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.
lundi 24 octobre 2016
This Makeup Artist's 2-Faced Halloween Looks Will Make You Do a Double Take
If you've narrowed down your Halloween costume picks to two final contenders, why not mash them up into one hybrid, "half and half" costume? Though it may not sound pretty, we can confirm that it's actually an incredible look thanks to makeup artist Natalie Costello, who goes by @natzbuzz on Instagram.
The Dublin-based makeup artist has been sharing a wealth of Halloween beauty inspiration to her feed, but none has motivated us as much as these two-faced looks. By splitting her face into halves with paint, she's created a way to rock two costumes at once (especially cool if the two themes are related!). Our favorite is the above Jasmine and Rajah mashup from Aladdin, but Costello has taken on some seriously incredible characters, from DC Comics and Disney to Tim Burton. Read on to see some of her best masterpieces.
The 20 Greatest '90s Pop Culture Costumes for Best Friends
If you're lucky enough to be spending Halloween with your best friend, why not dress up together? There are so many costumes to chose from this year, but if you're a sucker for nostalgia, the '90s should be the first place you look. Out of all the best '90s costumes out there, we've narrowed down the greatest looks for best friends. Prepare for everyone to be jealous of your sweet threads!
6 Fabulous Thanksgiving Menus to Choose From
Planning a Thanksgiving feast can be a daunting task, to say the least. First order of business is deciding on the menu. But where to start? To take the guesswork out of matters and get those creative juices flowing, we've curated six fabulous menus for you to choose from (and even mix and match). From a meatless vegetarian feast to a fast and easy dinner that doesn't skimp on flavor, here you'll find something for everyone.
These Photos of Brides Breastfeeding on Their Wedding Days Will Take Your Breath Away
Typically, a wedding is about more than just the actual couple getting married. It's also a time when two families are joined and everyone gathers in honor of their new beginning. But for some couples, their wedding day is also an opportunity to celebrate the life they have already created with their little one. And although a wedding is a monumental occasion, nothing will be more important than the child they already have. Without meaning to, some moms have proven this in a stunning way by stopping to breastfeed their little ones during their wedding day. From intimate moments captured as the bride is getting ready while also breastfeeding, to snapshots of mom and child nursing while surrounded by the layers of her wedding gown, these candid moments showcase an incredible connection and prove that nothing will ever interfere with their precious bond.
24 Perfect Studio Ghibli Costumes, From Totoro to Spirited Away
It's time to embrace your inner Totoro. All of the characters created by Studio Ghibli, the famed Japanese animation film studio behind such movies as My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, and Princess Mononoke, are too wonderful not to turn into your f-anime-tastic Halloween costume. The studio's founder Hayao Miyazaki even received a lifetime achievement honorary Oscar in 2014. Celebrate Miyazaki's work, and get ready for Halloween by scrolling through these stunning DIY costumes inspired by the characters he created.
Watch the World's Most Patient Dogs Try On 17 Halloween Costumes in This Adorable Video
These pups deserve a round of applause for being such dutiful costume models! Lemon Beagle Maymo and his doggy BFF are busy trying to pick out the best Halloween look in this video that's gone viral with over 31,000 views and counting. With so many hilarious options, we're not sure how this duo will pick just one look! We're casting our vote for the beaglefants (beagle + elephant) option.
Pentatonix's Take on "Hallelujah" Will Absolutely Give You Chills on Chills on Chills
"Hallelujah" indeed. Last week, famous a cappella group Pentatonix released their version of the iconic song, and it's haunting and beautiful enough to give you instant goosebumps. The song is fresh off the group's new Christmas album, A Pentatonix Christmas, which dropped on Oct. 21. This isn't the first time we've heard them slay a Christmas classic; last year, they busted out with a music video for "Joy to the World". But let's just say this stunning release might be their best yet.
Is Today's Version of the Tupperware Party Empowering For Moms or Just Plain Annoying?
Today, I attended one of many similar events I've been invited to in the five-and-a-half years since I became a mom. It wasn't a playdate or a kids' birthday party, though I've been to dozens and dozens of each. It was a 10 a.m. party thrown so a mutual mom friend could present the line of organic skincare, cleaning, and baby products she reps.
I usually dread this kind of forced spending (seriously, if you go, you know you're buying something), but I was pleasantly surprised by how fun the morning was. The products were actually pretty great and very reasonably priced (I can't resist an affordable eye cream), but more importantly, this mom-trepreneur seemed to be more driven by her passion for the product line, which according to her soft pitch, is a lot more natural and organic than any of the products I buy at Target that make the same claim, than by making money.
There wasn't anything contrived or self-serving about her pitch. She was just passing along information she found interesting and important in hopes that we might, too. If not, no big deal. Of course, everyone there made at least one purchase. I bought a few lotions and potions that were already on my shopping list, spent less than I would on the same kind of products at Target or Sephora, and left feeling pretty good about the whole experience. That, however, has rarely been the case at other similar moms-selling-to-moms events I've attended.
Hell, I've put whole friendships on hold until a girlfriend's obsession with selling her new line of this or that faded.
I've been pitched by mom friends and friends of friends to buy nutritional and diet supplements, essential oils, superexpensive skincare products that claim to be more effective than Botox (doubt it), costume jewelry, and yoga pants. I've dodged calls from friends asking me to host events for their products, not wanting to beg other friends to come purchase not-needed stuff from someone they hardly know. Hell, I've put whole friendships on hold until a girlfriend's obsession with selling her new line of this or that faded.
The truth is, as a concept, I am totally on board with moms picking up part-time gigs selling whatever floats their boat. I was lucky to pick a career with an insane amount of flexibility, and I've been even luckier to find as little or as much work as I want during the times when my kids required more or less of my day. I am well aware that most moms don't have that same advantage, and I understand the appeal of taking on a selling gig that allows you to make some extra cash and still pick up your kids from preschool every day.
But in practice, the whole thing of selling to your friends and then asking them to add their contacts to your potential client base can feel icky and intrusive. Sure, you see stories on social media about women making six figures working just a few hours a week selling anti-aging creams, but most of the women I know who started selling those same creams eventually quit because they couldn't handle pitching everyone they knew over and over again.
The pervasiveness of mom-selling doesn't just irritate me because it can feel like my friendships are being leveraged to fulfill the professional goals of what was previously a personal relationship. It irritates me because it feels like it is the best and only option for so many smart, capable, educated women who have decided that, once they became moms, the nine-to-five corporate life wasn't going to work for them anymore. I wish American businesses would catch on that just because a woman decides she doesn't want to work 40-plus hours a week after having kids, it doesn't mean she can't be an essentially valuable employee.
Selling serums and soaps is great, but it shouldn't be a mom's only option.
Here's What Photos Look Like With This 1 Feature Only Available on the iPhone 7 Plus
There are several features to love and hate about the new iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. Some people like the new colors, while others are heartbroken over the removal of the headphone jack. However, if you're still mulling over whether or not to get a new phone, the new cameras on the iPhone 7 Plus might convince you.
The iPhone 7 Plus includes two cameras with a wide angle lens and a telephoto lens. A telephoto lens is typically used for photos where you need to blur out the background and truly focus on literally what is in front of you and the lens. The iPhone 7 Plus has a new camera mode called Portrait Mode that now puts that type of photo in your hands. Apple calls it the "depth-of-field effect" that "keep[s] faces sharp while creating a blurred effect in the background." The effect is also known more commonly as a bokeh.
We were able to test out this new feature and instantly fell in love with it. It can turn any photo into something that looks professional and high-quality - which definitely means you can expect to start seeing these photos take over Facebook and dating profile pictures, Instagram feeds, and more. As a reporter, I own a $500 DSLR camera and bought a $200 lens to take the same type of photos. Of course, my DSLR still manages to take higher-quality pictures, but it also can't text or let me check Facebook, email, and more. Essentially, getting an iPhone 7 Plus is a pretty good deal and one that you won't be upset about, since you're getting the camera as well.
If you already hold an iPhone 7 Plus in your hands, download iOS 10.1 and then follow these quick tips:
- You can only take photos in bright lighting. Sorry, no low-lit bar photos.
- Take photos with only up to three people to keep the depth-of-field effect in focus.
- Position your subject further from the background to see more of an effect.
- Be mindful of your phone storage! The camera will save both a photo without depth-of-field and one with it.
Ahead, see some quick photos we took playing around with Portrait Mode. Keep in mind that these photos were taken when the feature was in beta and that the final version in iOS 10.1 might look different.
18 Stylish Ways to Make Your Tattoo the Focal Point of Your Outfit
While there are some people who prefer to keep their small tattoos private, a tiny little secret to admire when alone, others work hard to show them off. There's no reason not to draw attention to your stylish scripture or perfectly positioned design if you want to. If your ink is located at the tip of your shoulder, there's no better time to shop for an off-the-shoulder shirt that puts it in the spotlight. And there are plenty of sneakers and heels that help you show off an intricate foot tattoo. Read on for some unique ideas that are, above all else, sophisticated and polished.
dimanche 23 octobre 2016
19 Creative Costumes For Expectant Mamas
It's time to play dress up with your bump! Halloween may normally be all about the cute kiddo costumes, but pregnant ladies have an awfully fun - and relatively rare - opportunity to dress up their bump.
Whether a mama-to-be is in the market for cute, sexy, comfy, or homemade, there are plenty of options to accessorize that belly. (All that tasty snack food isn't a bad incentive to get out of the house, either.)
Keep reading for a selection of costumes made to fit a fully expanded waistline.
The Universe Is a Lot Bigger Than Scientists Thought - About 10 Times Bigger
New findings from NASA and the Hubble Space Telescope indicate that the universe is much larger than we'd ever thought. Scientists originally believed the universe contained about 100 to 200 billion galaxies. Turns out, that estimate is way off, and there could be as many as 2 trillion galaxies, according to a press release.
A British team, led by scientist Professor Christopher Conselice, "painstakingly" analyzed images from the telescope and found that about 90 percent of the galaxies in the universe are too far to be fully captured by the telescope. Since the galaxies are not consistently spread throughout the universe, there could be a whole lot more out there that definitely exists that we can't yet see nor count.
In the press statement, Conselice said, "It boggles the mind that over 90 percent of the galaxies in the Universe have yet to be studied. Who knows what interesting properties we will find when we observe these galaxies with the next generation of telescopes."
While it is daunting to think about the vastness of our universe, it's thrilling to see scientists make these strides to improve our collective grasp on what exactly is happening outside of our little blue planet.
Concussions for regular people: yours vs. Sidney Crosby's
When you're an average Canadian with a concussion, your experience can feel quite different from what you read about those of pro athletes. 180 producer Kathryn Marlow knows this personally, and set out to determine the relationship between concussions in sport and concussions in daily life.
Concussions for regular people: yours vs. Sidney Crosby's
When you're an average Canadian with a concussion, your experience can feel quite different from what you read about those of pro athletes. 180 producer Kathryn Marlow knows this personally, and set out to determine the relationship between concussions in sport and concussions in daily life.
8 Brunette-Friendly Rainbow Hair Colors That Are Perfect For Cooler Weather
When I first covered rainbow hair in the Summer of 2014, I was spotlighting a select few women who were bold enough to rock unexpected colorful coifs in everyday life. Since then, the style has evolved to become a universally beloved look. Whether you're walking through the streets of New York City or Hong Kong, you'll see dozens of varied manes, including rose gold hair, amethyst strands, or denim dye jobs.
Equally apparent as these vibrant heads of hair is that the rainbow trend is especially popular among blondes (both natural and bleached). This is because light strands are an excellent foundation for electric dye . . . the color just pops on top. As a brunette, I felt jealous of this advantageous hair color and bemoaned my darker 'do. That is, until colorist and Brush In Hand owner Hannah Edelman created the now-viral chocolate mauve trend, which incorporated the client's naturally brunette roots.
According to Edelman, almost all hair needs to be prelightened for rainbow.
"I ask my clients to imagine they have a half white, half dark brown piece of paper in front of them," said Edelman. "If they painted a pink line with watercolor paint across both halves, where would they see the color? Only on the white paper. Semipermanent hair color is the same: completely translucent." She added, "You cannot get around the fact the hair needs to be lightened."
In the world of hair dye, there is a color wheel that assigns numbers to (natural) hair colors, starting with one - black - and ending with platinum 10. To tint their strands with rainbow shades, brunettes need to lift their natural color to a minimum of a level six on the hair color wheel (which is the darkest shade of blond you can be without being a light brunette).
That said, if you are wary about making the plunge and fully committing to platinum blond, you can make the process easier on yourself and your hair. Try an ombré balayage style, which will fade nicely into a standard blond and require much less upkeep than a completely bleached foundation.
The rainbow hue you select will also indicate how much you should lighten your hair. "Blues and violets should have a level eight or nine base," said Edelman. (These are pale blonds.) "For reds, oranges, and yellows, and greens, hair needs to be lifted to a level seven or eight," but she acknowledged that red will be visible (albeit less powerful) on a level six blond. Those who feel passionate about achieving pastel hair should know that you must bleach your hair all the way to a "level 10 with minimal warmth" (white blond).
Now that you're likely feeling more intrigued about pursuing colorful hair, we have good news. Edelman has divulged her favorite Fall/Winter rainbow styles that cater best to brunettes. Should you be convinced that you won't be able to pull off your top pick with your complexion, don't be: your skin tone should not be the ultimate deciding factor.
"Vivids are already breaking the rules," she said. "You can rock anything as long as you're sassy." So whether you're in search of a more subtle style or a vivid rainbow look, you'll find some serious inspiration when you read on.
20 Artistic Frida Kahlo Makeup Tutorials Worth Trying This Halloween
Frida Kahlo is one of the most recognizable faces in Latin culture. Even 62 years after her death, the Mexican artist turned icon continues to inspire generations of people all over the world, especially when Halloween rolls around. Who wouldn't want to channel her unconventional beauty?
Defined by those signature features - bold brows, flushed cheeks, red lips, and a dainty flower crown - Frida's is a look anyone yearning to pay homage to her Tehuana style can achieve. If you're feeling skeptical, YouTube has plenty of easy-to-follow tutorials that will help you morph into Frida in no time. Keep scrolling to discover 20 looks worth re-creating, then admire even more costumes inspired by Frida.
20 Essential Halloween Recipes Your Party Needs This Year
Halloween costumes aren't the only star of a Halloween party - the food is just as important. Sure, you'll have plenty of candy to go around, but with a little extra planning, you can serve up nonlame Halloween treats that will be the highlight of the night. We've got you covered with drinks like Skittles vodka shots, sweets like pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, and heartier fare like cheesy pumpkin dip. Let these essential recipes be your inspiration for your best Halloween party ever.
27 Modest Wedding Guest Dresses That Will Still Make You Stand Out From the Crowd
So you received an invitation to a Fall or Winter wedding. The next burning question is likely, "What do I wear?!" You want to look amazing, but the cooler temps play a factor on how much skin you should show. This is when we turn our attention to more modest dresses, like styles with three-quarter sleeves and knee-length hems. They provide the coverage you need to stay warm (a must) and most importantly, you'll never be inappropriately dressed for the wedding or reception. Once you see the trendy selections ahead, you'll realize arriving to the venue in a barely there gown isn't the best option in the world anyway.
6 Movie-Inspired Costumes For You and Your Pup
When it comes time to put together your Halloween costume this October, don't forget to include your dog! There are plenty of ways to coordinate your costume with your pup, but why not look to the silver screen and use movie star dogs as your inspiration? We pulled together a handful of human-and-dog teams from the movies to get your creative juices flowing for your next Halloween celebration.
A New Rumor Suggests These Customizable Keyboards Are Coming to the MacBook
Update: It turns out the E Ink keyboard rumors might be true! The Wall Street Journal reports that this E Ink keyboard will arrive on the 2018 MacBooks. The keyboards "will be able to display any alphabet, along with an unlimited number of special commands and emoji," a source told the The Wall Street Journal. And despite the original rumors, it appears that Tim Cook did meet with Sonder, the company behind the E Ink keyboard, last week. You can read our original story and see the E Ink keyboard in action ahead.
Original story: A new rumor that suggested an E Ink keyboard was coming to the MacBook in a few years is most likely not true. Though we can keep dreaming of a day a keyboard this cool will exist on our computers, the company behind the product dispelled the rumors.
The rumor began when The Guardian reported that Apple was considering buying the startup Sonder, which designed and created a keyboard that's customizable and uses E Ink (the same technology you see in Kindles). Many outlets reported the news and even confirmed with Sonder to verify the news. However, someone from the company wrote in a Reddit post on Oct. 13 that the company never met with Tim Cook.
While we're a bit bummed that this technology might not be coming to the MacBook, it's worth checking out to see what the hype was all about. You can see the keyboard in action below.
However, the new MacBook Pros are expected to arrive later this month and might come with a cool OLED touchscreen display keyboard. And who knows, we could see this E Ink keyboard on the MacBook someday.
Even Kate Middleton Could Take a Few Style Tips From China's First Lady
You've probably seen China's first lady, Peng Liyuan, before. Standing alongside Kate Middleton or Michelle Obama at a state affair, she's hard to miss. In fact, Peng Liyuan's wardrobe is essentially a rainbow - she's a bold power dresser with a coat in every color. Oh, and the tricks she can pull off with a skinny belt? Let's just say she's been working Olivia Palermo-level styling tricks for quite some time.
While the 54-year-old politician (and contemporary folk singer!) doesn't routinely release details on her outfits, it's safe to say she's a woman with a smart sense of fashion, sticking to her sophisticated uniform of blazers, brooches, and dainty clutches - all of which she coordinates with gorgeous silk gowns.
Liyuan is one of Vanity Fair's best dressed, and she was recently recognized as one of Porter magazine's 100 Incredible Women for spotlighting Chinese designers at perfectly appropriate events. With each appearance she makes, Peng Liyuan soars higher on our list of style icons. Read on for 50 solid reasons.
13 Creative Chicken Dinners That Can Be Made in 30 Minutes or Less
Whether you have a picky eater on your hands or just happen to be a family who loves chicken at dinner, don't get stuck serving the same boring meals. Break out of your mealtime rut by adding variety to your chicken meals without dedicating extra time in the kitchen. With these 13 recipes, it's possible to spend less energy making dinner and more time around the table enjoying it as a family.
Make These 3 Changes to Your Strength-Training Routine and Start Losing Belly Fat
While doing calorie-burning cardio is essential for losing weight, if you want to lose weight faster and reveal that six-pack under your pudgy pooch, you must incorporate strength training. Using weights instead of straight-up bodyweight moves will get you results in less time, especially if you follow these three tips.
Go Heavier
To burn more fat, go for heavier weights. Don't worry - you won't bulk up unless you lift superheavy weights and train for hours a day. What will happen is you'll burn more calories, which will help you burn more overall body fat, which means bye-bye belly fat. Use heavy dumbbells like 15- or 20-pounders, or use a barbell with plates. Lifting heavy weight with fewer reps is one way to slim your tummy quicker.
Combine Cardio
If you've always been a dumbbell user or a bodyweight moves kind of person, it's time to embrace kettlebells, medicine balls, and battle ropes. Using these types of equipment allows you to combine cardio with strength training, so you're burning an amazing number of calories while building calorie-burning muscles. Kettlebell swings, dynamic ball slams, and wall balls are three basic yet effective moves that will not only leave your muscles burning, but will also get your heart rate racing as fast as if you were doing high-intensity intervals.
Do Compound Moves
Why just work one part of your body? Get more out of your gym time by doing multitasking strength-training moves. Squat or lunge while holding weights, hold your body in plank while doing rows, or do the burpee variation with weights called man makers. These are harder, which means you'll probably want to do fewer reps, but man, they work!
Make These 3 Changes to Your Strength-Training Routine and Start Losing Belly Fat
While doing calorie-burning cardio is essential for losing weight, if you want to lose weight faster and reveal that six-pack under your pudgy pooch, you must incorporate strength training. Using weights instead of straight-up bodyweight moves will get you results in less time, especially if you follow these three tips.
Go Heavier
To burn more fat, go for heavier weights. Don't worry - you won't bulk up unless you lift superheavy weights and train for hours a day. What will happen is you'll burn more calories, which will help you burn more overall body fat, which means bye-bye belly fat. Use heavy dumbbells like 15- or 20-pounders, or use a barbell with plates. Lifting heavy weight with fewer reps is one way to slim your tummy quicker.
Combine Cardio
If you've always been a dumbbell user or a bodyweight moves kind of person, it's time to embrace kettlebells, medicine balls, and battle ropes. Using these types of equipment allows you to combine cardio with strength training, so you're burning an amazing number of calories while building calorie-burning muscles. Kettlebell swings, dynamic ball slams, and wall balls are three basic yet effective moves that will not only leave your muscles burning, but will also get your heart rate racing as fast as if you were doing high-intensity intervals.
Do Compound Moves
Why just work one part of your body? Get more out of your gym time by doing multitasking strength-training moves. Squat or lunge while holding weights, hold your body in plank while doing rows, or do the burpee variation with weights called man makers. These are harder, which means you'll probably want to do fewer reps, but man, they work!
Ask Yourself This 1 Question - and Clean Out Your Closet For Good
You would have never known that I organize and overhaul the wardrobes of clients for a living, let alone write books on the subject, if you had seen the state of my closet last week. Standing in my closet last Sunday while trying desperately to find something to wear to brunch led to the realization that my closet was leading a double life. It's not that it was a "hot mess," organizationally speaking. It was, however, glaringly obvious that everything in there represented my previous life, a very different life from the one I am currently living. A closet filled with four-inch heels and designer duds snagged at countless samples sales (read: I worked at Neiman Marcus corporate for almost a decade and everyone drives everywhere in Dallas) does not a smooth transition to the Bay Area make.
So, I made another cup of coffee, turned on my "Closet Overhaul" Spotify playlist, and did to my own closet what I have done hundreds of times for clients in the past.
I picked up the first hanger and asked the million dollar closet question that works like a charm every time I need to make, or assist a client in making, a decision on what stays and what goes. Two hours and several hangers later, I had over 100 items crammed on a rolling rack ready to donate. Cue: mic drop - and it all started with this question . . .
49 Free Templates For the Coolest Jack-o'-Lantern on the Block
Locate your nearest pumpkin patch immediately, because we have jack-o'-lanterns to carve! We're obsessed with the pumpkin templates from ThinkGeek's website - the online shop for everything nerd culture holds an annual Great Geeky Pumpkin Template Contest and the submissions are always pouring in to help readers carve clever and crafty pumpkins for Halloween.
We've gathered our favorite submissions from 2012, 2013, and 2014 that are a little bit sweet (Hello Kitty), a little bit retro (Super Mario Bros.), frighteningly hilarious (Overly Attached Girlfriend), and that even make us want to dance ("Gangnam Style"). And if you want even more pumpkin goodness, check out the emoji templates we created ourselves just for you!
For more Halloween inspiration, feast your eyes on costumed dogs and cats, the ultimate geeky costumes for humans, party decor suggestions, and the apps that'll help you turn friends into monsters or scare yourself silly.
- Additional reporting by Ann-Marie Alcántara
23 Brilliant Ways to Use Up Your Leftover Halloween Candy Stash
We scoured the web looking for enticing and novel uses of drugstore candy bars, perfect for using up your leftover Halloween candy stash. Be warned: these treats aren't messing around. Side effects of flipping through this roundup may include hunger pangs, nostalgia, and an overwhelming impulse to get baking.
Can Pimples in the "Danger Triangle" Really Kill You? An Investigation
As much as I am ashamed to admit it, I still compulsively pick at my skin. Nothing - from Post-it notes to throwing out our magnifying mirror - has stopped me from clawing at my complexion. That is, until I heard about "the danger triangle" from YourTango.
Look at your face in the mirror. Imagine there is a dot on the bridge of your nose and one at either corner of your mouth, then mentally connect them to form a triangle. According to YourTango, you should never pick at pimples in this patch of skin. Supposedly, should you incur an infection in this area, it could kill you.
Shaken up by the very thought of this (could I have a deadly infection right now?!), I sought the intel of three dermatologists: Dr. Julie Russak, founder of Russak Dermatology Clinic; Cane + Austin founder Dr. Craig Austin; and Sadick Dermatology owner Dr. Neil Sadick.
While she admitted an infection of this magnitude would be very rare, Dr. Russak acknowledged that this is a dangerous location for a blemish to appear.
"It is a very vascular area with a lot of blood vessels that connect to the cavernous sinus," she explained. "Cysts and pimples contain bacteria, and if we pop them or if they rupture, there is a small possibility that the bacteria can get into the bloodstream, leading to an infection in the brain."
Dr. Austin agreed, adding, "Theoretically, an infection from a cyst or abscess could possibly spread and lead to cavernous sinus thrombosis."
Cavernous sinus thrombosis is a very serious condition that is characterized by a blood clot that blocks a vein behind the eye sockets. Symptoms include fever, severe headache, and blurred vision. This could lead to a retrograde infection, complicating your ailment and making you even sicker. That said, the initial diagnosis of cavernous sinus thrombosis should be something that should terrify you, as it causes death in 30 percent of cases.
However, Dr. Sadick disagreed, declaring the "danger triangle" nothing to worry about. "Although there are many blood vessels located in this zone and there is a potential risk of infection, squeezing acne lesions in this area to cause an infection to enter the bloodstream is a very minor and insignificant concern," he said.
In this day and age, where powerful antibiotics are readily available, you should not be paranoid that a pimple in the middle of your face will put you in peril. Instead, you should be troubled by a less deadly (and more cosmetic) issue.
"Ultimately, you really shouldn't be popping anything on your face because it could lead to scarring, which is really the problem to be more concerned about," Dr. Austin said. Your picking could also cause dark marks on your skin. "This area is prone to postinflammatory hyperpigmentation," Dr. Russak warned. "If more inflammation is created by popping at home, one can be left with a brown spot for months to come."
However, all three dermatologists do agree that if your pimple becomes more significant than a common whitehead, you should visit a doctor for treatment.
"The size of the pimple - as opposed to the location - is really what you want to be aware of," Dr. Austin remarked. "If you have anything larger than a whitehead or lasting over a week, you should always consult your dermatologist." A typical whitehead is about one to two millimeters, so if your spot is bigger, it's worth getting it checked out.
Dr. Russak added, "If it is very red or the redness is spreading, or you are observing tenderness or drainage, then it could be a sign of a localized infection."
If you begin to experience chills or night sweats or are suffering from a fever, you could have a bloodstream infection. In this case, you should absolutely visit a doctor. Otherwise, leave it alone and stop picking!
23 Wedding Dress Pictures You'll Regret Not Taking
If you're like most of the brides we know, searching for the perfect dress was (or is) time-consuming, wonderful, and just a tad stressful. Since you're only going to be wearing it once, make the most of your big day by taking all kinds of photos. While you're working on a shot list to hand over to your photographer, be sure to spend time drafting up scenarios and events that'll show your dress from the best angles possible. To help, we've rounded up some gorgeous pics to inspire you, including detail shots and pretty lighting you might not have thought of yet (and don't miss our shot list for stunning hair- and makeup-focused pictures!).
Seeking more wedding inspiration? Check out ideas for your bridesmaids dresses, what to wear for your engagement photos, and even how to capture the best shots of your rings.
Harry Potter Lip Art Will Make Your Mouth Magical
It seemed like the entire internet rejoiced when Storybook Cosmetics revealed its Harry Potter-inspired makeup brushes, and since then, we've all been searching for the next beauty trend to come out of Hogwarts. It's safe to say we've found it: Harry Potter lip art.
Makeup artist Jazmina Daniel (who is known for her dynamic pout designs) and equally skilled artist Ryan Kelly created the following looks, which will have you so bewitched, you'll think a wizard placed a spell on you. They are incredibly intricate (don't forget how tiny they are!) and would make for a wonderfully unexpected alternative to a Halloween costume. Read on to see for yourself.
5 Epic Halloween Costume Ideas For Your Bald-Headed Baby
If your baby happens to be a bit bare up there, take that into consideration when picking out their perfect Halloween costume. Instead of immediately putting their little head undercover, let their bald status inspire their costume and have some fun with their looks. From a tiny version of Mr. Clean (complete with the perfect eyebrows!) to a hysterical version of Dr. Evil and Mini Me, these epic costume ideas for babies without hair are a must for your little one's first Halloween!
Every Single Awesome Way to Dress as Princess Leia For Halloween
Whether you're a new Star Wars fan excited for the upcoming movie or an old one who has a Stormtrooper helmet in your closet, it's never a bad idea to dress like one of the characters - especially Princess Leia. There are plenty of ways to dress like her since she's had several different iconic outfits throughout the films. Plus, many of her looks are easy enough to DIY. Look ahead for some inspiration, and remember to link up with your friends or significant other to create epic Star Wars costumes together.
11 Affordable Dresses That Could Double as Your Halloween Costume
All of the dresses here are first and foremost cute, and there's no denying you'll wear them again. But for under $100, they're also pretty savvy Halloween costume options. You're likely in need of one of these items, be it a striped shirt dress or a slinky little mini, so use this as an excuse to add it to your wardrobe now. Here, we've rounded up 11 stylish looks and a few costume ideas to match. Shop away, and consider your Halloween a done deal.
37 Scarily Cute Halloween Sweets
Don't let all your Halloween sugar highs come from prepackaged candy. We found 37 awesome, creative desserts, all sure to inspire you to create your own spooky cookies, cakes, and more. From the elaborate - we're loving the Dracula-esque cookie sandwich with marshmallow teeth - to the simple (you can make Nutter Butter ghosts in just a few minutes), these treats might be scary, but they're also supersweet.
15 Cute Snapchat Filter Costume Ideas For Anyone Obsessed With the App
Are you in need of a fun, last-minute costume that needs zero explanation? Try a Snapchat-filter-inspired look that can be as simple as you want, like the dog one, or might involve a makeup tutorial, such as the rainbow filter. The ideas you see ahead are great for group costumes with your BFFs and even with your significant other. Take a look and become your favorite filter!
Lea Michele Loves SoulCycle More Than Anyone Has Loved Anything Ever
True love is so rare, so when you see it for yourself, it's a beautiful spectacle to witness. Exhibit A: Lea Michele and SoulCycle. A love story so deep, so raw and real, it can only be told with these 26 Instagrams. Behold.
When It Comes to the Red Carpet, No One Can Beat Camila Alves's Elegant Style
Camila Alves has the ability to show up at any award show and party and immediately catch and retain everyone's attention. The thing is, the Brazilian lifestyle expert (and now organic baby food company cofounder) knows exactly what outfit will get the most oohs and aahs out of everyone's mouths.
From some of her first appearances at premieres with husband Matthew McConaughey in 2008 to the incredible gowns she has worn at the Oscars (all worthy of a winner!), the fashionable mom of three never ceases to amaze us. Keep reading for 37 of her most stunning looks, then check out how she also slays the street style game.
Lea Michele Loves SoulCycle More Than Anyone Has Loved Anything Ever
True love is so rare, so when you see it for yourself, it's a beautiful spectacle to witness. Exhibit A: Lea Michele and SoulCycle. A love story so deep, so raw and real, it can only be told with these 26 Instagrams. Behold.
Super Mario Bros. Hair Art Is the Latest Geek-Chic '90s Trend
If your childhood was spent in the basement playing Super Mario Brothers on Nintendo with your siblings, then you need to see the latest hair art spotted on Instagram. One brunette model was made over with what looks like regular rainbow pixelated hair (if there is such a thing), but up close, it's actually images of Mario. (Kids, Mario is the main character from a popular Nintendo game in the '90s. Nintendo was the system we used to play games on before Xbox.)
This hairstyle is a great one to try with temporary dye if you're still looking for a Halloween costume. You can wear it to work, and it will surely make people do a double take. Keep reading to see more images of it!
The Key Ingredient For These Halloween Costumes Is Sitting in Your T-Shirt Drawer
Whether you are looking to spend very little, want a costume that's easy, or are known to wait until the last possible minute, there's one item that'll solve all your Halloween woes: a striped shirt.
Not only is this versatile piece a must have in any fashion girl's closet - it knows no season! - there are also plenty of Halloween looks you can create around the stylish staple. Read on for a list of 22, from spooky to Disney to downright hilarious, and know this is one costume you'll 100 percent rewear long after the day is done.
Grunge Goddesses Will Love Sonia Kashuk's Snake-Wrapped Makeup Brushes
Lately, there has been no shortage of whimsical beauty tools. The internet lost its sh*t over Harry Potter-themed makeup brushes, and more fantastical cosmetic-lovers obsessed over mermaid-inspired tools. But if your vibe is more dark than dreamy, you might have felt left out.
Thankfully, makeup artist and brand founder Sonia Kashuk has created a more vampy set of brushes (and a matching brush cup!) for grunge goddesses just in time for the holiday season. The 10-piece brush set contains everything you need for a flawless face. And, even better, because her products are only available at Target, the collection is very affordable. Read on to salivate over it in anticipation of the November launch.
Whoa: This Harry Potter Theory Could've Changed the Series Completely
Get ready to breathe in and breathe out, Harry Potter fans - a recent theory is sparking up a conversation on the Internet on how the entire series could've changed. The single theory is based on one passage in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, involving the most underrated Hogwarts house - Slytherin.
The speculation, outlined by Tumblr user crazybutperfectlysane, discusses the idea of Cassius Warrington of Slytherin being chosen to compete in the Triwizard Tournament instead of Cedric Diggory. Both characters would still continue to help each other throughout the book up until the very end, when Voldermort still decides to kill Warrington. The user discusses the possibility that this might've united the Slytherins against Voldemort so they could have fought against him in the Battle of Hogwarts. Pretty crazy right? The entire post is below.
However, the theory train didn't stop here. Another user, aplatonicjacuzzi, took it upon themselves to delve deeper into what Warrington's death would mean to Slytherin, Hogwarts, and Harry. This would include Slytherins realizing that pure bloods aren't safe from Voldemort, joining Dumbledore's Army, and eventually facing off against He Who Must Not Be Named at last. The rest of the imagined storyline is below.
These two posts are currently circling the Internet, even though both are two months old. It makes sense - it's serving up the right amount of fresh "what if?" options we always need every few months. We can't imagine how different the stories of all our favorite characters would be like or how Harry Potter could have had different kinds of support at Hogwarts. Guess that's all we can do now: wonder how and what could change the story we love and treasure so much.
Experts Say This Is the Number 1 Way to Lose Weight
You've tried everything, but this time it is going to be different. You're finally getting down to business and losing the weight you've gained, whether it was from too many slices of pizza and beer in college, stubborn pregnancy weight, or that "food baby" you've been growing with pints of ice cream. You've had enough, and although you know there's no easy fix, we asked certified dietitian Leslie Langevin, MS, RD, CD, of Whole Health Nutrition to share the one simple thing you need to do to jump-start your weight loss and start seeing results.
We might as well have asked our mothers, because her advice is the same: to "eat more vegetables." There are so many reasons to eat them - they're low in calories and many are also low in carbs. The high water content and all the chewing it takes to break down vegetables in your mouth can help you feel full faster, so you eat less food overall. Plus the high amount of fiber in veggies will keep you feeling full for longer to prevent snacking later.
Eating more veggies is a growing trend, and the good news is that plants are becoming the new meat, moving veggies from the side of the plate to the center. The easiest way to eat more veggies is to include them in every meal and snack - even breakfast. Not sure how to snack on veggies aside from hitting the salad bar or ordering a side of sweet potato fries? Check out the ideas below to get you on board the all-day veggie train.
Breakfast
- Strawberry Broccoli Bean Smoothie: 343 calories, 8.1 grams fiber, 30.4 grams protein
- Poached Eggs With Tomato, Swiss Chard, and Chickpeas: 339 calories, 9.5 grams fiber, 20.1 grams protein
- Tofu Scramble With Kale and Sweet Potatoes: 264 calories, 4.4 grams fiber, 18.8 grams protein
Morning Snack
- Banana Spinach Smoothie Muffins: 155 calories, 1.3 grams fiber, 2.2 grams protein
- Carrot Chips: 79 calories, 4.1 grams fiber, 1.4 grams protein
- Honey-Roasted Cinnamon Chickpeas: 146 calories, 4.5 grams fiber, 6.2 grams protein
Lunch
- Roasted Sweet Potato Mason Jar Salad: 484 calories, 12.6 grams fiber, 15.8 grams protein
- Butternut Squash Lentil Soup: 253 calories, 17 grams fiber, 18.3 grams protein
- Smashed Chickpea Avocado Salad: 485 calories, 13.8 grams fiber, 14 grams protein
Afternoon Snack
- Baked Spinach Chips: 75 calories, 1.4 grams fiber, 1.8 grams protein
- Squash Fries: 97 calories, 1.3 grams fiber, 4.3 grams protein
- Cucumber Cups With Tapenade: 88 calories, 2.6 grams fiber, 1.6 grams protein
Dinner
- Carrot Fettuccine With Mushrooms and Red Pepper: 478 calories, 13.8 grams fiber, 8 grams protein
- Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese: 296 calories, 1.3 grams fiber, 18.2 grams protein
- Chickpea Coconut Curry With Sweet Potatoes: 397 calories, 7.2 grams fiber, 10.5 grams protein
Experts Say This Is the Number 1 Way to Lose Weight
You've tried everything, but this time it is going to be different. You're finally getting down to business and losing the weight you've gained, whether it was from too many slices of pizza and beer in college, stubborn pregnancy weight, or that "food baby" you've been growing with pints of ice cream. You've had enough, and although you know there's no easy fix, we asked certified dietitian Leslie Langevin, MS, RD, CD, of Whole Health Nutrition to share the one simple thing you need to do to jump-start your weight loss and start seeing results.
We might as well have asked our mothers, because her advice is the same: to "eat more vegetables." There are so many reasons to eat them - they're low in calories and many are also low in carbs. The high water content and all the chewing it takes to break down vegetables in your mouth can help you feel full faster, so you eat less food overall. Plus the high amount of fiber in veggies will keep you feeling full for longer to prevent snacking later.
Eating more veggies is a growing trend, and the good news is that plants are becoming the new meat, moving veggies from the side of the plate to the center. The easiest way to eat more veggies is to include them in every meal and snack - even breakfast. Not sure how to snack on veggies aside from hitting the salad bar or ordering a side of sweet potato fries? Check out the ideas below to get you on board the all-day veggie train.
Breakfast
- Strawberry Broccoli Bean Smoothie: 343 calories, 8.1 grams fiber, 30.4 grams protein
- Poached Eggs With Tomato, Swiss Chard, and Chickpeas: 339 calories, 9.5 grams fiber, 20.1 grams protein
- Tofu Scramble With Kale and Sweet Potatoes: 264 calories, 4.4 grams fiber, 18.8 grams protein
Morning Snack
- Banana Spinach Smoothie Muffins: 155 calories, 1.3 grams fiber, 2.2 grams protein
- Carrot Chips: 79 calories, 4.1 grams fiber, 1.4 grams protein
- Honey-Roasted Cinnamon Chickpeas: 146 calories, 4.5 grams fiber, 6.2 grams protein
Lunch
- Roasted Sweet Potato Mason Jar Salad: 484 calories, 12.6 grams fiber, 15.8 grams protein
- Butternut Squash Lentil Soup: 253 calories, 17 grams fiber, 18.3 grams protein
- Smashed Chickpea Avocado Salad: 485 calories, 13.8 grams fiber, 14 grams protein
Afternoon Snack
- Baked Spinach Chips: 75 calories, 1.4 grams fiber, 1.8 grams protein
- Squash Fries: 97 calories, 1.3 grams fiber, 4.3 grams protein
- Cucumber Cups With Tapenade: 88 calories, 2.6 grams fiber, 1.6 grams protein
Dinner
- Carrot Fettuccine With Mushrooms and Red Pepper: 478 calories, 13.8 grams fiber, 8 grams protein
- Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese: 296 calories, 1.3 grams fiber, 18.2 grams protein
- Chickpea Coconut Curry With Sweet Potatoes: 397 calories, 7.2 grams fiber, 10.5 grams protein
35 Geeky Costume Ideas You're Bound to See Everywhere on Halloween
Every year, there are a couple of costumes that you're bound to see everywhere on Halloween. But just because the costumes are popular doesn't mean you shouldn't try them! After all, if you don't wear it this year, who knows if people will get your costume next year? Look ahead for some inspiration on some of the top geeky costumes you're expected to see and use it to plan your outfit for the night!
This Push-Up Challenge Will Make You Insanely Stronger in 30 Days
If being able to do 50 push-ups is on your fitness bucket list, it's time to make it happen. Just like the 30-Day Squat Challenge, here's a plan to build your upper body and core strength so that by the end of the 30 days, you'll be able to bust out 50 push-ups.
This challenge involves five push-up variations to not only prevent boredom and overuse injuries but to also help sculpt other areas of the body. Here are instructions for the five different variations, followed by a 30-day plan to get you all the way to 50.
Number 1: Basic Push-Up
- Come into plank position with your arms and legs straight, shoulders above the wrists.
- Take a breath in, and as you exhale, bend your elbows out to the sides and lower your chest toward the ground. Stop as soon as your shoulders are in line with your elbows. Inhale to straighten the arms. This counts as one rep.
- If this is too difficult, do this exercise with your knees on the floor.
Number 2: One-Legged Push-Up (Left Leg)
- Begin in plank position.
- Extend your left leg straight behind you so it's parallel with the floor. Engage your abs, and try to keep your left heel in line with your hips.
- With your left leg extended and your right toes on the floor, exhale to bend the elbows, lowering into a push-up. Inhale to straighten your arms.
- This counts as one rep.
- If this is too difficult, the photo above shows how to do this push-up variation with your right knee resting on the floor.
Number 3: One-Legged Push-Up (Right Leg)
- Now switch sides. From plank position, extend your right leg straight behind you so it's parallel with the floor. Engage your abs, and try to keep your right heel in line with your hips.
- With your right leg extended and your left toes on the floor, exhale to bend the elbows, lowering into a push-up. Inhale to straighten your arms.
- This counts as one rep. As mentioned above, if this is too difficult, rest your left knee on the floor.
Number 4: T Push-Up
- Begin in plank position.
- Take a breath in, and then exhale to bend your elbows, lowering into a push-up.
- Inhale to straighten your arms, and at the top of your push-up, lift your left arm straight up overhead, rotating your torso to stack your shoulders, and turn your heels to the right, making a T-shape with your body.
- Exhale to place your left palm back on the ground and lower into a push-up.
- Inhale to straighten your arms and lift your right arm up overhead, rotating your torso and turning heels to the left.
- Exhale to place your right hand back on the ground.
- Doing a T push-up on both sides counts as one rep.
Number 5: Diamond Push-Up
- Begin in plank position. Place your hands together, directly under your sternum, with the tips of your index fingers and thumbs touching. Your fingers and thumbs should form a diamond or triangle shape.
- After an inhale, exhale to bend your elbows, lowering your chest toward the floor.
- Inhale to straighten the arms.
- This counts as one rep.
- If this is too difficult, try separating your hands a couple inches or widening your feet slightly. Still too hard? Then lower the knees to the ground.
The Plan
Instead of rolling out 50 regular push-ups in a row, you'll work up to doing 10 reps of each. This plan gives your upper body a day of rest every two days, but feel free to strength train other areas of the body on those rest days.
If you're new to the push-up scene, it's OK to perform these push-ups with your knees resting on the floor if straight legs is too difficult. But keep in mind that unless you practice doing push-ups on your toes with your legs straight, you'll never be able to do them. So do as many reps as you can with proper form with your knees lifted, and lower them when your arms start to fatigue. It's also OK to rest your arms if you need to (in ChIld's Pose or Seated Heart Opener), but as the plan progresses and you build strength and endurance, spend less time on your knees and resting, and more time rocking these push-up variations.
| Day of Month | Exercise | Total Push-Ups |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 1 rep of each | 5 |
| Day 2 | 1 rep of each, repeat 2x | 10 |
| Day 3 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 4 | 2 reps of each | 10 |
| Day 5 | 1 rep of each, repeat 3x | 15 |
| Day 6 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 7 | 2 reps of each, repeat 2x | 20 |
| Day 8 | 3 reps of each | 15 |
| Day 9 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 10 | 2 reps of each, repeat 3x | 30 |
| Day 11 | 4 reps of each | 20 |
| Day 12 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 13 | 3 reps of each, repeat 2x | 30 |
| Day 14 | 4 reps of each | 20 |
| Day 15 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 16 | 5 reps of each | 25 |
| Day 17 | 6 reps of each | 30 |
| Day 18 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 19 | 4 reps of each, repeat 2x | 40 |
| Day 20 | 6 reps of each | 30 |
| Day 21 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 22 | 7 reps of each | 35 |
| Day 23 | 8 reps of each | 40 |
| Day 24 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 25 | 8 reps of each | 40 |
| Day 26 | 9 reps of each | 45 |
| Day 27 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 28 | 9 reps of each | 45 |
| Day 29 | 5 reps of each, repeat 2x | 50 |
| Day 30 | 10 reps of each | 50 |
This Push-Up Challenge Will Make You Insanely Stronger in 30 Days
If being able to do 50 push-ups is on your fitness bucket list, it's time to make it happen. Just like the 30-Day Squat Challenge, here's a plan to build your upper body and core strength so that by the end of the 30 days, you'll be able to bust out 50 push-ups.
This challenge involves five push-up variations to not only prevent boredom and overuse injuries but to also help sculpt other areas of the body. Here are instructions for the five different variations, followed by a 30-day plan to get you all the way to 50.
Number 1: Basic Push-Up
- Come into plank position with your arms and legs straight, shoulders above the wrists.
- Take a breath in, and as you exhale, bend your elbows out to the sides and lower your chest toward the ground. Stop as soon as your shoulders are in line with your elbows. Inhale to straighten the arms. This counts as one rep.
- If this is too difficult, do this exercise with your knees on the floor.
Number 2: One-Legged Push-Up (Left Leg)
- Begin in plank position.
- Extend your left leg straight behind you so it's parallel with the floor. Engage your abs, and try to keep your left heel in line with your hips.
- With your left leg extended and your right toes on the floor, exhale to bend the elbows, lowering into a push-up. Inhale to straighten your arms.
- This counts as one rep.
- If this is too difficult, the photo above shows how to do this push-up variation with your right knee resting on the floor.
Number 3: One-Legged Push-Up (Right Leg)
- Now switch sides. From plank position, extend your right leg straight behind you so it's parallel with the floor. Engage your abs, and try to keep your right heel in line with your hips.
- With your right leg extended and your left toes on the floor, exhale to bend the elbows, lowering into a push-up. Inhale to straighten your arms.
- This counts as one rep. As mentioned above, if this is too difficult, rest your left knee on the floor.
Number 4: T Push-Up
- Begin in plank position.
- Take a breath in, and then exhale to bend your elbows, lowering into a push-up.
- Inhale to straighten your arms, and at the top of your push-up, lift your left arm straight up overhead, rotating your torso to stack your shoulders, and turn your heels to the right, making a T-shape with your body.
- Exhale to place your left palm back on the ground and lower into a push-up.
- Inhale to straighten your arms and lift your right arm up overhead, rotating your torso and turning heels to the left.
- Exhale to place your right hand back on the ground.
- Doing a T push-up on both sides counts as one rep.
Number 5: Diamond Push-Up
- Begin in plank position. Place your hands together, directly under your sternum, with the tips of your index fingers and thumbs touching. Your fingers and thumbs should form a diamond or triangle shape.
- After an inhale, exhale to bend your elbows, lowering your chest toward the floor.
- Inhale to straighten the arms.
- This counts as one rep.
- If this is too difficult, try separating your hands a couple inches or widening your feet slightly. Still too hard? Then lower the knees to the ground.
The Plan
Instead of rolling out 50 regular push-ups in a row, you'll work up to doing 10 reps of each. This plan gives your upper body a day of rest every two days, but feel free to strength train other areas of the body on those rest days.
If you're new to the push-up scene, it's OK to perform these push-ups with your knees resting on the floor if straight legs is too difficult. But keep in mind that unless you practice doing push-ups on your toes with your legs straight, you'll never be able to do them. So do as many reps as you can with proper form with your knees lifted, and lower them when your arms start to fatigue. It's also OK to rest your arms if you need to (in ChIld's Pose or Seated Heart Opener), but as the plan progresses and you build strength and endurance, spend less time on your knees and resting, and more time rocking these push-up variations.
| Day of Month | Exercise | Total Push-Ups |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 1 rep of each | 5 |
| Day 2 | 1 rep of each, repeat 2x | 10 |
| Day 3 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 4 | 2 reps of each | 10 |
| Day 5 | 1 rep of each, repeat 3x | 15 |
| Day 6 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 7 | 2 reps of each, repeat 2x | 20 |
| Day 8 | 3 reps of each | 15 |
| Day 9 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 10 | 2 reps of each, repeat 3x | 30 |
| Day 11 | 4 reps of each | 20 |
| Day 12 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 13 | 3 reps of each, repeat 2x | 30 |
| Day 14 | 4 reps of each | 20 |
| Day 15 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 16 | 5 reps of each | 25 |
| Day 17 | 6 reps of each | 30 |
| Day 18 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 19 | 4 reps of each, repeat 2x | 40 |
| Day 20 | 6 reps of each | 30 |
| Day 21 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 22 | 7 reps of each | 35 |
| Day 23 | 8 reps of each | 40 |
| Day 24 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 25 | 8 reps of each | 40 |
| Day 26 | 9 reps of each | 45 |
| Day 27 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 28 | 9 reps of each | 45 |
| Day 29 | 5 reps of each, repeat 2x | 50 |
| Day 30 | 10 reps of each | 50 |
This "Thriller" Parody Is Made For Moms
If you've ever been awaken by a crying toddler at 2 a.m. only to find that their sheets need to be changed and their carpet needs to be scrubbed, you may in fact be a mombie. What exactly is a mombie? It's a mom who's a zombie, otherwise known as an overtired mother who's seen the 2 a.m., 3 a.m., and 4 a.m. hours a few too many times. Machel Green, whose spot-on parody of Taylor Swift's "Shake It Off" reminded us that we really are still cool moms, returned just in time for Halloween with a fresh take on Michael Jackson's iconic "Thriller," called "Toddler." But the video isn't just for Halloween. Machel and her Vintage Marquee Lights crew show us how it really feels to be a sleep-deprived mom. Watch and tell us, can you relate?
12 Sugar Skull Nail Accents That Honor Your Mexican Heritage on Día de los Muertos
If you're already thinking of creative ways to honor your Mexican roots on Día de los Muertos, consider painting your pride on your nails.
The traditional holiday brings forth a colorful celebration of the deceased. Vibrantly painted sugar skulls are a recognized symbol of the day, so why not incorporate las catrinas into your beauty routine this year? Whether drawn bold across all ten fingers, or placed as a small accent, the decorated skull is a gorgeous way to show your heritage. We've picked out some festive Día de los Muertos designs that will get you inspired - scroll through to check them out.
Princess Beatrice of York Hangs With Kate Middleton, but Her Style's on Another Level
You might have heard Princess Beatrice's name with ties to Uber executive Dave Clark. The longtime couple made headlines recently with news of their split, but we're here to prove the Royal Highness of York can hold her own. Not only does the princess regularly attend family events alongside her younger sister, Eugenie; her grandmother Queen Elizabeth II; and Kate Middleton, but she also participates in charity work and is developing a career in business.
From a fashion perspective, Beatrice is a natural. Her wardrobe consists of key pieces that turn heads on the red carpet, at fashion shows, and on the street, but it's the way she wears them that counts. While the princess favors Peter Pan collars, avant-garde fascinators, and all sorts of embellishments, every outfit includes an element of surprise. Read on for 73 lessons you can learn just by studying her style.
This Lebanese Bride's Poufy Gown Exceeds All Your Wildest Wedding Dreams
If you're having an extravagant wedding, you'll need a standout wedding dress to match. For Lebanese bride Nata, that meant slipping into a poufy Zuhair Murad ballgown that flared out at the sides. The embellished bodice showed only a peek of skin, but as Nata made her way to the ceremony, she covered up with a fur bolero to give the dress a modest vibe. The couple later entered into the reception with sparklers and a fog machine; no theatrics were too over the top for this bride.
Nata was likely aiming for a Hollywood-worthy wedding, as she also threw a red-carpet-themed bash on day two of the celebrations. Guests were treated to popcorn, walked on a red carpet, and even enjoyed a special performance by the bride herself. From the reception to the Hollywood party, you'll have trouble keeping your eyes off her outfit changes and the festivities.
The Simple Accessory Every Supermodel Can't Stop Wearing
Big or small, doubled-up or oversize, it seems like lately everyone's into hoop earrings. But there's no better place to look for style inspiration than the feeds of our favorite supermodels. They turn out full looks we'd never think of that are also really easy to pull off. (Seriously, most of the time these girls are in tees and high-waisted denim.)
Almost every It model we follow is on board with hoops. Maybe it's the delicate touch they add to an outfit or the subtle '70s vibe they help to pull off. Either way, we're ready to try each of the looks below, one by one. Read on to gather ideas from Kendall, Hailey, Kaia, and a bunch of their friends, then shop for the jewels they can't stop accessorizing with.
Why Your Migraines Could Be Triggered by Wine and Chocolate
Though a migraine can be brought on by a combination of things, a recent study is outlining why certain foods and beverages may be to blame. In mSystems, a journal about microbiology, Dr. Brendan Davis explained the correlation between migraines and the consumption of food like processed meats, vegetables, wine, and chocolate.
Dr. Davis, a consultant neurologist at the University Hospitals of North Midland, found that people who frequently get migraines could have a different type of gut bacteria. Apparently, said gut bacteria is really efficient at processing nitrates - like those found in the aforementioned foods. While this sounds like a good thing, that efficient system actually produces an excess of nitric oxide in the bloodstream, which then overworks vessels in the brain, thereby causing a migraine.
Dr. Davis arrived at these results by examining 172 oral samples and 1,966 fecal samples from people who suffer from migraines, yet are otherwise healthy. He ended up noticing that they exhibited higher bacteria levels involved in their breakdown of food.
While this is unfortunate news for migraine sufferers who love chocolate, wine, and all that good stuff, these findings can at least shed some light on the painful headache disorder.
Why Your Migraines Could Be Triggered by Wine and Chocolate
Though a migraine can be brought on by a combination of things, a recent study is outlining why certain foods and beverages may be to blame. In mSystems, a journal about microbiology, Dr. Brendan Davis explained the correlation between migraines and the consumption of food like processed meats, vegetables, wine, and chocolate.
Dr. Davis, a consultant neurologist at the University Hospitals of North Midland, found that people who frequently get migraines could have a different type of gut bacteria. Apparently, said gut bacteria is really efficient at processing nitrates - like those found in the aforementioned foods. While this sounds like a good thing, that efficient system actually produces an excess of nitric oxide in the bloodstream, which then overworks vessels in the brain, thereby causing a migraine.
Dr. Davis arrived at these results by examining 172 oral samples and 1,966 fecal samples from people who suffer from migraines, yet are otherwise healthy. He ended up noticing that they exhibited higher bacteria levels involved in their breakdown of food.
While this is unfortunate news for migraine sufferers who love chocolate, wine, and all that good stuff, these findings can at least shed some light on the painful headache disorder.
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