnish = Tequila Old Fashioned
2 ounces añejo tequila + 1 ounce sweet vermouth + 1 dash Angostura bitters + orange zest garnish = Añejo Manhattan
2 ounces añejo tequila + 0.75 ounce lime juice + 0.75 ounce honey syrup + lime wedge garnish = Añejo Tequila Honeysuckle
10 Times Jane the Virgin's Alba Villanueva Was Basically Your Abuela - in GIFs
We've said it before and we'll say it again: Jane the Virgin is one of the most relatable shows on TV - and, no, not because of its dramatic storylines. There's something about the characters that just seems so . . . real.
Alba Villanueva, Jane's grandmother, is no exception. The eldest member of the Villanueva clan, played by Ivonne Coll, embodies everything great about Latina grandmas. From her judgmental looks to her religious zeal and all her lovable quirks, Alba's familiar nature is one of the many reasons we can't stop watching the show. Read on for further proof (in GIF form) that she's basically your abuela, too, and then find out what we know about season three.
6 Minutes and 6 Moves Is All You Need For Gorgeous, Toned Arms
Whether you're waiting for the coffee to brew, catching a few TV commercials, or have a couple minutes before bed, you can squeeze in this six-minute workout! You'll notice a difference in your strength and in the look of your arms by doing this workout regularly. Grab a set of dumbbells (three- to six-pounders) and repeat this six-exercise, three-minute circuit twice through.
Is Stranger Things Coming Back From Season 2? Here's What We Know
Those who have already zipped through Stranger Things may be wondering if Netflix will bring it back for a second season. As of right now, Netflix has not officially picked up the series for another season, but maybe if we clamor loudly enough, that will change. In an interview with IGN, creator Matt Duffer (half of The Duffer Brothers mentioned in every opening credits sequence) gave a hint about what would come on a second season:
We wanted to do a couple things with this [first] season. We didn't want to do The Killing thing. We wanted it to resolve that main thing of Will going missing in the first season. So in that sense, it is like an eight-hour movie. Now, we don't answer all the questions by the end of the season - there are definitely some dangling threads. The hope is that it feels satisfying but that we left room and that if people respond to it we can go back into this world. But if we do get to go back, it's not a second season as much as a sequel.
A sequel, eh? Well let's all hope that gets greenlit soon!
5 Cool Guys From '80s Movies Who Steve From Stranger Things Reminds You Of
I feel into a deep dark hole over the weekend. Its name? Stranger Things. There's a lot to love about Netflix's creepy new series, but I could not get enough of Steve. Sure, he's kind of a jerk, but he's also strangely lovable. From his feathery hair to his cocky attitude, Steve (played by played by Chicago Fire's Joe Keery) is the perfect '80s throwback. Here are the five original '80s dudes who could have inspired Steve!
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Ronda Rousey Stuns Us in Her #PerfectNever Reebok Campaign
Powerhouse Ronda Rousey knows a thing or two about striving for perfection; Ronda's once-undefeated UFC record in 2015 came to a devastating end with a shocking knockout last November. She opened up to Ellen DeGeneres earlier this year about how much that affected her, showing fans everywhere her vulnerable side. And now, she's owning her imperfections in all forms as part of the #PerfectNever/#BeMoreHuman campaign with Reebok.
In terms of having "the perfect body," Ronda has been silencing body-shamers for a long time and once referred to her build as "femininely badass af." She's more relatable than ever in this clip as she strips off false eyelashes and pulls out hair extensions from what appears to be a glamorous photo shoot while walking toward the gym floor.
"Here's the thing about being perfect," alluding to her athletic past, wiping off lipstick to wrap her hands. "Perfect never gets a shot at redemption."
New Details About Star Wars: Episode VIII Have Been Revealed!
Star Wars: The Force Awakens blew everyone away when it hit theaters last December, but for most fans, Episode VIII feels like it's a lifetime away - although production has reportedly already wrapped! Since new details have recently been released, take a look at the information we already have about the next big installment, including the cast, the premiere date, and more.
12 References the New Ghostbusters Movie Makes to the Original Films
Say what you will about the new Ghostbusters movie, but at least it hasn't forgotten its roots. Paul Feig's reboot is chock-full of cameos and references to the original films. From returning characters (hint: one is made of green slime) to some familiar one-liners, here are the references to watch out for. Mild spoiler alert here: I do reference a few things you might not want to know about if you'd prefer to go into the movie with zero information, but there's no mind-blowing information in here.
Sweet Dreams Are Made of These 13 Awesome Ice Cream Recipes
We're sure you're not one of those people who only eats ice cream when it's warm out but instead enjoys a good cone full of creamy sweetness even in the coldest of days. But we'll give this to you, Summer will probably only increase your addiction with the delicious dessert, taking your search for new and interesting flavors further. To make your life easier, we've compiled 13 recipes to make at home - they're all easy, we promise - that feature touches of Latin flavor. Does tres leches coconut ice cream sound good? How about coconut milk and mango swirl? And should we talk about spicy Mexican chocolate? Find those and more straight ahead.
More of a popsicle person? Try these delicious paleta recipes.
10 Artists Just Gave Your Favorite Disney Characters an Unexpected Makeover
We know we're not the first to imagine a world where Disney characters were played by the opposite gender. (Think of how beautiful a female Aladdin would be!) Illustrators have drawn out what this alternate universe would look like, but makeup artists on Instagram have taken this concept one step further by bringing it to life.
The Disney Gender Bend collaboration consists of the work of 10 talented artists. Your favorite characters, such as Peter Pan and Cruella Deville, were transformed into their opposite gender (Penny Pan and Cruello Deville, respectively). The way each one was reimagined is nothing short of spectacular. For example, makeup artist Aaron Brousseau challenged himself to morph into a female Scar. He incorporated his own facial hair into the look for a truly majestic mane. Read on to see the magical makeup looks - and don't be surprised if you're inspired to switch things up this Halloween.
25 Midnight-Blue Hair Ideas That Will Inspire Your Next Moody Look
Pastel hair hues are stunning, but we're far more fascinated by the moodier takes on colorful coifs. Emerald dye captured our hearts. Smoky lilac styles mesmerized us. And now, midnight-blue manes are inspiring us to take the plunge into rainbow hair. Depending on how a colorist translates the look into your strands, your strands can appear like anything from a stormy sea to a starry night sky.
The beauty of this color trend is that you can customize it to perfectly flatter your skin tone, though the more black that is in the mix, the more complementary it is to all complexions. Cool-skinned gals might want to add a bit more blue-based purple for a sultry indigo shade, while those with warmer complexions could add a bit of yellow-based green to suit their olive undertones. Learn more about your undertone here, then read on to see our favorite takes on midnight-blue hair.
What not to eat this week (because it's been recalled): The Marketplace consumer cheat sheet
Miss something this week? Don't panic. CBC's Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need.
What not to eat this week (because it's been recalled): The Marketplace consumer cheat sheet
Miss something this week? Don't panic. CBC's Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need.
This 1-Year Fitness Transformation Is SO Real and Inspiring
Abe Nelson set out last July to start working out and feeling better. In his video posted to Reddit, he said, "I've transformed physically a little bit but mentally a whole bunch."
His honest and open (and funny!) account of every part of his fitness journey in the past year is inspiring - and attainable. He noted that his journey was tough and didn't come without challenges but that his results are "pretty realistic."
And his motivation was rooted in feeling good. "Exercise is all about feeling great," he said. He started with basic exercises like push-ups and pull-ups and eventually started going to the gym and did bodyweight workouts with added weights. "It made me feel great, so I kept doing it."
One of his keys to success: Abe started with small, quantifiable goals. Things like "five clean muscle-ups" or "three pull-ups" helped him get to his overarching goal of gaining weight and muscle, feeling good, and getting strong.
Having a naturally lean form, Abe said, "I wanted to see if I could actually gain weight." Starting at 150 pounds, he called himself "skin and bone." By changing his diet and eating "4,000 to 5,000 calories every single day" for six months, Abe gained 35 pounds. "It showed that anything is possible," he said.
Abe's story is so moving - especially because of how he started. "When I started working out, I could barely do three pull-ups. . . . I could not pull myself up. It was the worst feeling ever," he said in the video. "Now I can do 20 to 25."
Now weighing 167 pounds with 12 percent body fat, Abe said, "I feel really happy with what I accomplished in this one year."
He called that time an awesome journey of "learning, failing, trying again, failing" and attributes much of his success to being consistent and "sticking with it."
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