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.
samedi 31 décembre 2016
The Top Photos of 2016 Are a Whole Lot Nicer Than the Year Itself Was
Despite 2016 being a decidedly difficult year, there are a whole lot of beautiful photographs that came out of it. Following its annual tradition, Flickr just released the year's top 25 photos, and though the photos vary in subject, they are all absolutely stunning.
To recap, the photos are selected by analyzing the photos with the most amount of "likes," in addition to how often each individual photo was favorited and viewed. This year's overall top photo comes from Giacomo della Sera and depicts a calm moment on a river in Aveiro, Portugal. The photo currently has more than 153,000 views, 8,000 faves, and 500 comments and counting!
Ahead, check out some of the other breathtaking shots that made the list, with quotes from the photographer or descriptions of the photo.
Stop Everything - These Hungry Baby Otters Are the Cutest Stinkin' Things
Did you know that baby otters squeak when they eat? Neither did we, until Spanish animal-lover and TV host Frank Cuesta uploaded this video of two rescued otter pups enjoying a well-deserved meal. While you won't be able to understand Cuesta unless you speak Spanish, all you really need to hear are these adorable little guys chowing down.
On an unrelated note, where does one sign up to rescue a baby otter? We're interested.
32 Iconic '90s Movies You Can Watch on Netflix Now
So you're jonesing for some nostalgia, are you? Look no further than Netflix, because in addition to all its newly available movies, the streaming service has plenty of classics to laugh at and cry at and to generally fill you with fuzzy feelings. There are a ton of comedies from the stars of '90s, plus dramas like American Beauty. How are you not on Netflix watching these right now? Well, don't go yet - take a look at all your options first!
The Most Powerful Thing You Can Say to Another Mom
A few weeks ago, one of my dearest friends lost her 21-month-old daughter forever when the sweet baby girl died unexpectedly and suddenly. My friend and I live on opposite sides of the country, so I took a trip to visit her for this past weekend. Admittedly, I was a nervous wreck about what I was going to say to her and her husband. How was I going to find the words to comfort them? How would I avoid saying the wrong things? I wanted to find perfect words, and, as I am a writer, words happen to be one of the few ways I truly know how to express myself.
Except I was at a complete loss over her loss. Having two healthy children at home, I felt I couldn't truly relate to her pain, so how on earth was I going to be able to comfort her during a situation that I have very little experience in? Armed with a pocket full of Bible verses and a slough of rehearsed things to say, I walked into her home and could never in a million years have foreseen the life-altering and powerful words that would be spoken between us during our time together. Except the words came from her, to me.
From her. To me.
That's right. My friend, who at this point is proving to be one of the strongest people I know, said something during her time of grief that will forever hold a spot in my heart. It was a phrase so simple, yet it has hit a chord deep inside of me. As she was describing the events leading up to the death of her daughter, she tried to express to me her complete heartbreak as she held her sweet child in the hospital during the minutes and hours after she died. Describing the time only as her worst nightmare, she said to me with tears rolling down her face, "You're a mom, you know."
You're a mom, you know.
This phrase took my breath away - as well as any composure that I had managed to keep together up until then. Because it was at that point, with that phrase, that I was able to start to understand the magnitude of her sorrow. Sure, I was completely heartbroken for her before, as death is difficult for anyone. But I'll admit that I didn't fully understand my role as her friend or as a fellow mom. See, all this time I had been looking in the wrong places for the perfect thing to say to her while I should have just looked at our simplest bond: motherhood. And while I have not experienced the pain that comes along with losing a child, I do understand the joy that she once experienced from holding her child. And to lose that? There are no words
Except maybe "I'm a mom, I know."
Losing a child is every mom's worst fear - no matter who you are or what kind of mom you choose to be. In the days since, I've been keeping this simple thought in mind when relating myself to other mommies. Sure, we all have our different ways of mothering and raising our families, but we do have one thing in common: our hearts are directly connected to our children. It makes the whole mommy wars thing seem, well, totally ridiculous.
You're a mom, you know.
So as I went with my own mom, who has recently been diagnosed with breast cancer, to her radiation treatment, I glanced over at the young mother of a small boy in the waiting room. He was maybe 3 years old (though it's hard to tell because he was so tiny). He sported a colorful Superman cape and a bland hospital mask as he sat cradled in his mom's arms. She said something quietly to him. My heart stopped. This mom ached for that mom. And the tears started to fall from my eyes despite me not knowing her one bit. Despite me only sitting in the waiting room for maybe 30 seconds. Despite my own mom sitting next to me about to have her own radiation treatment. This is crazy, I thought. I don't even know this woman.
But what I do know is that I'm a mom.
And later I was getting dinner at a takeout restaurant, and one of the employees was on the phone in the restroom. She was struggling to find a babysitter for her child while she finished her late shift. She was frantic. She was upset. She was mad. My heart skipped another beat, and the tears welled up in my eyes once again.
I know, I'm a mom.
As I went back to my mom's house, heartbroken over my friend's loss, my mother was trying to comfort me. Asking if I was OK. Me! She was the one going through radiation, I should be comforting her. And then it dawned on me as to why she was so worried about how I was doing.
She knows, she's a mom.
And on the plane on the ride home there was a new mom standing with her infant son nearly the whole four-and-a-half-hour flight because if she attempted to sit down, he wailed. She looked exhausted and frustrated. She checked her watch frequently, but she also kept on task all while kissing on his little bald head.
I know, I'm a mom.
See, it's a thread that unites us all. Helicopter moms. Free-range moms. Breastfeeding moms. Formula-feeding moms. Rich moms. Poor moms. Moms of sick kids. Moms of healthy kids. Moms. The crazy, heart-stopping love that we feel for our children runs deep through each and every one of us as moms.
And this knowledge is painful at times. It's why every sappy commercial brings us to tears. It's why we can't watch the news. It's why we get in the car and cry after we drop our kids off to their first day of school. It's why food allergies are terrifying. It's why our hearts ache when we hear about miscarriage or fertility problems. It's why we are up at night worrying about our teens. It's why the thought of our children eventually leaving the nest makes us weep into our coffee. It's why the death of another mother's child is so utterly heartbreaking . . .
It's also why we should always provide a blanket of support to all fellow moms. Not only to those who are suffering through the unimaginable pain of losing a child, but also to those mamas going through plain ol' rough times . . . and even those moms who are just having one of those days. Hug her, and if you are struggling to find the right words, all you may really need to say is, "I know, I'm a mom."
But you probably already know this. After all, you're a mom.
17 Chicken Casserole Recipes to Add to Your Dinner Rotation
It doesn't get much easier than casseroles. Whether you're feeding a family or you want to freeze the rest for later, a casserole is a no-fail option that's guaranteed to be easy and crowd pleasing. These 17 chicken casseroles range from classic (chicken spaghetti) to inventive (chicken spinach pizza couscous casserole), and you're sure to find at least one you want to add to your dinner rotation.
Try This 2017 Healthy Self-Care Challenge
Reduce stress and live a healthier life this year by making your New Year's resolution about self-care. With simple, practical indulgences, you'll find outlets to balance the stresses of your day to day and give yourself the mental strength to take on more challenges in 2017. And it's not selfish - when you feel better and take better care of yourself, you're able to give more to others, too. Get after bigger and better goals in the coming months by taking care of number one with some much needed TLC.
- Get at least one massage (more if you can!).
- Try a restorative yoga practice.
- Start using and diffusing essential oils; try lavender, eucalyptus, rose, and more.
- Gratitude journal several times throughout the month to remind yourself of what you're grateful for.
- Find an awesome therapist, and commit to regular sessions.
- Spend more time alone, on your own schedule, with no one telling you what to do.
- Plan a vacation with your best friend - even if it's a weekend staycation!
- Try acupuncture, reiki, or another natural healing practice.
- Spend at least one day a month this year doing an outdoor activity, like forest bathing or grounding.
- Find a healthy smoothie or salad recipe that you absolutely love, and make it at least once a month.
- Get at least eight hours of sleep a night, especially on weeknights.
- Commit to going on a walk daily, even if it's only five minutes of fresh air outside to clear your head.
Try This 2017 Healthy Self-Care Challenge
Reduce stress and live a healthier life this year by making your New Year's resolution about self-care. With simple, practical indulgences, you'll find outlets to balance the stresses of your day to day and give yourself the mental strength to take on more challenges in 2017. And it's not selfish - when you feel better and take better care of yourself, you're able to give more to others, too. Get after bigger and better goals in the coming months by taking care of number one with some much needed TLC.
- Get at least one massage (more if you can!).
- Try a restorative yoga practice.
- Start using and diffusing essential oils; try lavender, eucalyptus, rose, and more.
- Gratitude journal several times throughout the month to remind yourself of what you're grateful for.
- Find an awesome therapist, and commit to regular sessions.
- Spend more time alone, on your own schedule, with no one telling you what to do.
- Plan a vacation with your best friend - even if it's a weekend staycation!
- Try acupuncture, reiki, or another natural healing practice.
- Spend at least one day a month this year doing an outdoor activity, like forest bathing or grounding.
- Find a healthy smoothie or salad recipe that you absolutely love, and make it at least once a month.
- Get at least eight hours of sleep a night, especially on weeknights.
- Commit to going on a walk daily, even if it's only five minutes of fresh air outside to clear your head.
30 Songs That Pretty Much Defined Latin Music in 2016
It's undeniable that 2016 has been a year to remember. As we optimistically look ahead to a new year, we can't forget the new music we heard (and subsequently added to every playlist possible) for the past almost 12 months.
From not one but two new Shakira songs to hit after hit from breakout reggaeton stars like Maluma and J Balvin and so much more, keep reading for our top picks for best songs of the year. Ready to hit play on all of them? Skip ahead to listen to the full playlist on Spotify.
You Need to Watch Facebook's Top Live Video of the Year - It'll Make You Laugh For Days
The year isn't over yet, but social media companies are already looking back at the top moments of 2016. Instead of releasing the year's top posts, Facebook decided to highlight the top live videos of the year.
Facebook Live first launched on April 6, and since then, people use it at any moment like trying on a Chewbacca mask for the first time. Ahead, see the best 10 live videos of the year that people couldn't stop watching.
The Best Photos of the Spanish Royal Family This Year
After seeing these photos, you might be convinced that King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and the rest of the Spanish first family are the busiest royals out there. The couple, their two daughters, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía, and the King's parents, King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sofía, are constantly rushing from art exhibit openings to official audiences at the royal palace in Madrid to humanitarian events to family appearances like Easter Mass at the cathedral.
But while they're busy, they always take the time to pose for the cameras, giving us a peek at their sweet relationship when together and standing out on their own - with the two queens always showing off their impeccable style and poise. Read on to see just a few of their best photos of 2016. We're sure there are many more to come next year.
The Best Photos of 2016 From Nat Geo Will Give You the Wanderlust Inspiration You Need
For anyone who feels like they need a change or a new vacation destination in 2017, look no further than National Geographic's best photographs of 2016. The magazine released 52 photos capturing the essence of what people saw and loved this year.
Unlike other galleries from National Geographic, these photographs weren't necessarily part of a contest. Instead, each one was handpicked from "91 photographers, 107 stories, and 2,290,225 photographs."
Dive into some of our favorite photos from the list and don't be surprised if you immediately start thinking about where you want to travel in 2017.
Dr. Harvey Karp Knows What Babies Need to Sleep Through the Night - and Now Has a Product to Do It
It's the one thing that new parents just can't prepare for, regardless of how many products they buy. The sleep deprivation they experience can be nothing short of torture - after all, militaries around the world use the technique to interrogate prisoners - making it detrimental to parents' mental and physical health. And while there are plenty of products on the market that try to lull newborns and infants to sleep, few give parents the hours-long stretches they really need.
"Parents today have a harder job than ever before," Dr. Harvey Karp, author of the wildly popular The Happiest Baby series of parenting guides, says. "Up to 50 years ago, you had five nannies . . . a whole network of hands to hold your baby. With most families having two working parents, it's exhausting." After more than 30 years of helping parents through the difficult "fourth trimester" - the term Dr. Karp gives for babies' first three months of life - he is moving beyond the pages of his books and videos and building products based on the success of his international bestsellers, the first of which launches today.
The Happiest Baby SNOO may be the world's most technologically advanced bassinet, incorporating Dr. Karp's famed five S's into product form. A beautiful sleeper on its own with a modern wood and mesh design, the bassinet features a mattress that produces white noise and "swings" up to one-half inch each direction to help lull babies to sleep. Hidden microphones detect a waking baby and signal the sleeper to respond with increasing sound and motion, basically providing the same response parents would when a newborn fusses in the middle of the night. Should a baby fuss for more than three minutes, the bassinet shuts off, signaling that the baby is distressed by something that needs parental involvement - a diaper change or a feeding.
"You wouldn't bring your baby into bed if you were drunk," he says, so why would you bring your baby into bed when you're exhausted?But perhaps the most unique feature on the SNOO is the sleep sack Dr. Karp developed to ensure that newborns stay on their backs throughout the night. The SNOO Sack replaces the swaddle - which has a tendency to come undone, making new parents nervous about suffocation - with a tight sleep sack with "wings" that attach to the sides of the bassinet. Although the design is unusual, it's also practical, making it impossible for a baby to flip over onto his or her stomach overnight.
The SNOO is the first of what Dr. Karp hopes will be an entire line of products created to help parents seamlessly ease the newest member of their family into their home. And it comes at a price. The entire system - including two sizes of swaddlers - will cost $1,160 and is now available at high-end home and baby emporiums. But Dr. Karp says $7 a day - what the SNOO will cost if it is used for the first six months of a baby's life, as it's intended - is a small price to pay for the peace of mind knowing your baby is safe and comfortable.
"Seventy percent of parents will bring their baby into bed with them when [the baby] cries out in the middle of the night," Dr. Karp says. He equates this phenomenon with "drunk parenting" - parents being so sleep-deprived that their brains operate as if they are drunk. "You wouldn't bring your baby into bed if you were drunk," he says, so why would you bring your baby into bed when you're exhausted? Though the SNOO won't magically help a baby sleep through the night, it will give parents more consecutive hours of sleep and teach a newborn about sleep cues that will train them to sleep on their own when they're ready to do so.
As a mom who would have done pretty much anything to get her baby to fall back asleep at 4 a.m., the SNOO sounds like a miracle in the making. In fact, as a mom who fully subscribed to Dr. Karp's Happiest Baby on the Block philosophy - and gives the book to every new parent she meets - it sounds like he's ready to add a sixth S to the philosophy - SNOO.
26 Moments That Laurie Hernandez Will Never, Ever Forget
It's hard to believe that at the beginning of 2016, most of us didn't know who Olympic gymnast Laurie Hernandez was. The 16-year-old athlete, whose parents are Puerto Rican, is so endearing, she very quickly stole our hearts with her sass on the floor of the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics, her moves on Dancing With the Stars, and her sense of humor. Straight ahead we've rounded up 26 of Laurie's highlights from the past 12 months. It's a year she nor us will ever forget.
9 Things to Cut Out in 2017 to Be Healthy
It's time for New Year's resolutions, and we know many of you are planning on cutting back on the unhealthy things in your life. But that doesn't always mean junk food or sweets - we've got some habits that might be holding you back from your healthy goals that you should definitely consider eliminating this year.
Here's what we're cutting out in 2017 to have our healthiest year yet.
- Negative self-talk: Stop being mean to yourself. Just stop. You are enough! You ARE strong! You're capable. Start giving yourself more compliments, and make this year about no negative self-talk - ever. The more you berate and degrade yourself, the harder your year will be; you'll also have a much harder time reaching your healthy goals.
- Your scale: Look, quantifiable goals are great, but the scale can be an evil enemy, and doctors agree! If you've been obsessed with the scale and every decimal point on your weight, it's time for that thing to go. In the trash. Forever. Remember that a number on a scale doesn't reflect the hard work you're putting in, and the numbers absolutely do not define you.
- Workouts you hate: Not everyone likes running, and that's OK. Forcing yourself into a workout that you hate definitely won't encourage you to keep working out. There are alternatives to running - and so many other kinds of cardio exercises. If you hate bootcamp classes, try barre. Hate barre? Stop doing it! Try yoga. If something's not working, try a new studio or new instructor. Keep going until you find something that clicks, but absolutely do not keep going to a class or attempting a workout you don't like.
- Exercising to "fix" or change a part of your body: Working out because you "hate" your body is the worst thing you can do. Exercise makes you feel good - it celebrates your body, makes you feel empowered, and sends a rush of feel-good endorphins through your body. Working out will boost your energy, improve your health, and can change your mood for the better, alongside so many other benefits. Celebrate your body, don't try to "fix" it.
- Kale (or that one food you just can't stand): A lot of you hate kale. So stop forcing it! You don't need kale to be healthy! Maybe it's not kale, but it's another healthy food you've been forcing yourself to eat under the pretense that it's healthy and you "need it" to be healthy yourself. This just isn't true, and if your diet consists of things you don't love, you're not going to stay on that diet for very long. For a more sustainable diet, experiment more with other healthy foods to find out what you do love. You'll be eating healthier all the time!
- Perfectionism: Striving for a goal is great; striving for perfection is unhealthy. Giving yourself unrealistic or unattainable goals is detrimental to your mental and your physical health. That desire for perfectionism can often be a defense mechanism, when you're either consciously or subconsciously protecting yourself from the judgment of others. Focus that energy on progress, not perfection, and you'll have a much better year.
- Calorie counting: This year, stop obsessing over calories - especially if it has created a negative relationship with food. Food is fuel, and we need calories to have strong muscles, bones, and a functioning body! There are so many ways to track your food and eat healthy without calorie counting. If you need the data and numbers to stay in control of your healthy eating, try looking into counting macros - you'll have a healthy balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates each day.
- Stress: Whether you have clinical anxiety or you've been stressing way too much in 2016, your compromised mental health can have a seriously negative impact on your health. Stress can cause weight gain, bloating, physical pain, skin problems, and more. Quite a setback for your healthiest year yet, right? To relax and cut out stress in 2017, get yourself a great therapist, or try a self-care practice like diffusing essential oils.
- Everything that is holding you back: What is keeping you from being your best self and living your best life? Is it an unhealthy relationship, a terrible job that drains you of your energy, or a deep-seated fear? Let. It. Go. Cut the people out who don't support you. Say goodbye to work that doesn't make you feel good - or worse, makes you feel bad. Remove unnecessary obligations that keep you from reaching your physical, mental, and personal goals. This is YOUR time! Replace these things with activities that help you reach your goals, a job that fosters your creativity and empowers you, and relationships with people who build you up.
9 Things to Cut Out in 2017 to Be Healthy
It's time for New Year's resolutions, and we know many of you are planning on cutting back on the unhealthy things in your life. But that doesn't always mean junk food or sweets - we've got some habits that might be holding you back from your healthy goals that you should definitely consider eliminating this year.
Here's what we're cutting out in 2017 to have our healthiest year yet.
- Negative self-talk: Stop being mean to yourself. Just stop. You are enough! You ARE strong! You're capable. Start giving yourself more compliments, and make this year about no negative self-talk - ever. The more you berate and degrade yourself, the harder your year will be; you'll also have a much harder time reaching your healthy goals.
- Your scale: Look, quantifiable goals are great, but the scale can be an evil enemy, and doctors agree! If you've been obsessed with the scale and every decimal point on your weight, it's time for that thing to go. In the trash. Forever. Remember that a number on a scale doesn't reflect the hard work you're putting in, and the numbers absolutely do not define you.
- Workouts you hate: Not everyone likes running, and that's OK. Forcing yourself into a workout that you hate definitely won't encourage you to keep working out. There are alternatives to running - and so many other kinds of cardio exercises. If you hate bootcamp classes, try barre. Hate barre? Stop doing it! Try yoga. If something's not working, try a new studio or new instructor. Keep going until you find something that clicks, but absolutely do not keep going to a class or attempting a workout you don't like.
- Exercising to "fix" or change a part of your body: Working out because you "hate" your body is the worst thing you can do. Exercise makes you feel good - it celebrates your body, makes you feel empowered, and sends a rush of feel-good endorphins through your body. Working out will boost your energy, improve your health, and can change your mood for the better, alongside so many other benefits. Celebrate your body, don't try to "fix" it.
- Kale (or that one food you just can't stand): A lot of you hate kale. So stop forcing it! You don't need kale to be healthy! Maybe it's not kale, but it's another healthy food you've been forcing yourself to eat under the pretense that it's healthy and you "need it" to be healthy yourself. This just isn't true, and if your diet consists of things you don't love, you're not going to stay on that diet for very long. For a more sustainable diet, experiment more with other healthy foods to find out what you do love. You'll be eating healthier all the time!
- Perfectionism: Striving for a goal is great; striving for perfection is unhealthy. Giving yourself unrealistic or unattainable goals is detrimental to your mental and your physical health. That desire for perfectionism can often be a defense mechanism, when you're either consciously or subconsciously protecting yourself from the judgment of others. Focus that energy on progress, not perfection, and you'll have a much better year.
- Calorie counting: This year, stop obsessing over calories - especially if it has created a negative relationship with food. Food is fuel, and we need calories to have strong muscles, bones, and a functioning body! There are so many ways to track your food and eat healthy without calorie counting. If you need the data and numbers to stay in control of your healthy eating, try looking into counting macros - you'll have a healthy balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates each day.
- Stress: Whether you have clinical anxiety or you've been stressing way too much in 2016, your compromised mental health can have a seriously negative impact on your health. Stress can cause weight gain, bloating, physical pain, skin problems, and more. Quite a setback for your healthiest year yet, right? To relax and cut out stress in 2017, get yourself a great therapist, or try a self-care practice like diffusing essential oils.
- Everything that is holding you back: What is keeping you from being your best self and living your best life? Is it an unhealthy relationship, a terrible job that drains you of your energy, or a deep-seated fear? Let. It. Go. Cut the people out who don't support you. Say goodbye to work that doesn't make you feel good - or worse, makes you feel bad. Remove unnecessary obligations that keep you from reaching your physical, mental, and personal goals. This is YOUR time! Replace these things with activities that help you reach your goals, a job that fosters your creativity and empowers you, and relationships with people who build you up.
10 Outrageously Brilliant Cooking Tips From Laura Vitale
If you're not already a fan of Laura Vitale, let us introduce you. Laura is an Italian-born cook who gained popularity through her cooking series on YouTube, called Laura in the Kitchen, and now she also has her own show on Cooking Channel, Simply Laura. It comes as no surprise that the home cook has over two million subscribers online - her "anyone can cook" attitude combined with her approachable recipes and charismatic presence make her impossible not to love. We've learned some pretty ingenious cooking tips from the expert that we're sharing ahead. Keep reading to learn a life-changing, ingenious waffle-iron hack, the best way to use Nutella, and more.
Pick a Side in the 16 Most Explosive Celebrity Feuds That Went Down This Year
After all of the crazy celebrity feuds that happened last year, we were convinced that we'd have a calm, cool, collected, and feud-free 2016 to look forward to . . . PSYCH. There has been more drama than ever this year thanks to a whole slew of celebrity skirmishes. From the never-ending saga that is Taylor Swift's relationship with Kanye West to Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan's on-set showdown, check out all of the famous faces who've gotten into it this year.
Hangover Helpline: What to Do When You've Had Too Much
No one ever wants to drink too much, but sometimes festivities happen. Keep this guide handy for preventing and dealing with the horrible hangover.
Preventing a Hangover
Know this: if you're going to go out and toss back more than a few drinks, you're going to pay the price; the body isn't designed to binge on bad stuff and feel great the next day. But before you even get to the worst-case scenario, there are a few things that can help you prevent a hangover altogether - or at least make it a bit more manageable.
- Don't drink, or at least drink less: Instead of giving yourself unlimited access to the champagne bar, limit yourself to one or two cocktails. Drink slowly, and as a rule, don't consume more than one drink per hour, which helps give the body time to metabolize the alcohol. Also, one drink does not mean a Long Island Tea. We're talking a beer, a glass of wine, or roughly one ounce of hard liquor.
- Drink water, and lots of it: Since alcohol dehydrates the body, begin and end your night of drinking with plenty of water, and for every alcoholic beverage you consume, match it with another glass of water. An easy trick is to alternate between a cocktail and a glass - or two! - of water while you are out for the night.
- Don't drink on an empty stomach: Having food in your stomach helps dilute the concentration of alcohol in your belly. Fill up on good-for-you foods with an emphasis on complex carbs.
- Be choosy with what you drink: Whenever possible, stay away from sugary and carbonated drinks, since they speed up the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream, and opt for choices that have a low alcohol content, like sake, soju, or low-cal vodka. Drink clear liquors over colored ones: darker alcohol like bourbon or red wine contain more congeners, a substance that help contribute to hangovers.
Too Late! What to Eat Once a Hangover Hits
If the old adage everything in moderation was tossed out the window, next-day food choices can be your saving grace. Even if a greasy breakfast sandwich is the only thing you're craving, make sure to eat; food helps break down the alcohol in your system. Once you've eaten, ward off a headache with some OTC ibuprofen (avoid pain relievers containing acetaminophen, like Tylenol, because they may cause liver damage), and don't skip that cup of coffee; aside from being a little pick-me-up, it's been shown to help ward off a hangover-induced headache. If you had a few drinks too many and are suffering from specific symptoms, here's which foods to reach for.
- Dehydration: You need to hydrate. Your throat and mouth are dry due to dehydration, which is caused by the diuretic properties of alcohol. Dehydration also affects your muscles, making them feel weak. Drink plenty of water, and replace lost electrolytes with a low-sugar electrolyte-replacement drink or coconut water.
- Upset stomach: Excessive alcohol irritates the lining of the stomach, causing nausea, digestive issues, or, in really bad cases, vomiting. Start with some Alka Seltzer, and eat bland and easily digested foods like bananas, saltine crackers, or broth.
- Irritability and fatigue: Because the liver gets backed up trying to metabolize the alcohol, you might be experiencing low blood sugar, which can result in you feeling irritable and moody. While most any food can help spike up sugar levels in the body, in small studies, fructose has been shown to speed up the body's ability to metabolize alcohol. Give yourself a tall glass of orange juice after a night of drinking, or press your hangover away with this fresh juice recipe.
The Best Exercise Remedies
Before you hit up that hour-long indoor cycling class, you may want to think twice. On its own, exercise is not an effective cure against a hangover, said Ruth C. Engs, RN, Ed.D., a professor at Indiana University who has done extensive research on the effects of drinking. While the endorphin rush can counteract the pain (albeit momentarily), the dehydration that comes along with an intense exercise session can worsen symptoms. Take into account how bad you're feeling, and if you can't bear to miss a workout, then opt for a light cardio session or restorative yoga class. But what your body probably needs right now is rest.
Alcohol does a number on sleep patterns; the pituitary gland becomes confused and releases the wrong amount of hormones that regulate sleep; the central nervous system also becomes overexcited, causing sensitivity to light, sound, and touch. All of the above means you do not get a good night of quality sleep. If your hangover is really bad, don't feel guilty for taking the day off to relax and get some shut-eye.
Hangover Helpline: What to Do When You've Had Too Much
No one ever wants to drink too much, but sometimes festivities happen. Keep this guide handy for preventing and dealing with the horrible hangover.
Preventing a Hangover
Know this: if you're going to go out and toss back more than a few drinks, you're going to pay the price; the body isn't designed to binge on bad stuff and feel great the next day. But before you even get to the worst-case scenario, there are a few things that can help you prevent a hangover altogether - or at least make it a bit more manageable.
- Don't drink, or at least drink less: Instead of giving yourself unlimited access to the champagne bar, limit yourself to one or two cocktails. Drink slowly, and as a rule, don't consume more than one drink per hour, which helps give the body time to metabolize the alcohol. Also, one drink does not mean a Long Island Tea. We're talking a beer, a glass of wine, or roughly one ounce of hard liquor.
- Drink water, and lots of it: Since alcohol dehydrates the body, begin and end your night of drinking with plenty of water, and for every alcoholic beverage you consume, match it with another glass of water. An easy trick is to alternate between a cocktail and a glass - or two! - of water while you are out for the night.
- Don't drink on an empty stomach: Having food in your stomach helps dilute the concentration of alcohol in your belly. Fill up on good-for-you foods with an emphasis on complex carbs.
- Be choosy with what you drink: Whenever possible, stay away from sugary and carbonated drinks, since they speed up the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream, and opt for choices that have a low alcohol content, like sake, soju, or low-cal vodka. Drink clear liquors over colored ones: darker alcohol like bourbon or red wine contain more congeners, a substance that help contribute to hangovers.
Too Late! What to Eat Once a Hangover Hits
If the old adage everything in moderation was tossed out the window, next-day food choices can be your saving grace. Even if a greasy breakfast sandwich is the only thing you're craving, make sure to eat; food helps break down the alcohol in your system. Once you've eaten, ward off a headache with some OTC ibuprofen (avoid pain relievers containing acetaminophen, like Tylenol, because they may cause liver damage), and don't skip that cup of coffee; aside from being a little pick-me-up, it's been shown to help ward off a hangover-induced headache. If you had a few drinks too many and are suffering from specific symptoms, here's which foods to reach for.
- Dehydration: You need to hydrate. Your throat and mouth are dry due to dehydration, which is caused by the diuretic properties of alcohol. Dehydration also affects your muscles, making them feel weak. Drink plenty of water, and replace lost electrolytes with a low-sugar electrolyte-replacement drink or coconut water.
- Upset stomach: Excessive alcohol irritates the lining of the stomach, causing nausea, digestive issues, or, in really bad cases, vomiting. Start with some Alka Seltzer, and eat bland and easily digested foods like bananas, saltine crackers, or broth.
- Irritability and fatigue: Because the liver gets backed up trying to metabolize the alcohol, you might be experiencing low blood sugar, which can result in you feeling irritable and moody. While most any food can help spike up sugar levels in the body, in small studies, fructose has been shown to speed up the body's ability to metabolize alcohol. Give yourself a tall glass of orange juice after a night of drinking, or press your hangover away with this fresh juice recipe.
The Best Exercise Remedies
Before you hit up that hour-long indoor cycling class, you may want to think twice. On its own, exercise is not an effective cure against a hangover, said Ruth C. Engs, RN, Ed.D., a professor at Indiana University who has done extensive research on the effects of drinking. While the endorphin rush can counteract the pain (albeit momentarily), the dehydration that comes along with an intense exercise session can worsen symptoms. Take into account how bad you're feeling, and if you can't bear to miss a workout, then opt for a light cardio session or restorative yoga class. But what your body probably needs right now is rest.
Alcohol does a number on sleep patterns; the pituitary gland becomes confused and releases the wrong amount of hormones that regulate sleep; the central nervous system also becomes overexcited, causing sensitivity to light, sound, and touch. All of the above means you do not get a good night of quality sleep. If your hangover is really bad, don't feel guilty for taking the day off to relax and get some shut-eye.
21 Things Dads Do Better Than Moms
There are countless studies that prove moms and dads play their own critical roles in a child's development, and basically, moms and dads both rock in their own ways. And while I totally agree, there are many things that my husband is better at than I am when it comes to parenting. And guess what? I don't feel like less of a woman (or mother) because of it. It's just the truth. There are so many reasons men make great daddies, so let's celebrate the things - let's face it - that dads just do better.
Every Single Sexy Style Jennifer Lopez Has Worn This Year
Jennifer Lopez has already set the style bar really high this year - and it's only November. The Shades of Blue actress and singer, who has been making jaws drop in Las Vegas with her killer residency show, is known for rocking revealing, barely there dresses on the red carpet, but this year she's incorporating a little more fabric and some serious color into her looks.
From the high neck of her marigold gown at the Golden Globe Awards to the bright blue midi dress she wore at the Winter TCA tour, we're totally hoping J Lo continues this colorful trend and keeps on surprising us with her daring fashion choices - and creative ways to show skin. Keep scrolling to see all of her best looks this year.
For New Year's Eve, All We Want to Wear Are Leggings (Obvi)
We're saying it: you can absolutely wear leggings to all your holiday dinners with friends and the in-laws. With cool styles like leather and suede, leggings aren't solely reserved for the gym anymore. In fact, we have the athleisure trend to thank for bringing these comfy bottoms back to all areas of our lives, even at work. And if you can wear leggings to the office, why not for the holidays?
They're warmer than tights, less constricting than jeans, and can be styled just like any pair of pants. Because of their versatility, stars like Olivia Palermo and Gigi Hadid are constantly rocking their leggings, making them look stylish enough for the streets. We've decoded a few of the model-approved outfits that center around the piece, so that you too can re-create the look.
6- and 7-Year-Olds Couldn't Solve This Math Test Question, and We're Not Surprised
The internet is having a field day figuring out what the real answer is to a simple math problem. A Twitter user named Louise Bloxham shared a math problem from a Year 2 (equivalent to the first grade in the US) workbook. The tweet and account are now gone but the problem asked, "There were some people on a train. 19 people get off the train at the first stop. 17 people get on the train. Now there are 63 people on the train. How many people were on the train to begin with?"
If you try solving it yourself, you'll probably get this setup: X - 19 + 17 = 63. All you have to do is solve for x, which gives you 65 as the answer:
@rachelrossiter @LouiseBloxham @MichaelRosenYes It is 65. x - 19 + 17 = 63
Therefore x -2 = 63 ...x = 65. Algebraic solution for a y2 Q.- Robyn Duckworth (@DuckworthRobyn) May 8, 2016
But if you look further into the comments, users start arguing that the answer is 46, not 65.
@teach_well @carveresque on a teacher's FB group a teacher said it was on the mark scheme as Being 46
- Louise Bloxham (@LouiseBloxham) May 8, 2016
Other commentators became philosophical and said that the math problem fails to factor in the train driver and inspector:
@PotMoss @MichaelRosenYes @LouiseBloxham Husband says "66, because we've forgotten train driver". But that doesn't factor in inspector...
- Mrs Davison (@Mrs_Dav_I_Son) May 8, 2016
The situation apparently became too much for one person, who said that everyone was "looking at it algebraically for proof purposes," when it was really just a simple equation.
@LouiseBloxham @MichaelRosenYes Question is perfectly fine. We are looking at it algebraically for proof purposes but it's simple add + sub.
- Olachi Akin (@ixXAkinXxi) May 9, 2016
Although the math question has stumped some parents and young children, the main concern here is not whether or not it can be solved, but if 6- and 7-year-olds should've been asked it. That answer to that question is simple: if there's this much debate about it with adults, then it's not suitable for children.
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When the temperatures drop, the holidays begin, and the department store windows get a festive update, all we want to do is dress the part. We shrug on our cozy sweaters and pile on our hats and gloves. The stars, on the other hand, have red carpets to walk. We're not saying we're not busy . . . it's just that, well, their agendas might call for a few more black-tie gowns than ours do. And, of course, we can't help but take inspiration from their glamorous looks.
Yes, this time of year, the shimmering necklines, beaded embroidery, and lace embellishments of designer dresses are what our dreams are made of. One scroll through the 38 party dresses ahead and you'll know just what to wear for your thrilling night out on the town. Here's to getting on your glitz and glam.
The Beer Brands to Reach For When You're Watching Your Weight
Sunny, warm weather wouldn't be the same without cooling off with an ice-cold beer. If grabbing a beer is your go-to beverage but you're trying to stick to a healthy diet, it's important to know the calorie counts of common brands. Check out this list of a few of the highest- and lowest-calorie beers so you can choose the one that's right for you.
High-Calorie Beers
- Samuel Adams Boston Lager: 180 calories
- Guinness Extra Stout: 176 calories
- Sierra Nevada Pale Ale: 176 calories
- Pete's Wicked Ale: 172 calories
- Anheuser-Busch Ice Pale Lager: 171 calories
- Harpoon IPA: 170 calories
- Heineken: 166 calories
- Long Trail: 163 calories
- Killian's Irish Red: 162 calories
- Molson Ice: 160 calories
Low-Calorie Beers
- Budweiser Select 55: 55 calories
- Beck's Premier Light: 63 calories
- Miller 64: 64 calories
- Amstel Light: 95 calories
- Anheuser-Busch Light Pale Lager: 95 calories
- Michelob Ultra: 95 calories
- Natural Light: 95 calories
- Miller Light: 96 calories
- Heineken Light: 99 calories
- Corona Light: 99 calories
If looking at all those calorie counts has inspired you to drink light beer, find out which light beer tastes the best here.
The Beer Brands to Reach For When You're Watching Your Weight
Sunny, warm weather wouldn't be the same without cooling off with an ice-cold beer. If grabbing a beer is your go-to beverage but you're trying to stick to a healthy diet, it's important to know the calorie counts of common brands. Check out this list of a few of the highest- and lowest-calorie beers so you can choose the one that's right for you.
High-Calorie Beers
- Samuel Adams Boston Lager: 180 calories
- Guinness Extra Stout: 176 calories
- Sierra Nevada Pale Ale: 176 calories
- Pete's Wicked Ale: 172 calories
- Anheuser-Busch Ice Pale Lager: 171 calories
- Harpoon IPA: 170 calories
- Heineken: 166 calories
- Long Trail: 163 calories
- Killian's Irish Red: 162 calories
- Molson Ice: 160 calories
Low-Calorie Beers
- Budweiser Select 55: 55 calories
- Beck's Premier Light: 63 calories
- Miller 64: 64 calories
- Amstel Light: 95 calories
- Anheuser-Busch Light Pale Lager: 95 calories
- Michelob Ultra: 95 calories
- Natural Light: 95 calories
- Miller Light: 96 calories
- Heineken Light: 99 calories
- Corona Light: 99 calories
If looking at all those calorie counts has inspired you to drink light beer, find out which light beer tastes the best here.
These Are the Best Celebrity Makeup Looks of 2016
This year was eclectic when it came to makeup looks. There were those who consistently went for the eye-catching bold and bright (Demi Lovato and Sofia Vergara wanted all the attention), while others stuck to three keywords: subtle, shimmery, and golden (Becky G, Selena Gomez, we're talking to ya). A fringe benefit of this all over the place range? The seemingly limitless amount of beauty inspiration you have to inspire your New Year's Eve and 2017 beauty looks. Scroll ahead to find our top eight celebrity makeup looks of the year and a few shopping links to buy everything you need to easily recreate them.
40+ Marvelous Make-Ahead Super Bowl Recipes
Whether you're hosting or attending to a potluck Super Bowl party this year, having a make-ahead recipe or two up your sleeve is a must. Sure, it might not be the big game without some of the day-of treats, like baked spinach-artichoke dip or buffalo chicken wings, but it makes all the difference if most of the menu can be ready to go when the game starts. (That is, unless you aren't parcticularly into the game and enjoy hiding away in the kitchen for much of it.) These 42 recipes fit the bill; many can be made ahead in their entirety and served at room temperature, while others need only a finishing touch or to be reheated at party time. Nearly all are delightfully decadent.
What Do the Royals Do For New Year's Eve?
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27 Images That Prove Kids Have the Dirtiest Minds Ever
Children are dirty, y'all. And I'm not even talking about how they eat, play, or just simply live their lives. Nope, their little minds are also so, so dirty - albeit totally unintentionally dirty. There's no better example than when your child proudly brings home a drawing or homework assignment laden with giant phallic-looking rockets or the word "Fart" written instead of favorite, and you struggle to stifle your laughter. And perhaps I'm the one with the dirty mind here, but here's proof at how hilariously filthy kids can really be.
10 Ways to Have More Gorgeous Skin in 2017
I always had an inkling that my skin is sensitive, but I didn't know until I knew. It started two years ago with a rash on my neck, caused by an allergy to nickel. Trust me: when you're wearing scarves in the middle of August to conceal a breakout, you can't be in denial.
As time progressed, my skin continue to flare up. Until one day, when I was red, dry, and itchy from my forehead to my shoulders, I decided it was time to take control of the situation. First: admit to myself I have very sensitive epidermis; then, revamp my skin care routine.
So, I embarked on a journey, meeting with dermatologists to detect my metal allergy and also discover my rosacea. This is a skin condition that appears in the form of redness and bumps, often caused by products, alcohol, heat, stress, and other triggers. Saying goodbye to some of my favorite cleansers, moisturizers, and makeup wasn't easy. Letting go of the jewelry was heartbreaking. But it made room for me to bring in new products that agreed with my skin and nickel-free baubles that would keep me rash-free.
There are a slew of gentle products from drugstore by brands like Cetaphil and Simple. And I love my organic labels, such as Tata Harper and Eminence. But there seemed to be a lack in the luxury market when it came to more minimal skin care. That's why it was pretty groundbreaking in October when Chanel announced the launch of its new moisturizer, La Solution 10 de Chanel Sensitive Skin Cream.
Chanel teamed up with top NYC dermatologist Dr. Amy Wechsler to create an alcohol-free, fragrance-free, and oil-free face lotion that contains only 10 ingredients. They are all listed on the bottle: water, vegetable squalane, soft powder, glycerin, silver needle tea extract (an antioxidant star of the lineup), shea butter extract, emollient, emulsifier, humectant, and preservative. The white cream comes out of the chic bottle as a butter but blends to feel as light as a serum. It's soothing and lovely - and I can't get enough of it!
After using it for months (we editors get a sneak peek of these top launches before they hits consumers), I had to meet the woman behind this genius product. So I booked a session with Dr. Wechsler at her NYC office. After, we sat and drank tea (fittingly), discussing the biggest mistakes people with sensitive skin often make. Whether you already have easily irritated epidermis or just want to take better care of yourself, keep reading to learn how to revamp your daily routine.
All of the Year's Most Viral Moments in 1 Fast-Paced Video
This past year had no shortage of memes, challenges, and other nonsensical internet moments. In case you've forgotten about many of them, however, YouTube just released its annual YouTube Rewind video. This year, the video is titled "The Ultimate 2016 Challenge" and recalls many of these hilarious moments, like the running man challenge, for example.
Other highlights include references to the rainbow bagel and, of course, "Damn, Daniel." As in previous years, the video also features a ton of appearances from vloggers, like Lilly Singh, and other celebrities, like James Corden.
Watch the video above and see how many people (and memes!) you can pick out.
Emma Watson Singing in Beauty and the Beast Is Just as Magical as You'd Expect
Here's your exclusive first listen of @EmmaWatson singing 'Something There' from Beauty and the Beast. #BeOurGuest http://pic.twitter.com/AWpcrDmELY
- Beauty and the Beast (@beourguest) December 31, 2016
We still have a few months left until Disney's live-action Beauty and the Beast hits theaters, but to tide us over until then, the movie's official Twitter account has released a short clip of Emma Watson singing the iconic song, "Something There." In the clip, Watson, who plays Belle, beautifully sings the lyrics, "New and a bit alarming / Who'd have ever thought that this could be? / True that he's no Prince Charming / But there's something in him that I simply didn't see." In addition to this clip, we've also gotten a full-length trailer and stunning official photos, all of which will definitely give you chills. Is it March 17 yet?
What Was Selena Gomez's Sexiest Moment of 2016? Take Our Poll!
You can't deny 2016 was Selena Gomez's sexiest year yet. The past 12 months have been so full of sexy, revealing outfits, hot magazine covers, and even stunning street style, it's hard for us to pick just one moment to highlight as Selena's hottest. That's why we're recruiting you.
Did Selena's American Music Awards dress make your heart race? Or are you a bigger fan of her backless Calvin Klein Grammys gown? Did you prefer her GQ beachy spread or are you partial to her Marie Claire glam shoot? Cast your vote below!
These Stars Gave "Free the Nipple" a Whole New Meaning in 2016 - and That's a Good Thing
This year was less about "freeing" the nipple and more about just showing one if you wanted to. While stars like Miley Cyrus and Ireland Baldwin pushed for the cause in 2015, stripping down to promote the acceptance of nudity on social media, this year we saw a new direction. Women who have always felt comfortable in their bodies (think Kim Kardashian, Emily Ratajkowski, and Kendall Jenner) addressed their general willingness to flash skin. "We are more than just our bodies, but that doesn't mean we have to be shamed for them or our sexuality," Emily wrote on Instagram.
Meanwhile, Kendall Jenner penned a blog post on her site about why it's not a "big deal" that she ditches a bra to show off her nipple ring. Others, like Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid, sparked a bit of controversy after accidental nip slips at Wimbledon and on the runway, respectively. Even so, they came out confident and strong, brushing off the incidents like they were NBD. Read on for a list of ladies who said, "So what? You saw my nipple," in 2016.
Experts Agree This Is the Best Breakfast For Weight Loss
If you're looking to lose weight, it's time to skip the cold cereal and start enjoying a comforting bowl of oatmeal in the morning.
It's backed by science: A small study found that those who ate oatmeal daily for six weeks had a greater decrease in cholesterol levels and waist size than those who ate the same amount of carbs in noodles over the same time period. It's proof that you can have your carbs and eat them, too!
It keeps you satisfied: There's no need to reach for an unhealthy convenience snack in the morning when you've got oatmeal on your side; it offers the calories and fiber you need to stay satisfied all morning long. Unlike sugary breakfast cereals full of refined carbs, the body digests oatmeal at a slower pace, keeping blood sugar levels steady, energy up, and hunger away.
It helps you time carbs right: When it comes to weight loss, celebrity trainers Bob Harper and Gunnar Peterson agree: you should eat carbs for breakfast. According to Manhattan-based nutritionist and registered dietitian Shira Lenchewski, "[carbs] are burned more efficiently in the morning than at night," so they don't go unused and get stored as fat in the body. Shira also recommends that the largest meal (higher in carbohydrates) be breakfast.
It's quick to come together: Rolled oats take well under 10 minutes from prep to bowl. It might be a little more time than that instant packet you're used too, but these varieties don't come with any added sugars often found in those flavored packets. Or there's always the option to go with overnight oats that require just a little prep the night before and are ready to eat from the fridge the next morning.
The possibilities are endless: This warming breakfast should never feel boring or blah. Liven up your oatmeal bowl with these healthy combinations that keep your meal feeling fresh, filling, and satisfying to your taste buds, too.
Experts Agree This Is the Best Breakfast For Weight Loss
If you're looking to lose weight, it's time to skip the cold cereal and start enjoying a comforting bowl of oatmeal in the morning.
It's backed by science: A small study found that those who ate oatmeal daily for six weeks had a greater decrease in cholesterol levels and waist size than those who ate the same amount of carbs in noodles over the same time period. It's proof that you can have your carbs and eat them, too!
It keeps you satisfied: There's no need to reach for an unhealthy convenience snack in the morning when you've got oatmeal on your side; it offers the calories and fiber you need to stay satisfied all morning long. Unlike sugary breakfast cereals full of refined carbs, the body digests oatmeal at a slower pace, keeping blood sugar levels steady, energy up, and hunger away.
It helps you time carbs right: When it comes to weight loss, celebrity trainers Bob Harper and Gunnar Peterson agree: you should eat carbs for breakfast. According to Manhattan-based nutritionist and registered dietitian Shira Lenchewski, "[carbs] are burned more efficiently in the morning than at night," so they don't go unused and get stored as fat in the body. Shira also recommends that the largest meal (higher in carbohydrates) be breakfast.
It's quick to come together: Rolled oats take well under 10 minutes from prep to bowl. It might be a little more time than that instant packet you're used too, but these varieties don't come with any added sugars often found in those flavored packets. Or there's always the option to go with overnight oats that require just a little prep the night before and are ready to eat from the fridge the next morning.
The possibilities are endless: This warming breakfast should never feel boring or blah. Liven up your oatmeal bowl with these healthy combinations that keep your meal feeling fresh, filling, and satisfying to your taste buds, too.
These Portraits of People After 1, 2, and 3 Drinks Will Be the Best Thing You Witness Today
Every photo tells a story and for Marcos Alberti's project "3 Glasses Later," it's how people reacted in front of the camera after drinking three glasses of wine.
"There is a saying about wine that I really like and it's something like this," he said. "'The first glass of wine is all about the food, the second glass is about love, and the third glass is about mayhem.' I really wanted to see it for myself if that affirmation was in fact true."
Marcos kicked off the photo series by inviting his friends over to drink and mingle after a long work day. The photographer would snap an initial photo of his sober guests, followed by a photo after every drink.
"Nothing fancy, a face and a wall, 3 times," he said.
Through this amazing idea, Marcos was able to create stunning portraits of each of his guests in their different stages of alcohol consumption. Almost everyone had the same expressions in their first photos, but you can really see each person's joie de vivre by their second or third drink. These snaps will remind you that sometimes you just have to slow down, have a glass of wine (or two), and surround yourself with good company. Read on to see all of his work in the series, then pop open your own bottle of wine.
You'll Want to Actually DIY This Stunning Holiday Makeup Tutorial ASAP
Makeup tutorials are fun and sometimes even soothing to watch, but many seem way too complicated and over the top to wear in real life. Luckily, YouTube Beauty Vlogger, NikkieTutorials released a glamorous tutorial in time for the holidays that is both wearable and easy to apply yourself.
The standout part of this festive look is the eye makeup, which features gold liquid eyeliner layered on top of warm, brown eye shadow. Nikkie uses the popular Pat McGrath Labs Metalmorphosis 005 Everything Kit as the metallic, gold-winged eyeliner, which makes her eyes really stand out. If you're not ready to splurge on the Pat McGrath kit, try a drugstore option like the NYX Studio Liquid Eyeliner in Extreme Gold ($5).
Watch the video above to find out how you can easily achieve the look at home.
Prince George and Princess Charlotte's Best Pictures From 2016
Prince George and Princess Charlotte are growing up right before our eyes. Just in this year alone, the two have already had some pretty big milestones. Not only did George attend his first day of preschool, but Charlotte also celebrated her first birthday and embarked on her first royal tour. As the royal family continues to release more and more pictures of the siblings, we decided to put all of their best moments from 2016 in one easy place. If that's not enough cuteness for you, be sure to check out Kate Middleton's sweetest mom moments and Prince William's best outings with his kids.
How to Build a Home That Boosts Self-Esteem
They say charity begins at home, but so do a slew of other qualities: compassion, chivalry, and, most importantly, confidence. Between bullies and the overly critical media, kids seem to have lower self-esteem than ever before. And while we can't control what happens in school or what's written in magazines (though we wish we could), we do have control over one aspect of our children's lives: their home. By making a few changes, you can create a safe space that boosts your children's self-esteem and (hopefully) teaches them to help others who may be a bit down on themselves.
Todd Fisher Says Mom Debbie Reynolds "Didn't Die of a Broken Heart"
Todd Fisher Speaks on the Death of Mother, SisterTONIGHT ON ABC 20/20: Todd Fisher on the death of his mother Debbie Reynolds a day after his sister Carrie Fisher passed away: "She then said that she really wanted to be with Carrie in those precise words....and within 30 minutes she technically was gone." http://abcn.ws/2iyEOzQ
Posted by ABC News on Friday, December 30, 2016
Todd Fisher is currently dealing with the heartbreak of losing his sister, Carrie Fisher, and mom, Debbie Reynolds, within one day of each other earlier this week. While celebrities, former costars, and fans have been offering their support in a number of ways, Todd opened up about how he's coping in an interview with 20/20 on Friday. Todd, who also recently shared a beautiful drawing of Carrie and Debbie reuniting in Heaven, talked with Elizabeth Vargas about the legacy the two women leave behind. See his most beautiful and heartbreaking quotes below.
- "From the family's perspective, this is Debbie's destiny. She didn't want to leave Carrie and did not want to her to be alone. My mother had said, 'I don't want to attend my daughter's funeral.' [While planning Carrie's funeral], she said she wanted to be with Carrie."
- "[Debbie] didn't die of a broken heart. She just left to be with Carrie...Carrie was a force of nature in her own right, you know. It took another force of nature to bridle and work with that and she was great with her."
- "It wasn't that [Debbie] was sitting around inconsolable - not at all. She simply said that she didn't get to see Carrie come back from London. She expressed how much she loved my sister. She then said she really wanted to be with Carrie. In those precise words, and within 15 minutes from that conversation, she faded out. Within 30 minutes, she technically was gone. She started to have a stroke, and she just effectively went to sleep and didn't wake up. She closed her eyes, peacefully like you're going to sleep, and she literally went to sleep and left. My mother, if anybody, had somehow a way to do that, and I watched it happen in front of my face. I was on her bed with her, and I watched her leave and go to Carrie. God said, 'Get up here, and give us a hand.'"
- Todd said that Carrie "was at the top of her game" earlier this month while promoting her new projects, including her new memoir, The Princess Diarist, in England. "She was excited about Christmas. Her favorite thing to do was give out gifts. She always had the most amazing things for everybody."
- "We thought we might be able to save [Carrie] - that was in play for a little while. [It was] not a sure thing, by any means, but [Debbie] felt she had already left the building, so to speak."
- Todd revealed that the mother and daughter will be laid to rest next to each other. "It's horrible, it's beautiful, it's magical. They're together."
The Secret to Mastering Airport Style Lies in These 7 Items
You think you know what to wear to the airport, until it's the night before your flight and you're trying to put together an outfit that's cozy and cool. The balance is hard to master which is why we're constantly looking to stars who have effortlessly done it (Victoria Beckham) or bloggers who are an endless source of outfit inspo. But, we think we've finally solved the puzzle to what makes a great airport look and it all starts with a little shopping.
To be specific, you only really need seven basic pieces for the best airport ensembles ever. And, you likely have many of the items already, like a cushy sneaker or soft hoodie. The list below is your travel style starter kit, so scroll on to see what items you need in your weekender bag STAT.
Google's Year in Search Video Will Give You Hope For 2017
Get the tissues ready - Google's done it again. The company released its annual year-in-search video that recaps some of the year in two minutes.
This year's video starts off with different tragedies that occurred this year from the Nice attacks to the Orlando shooting to the crisis in Aleppo. It then switches over to moments where people around the world came together to help one another and, most importantly, to remind each other there is love in the world.
Watch the video for yourself above - it'll definitely give you hope for 2017 and what's to come.
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