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.
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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 1 mai 2017
Wait, Shattered Glass Eyeliner Is Now a Thing!
Shattered glass nail art, meet your sister: shattered glass eye makeup. While doing research for this holographic eyeliner trend report, I stumbled upon these mesmerizing iterations that take the tinsel style one notch up. And it's actually pretty flattering since the opalescent paper brightens up the eye area. You can either do it all over the lid (like shadow) or on the edges (similar to an eyeliner wing).
Re-creating it at home is easier than you might think. Simply do your regular bold eye makeup, then cut up pieces of holographic paper. Perhaps it comes from last year's holiday decor and wrapping paper. Make them into little "shards," which you will then adhere to your skin with eyelash glue. Done!
Keep reading to see how women are interpreting this trend on Instagram!
Fair Warning: This Behind-the-Scenes Peek at Fifty Shades Darker Is Sexy as Hell
Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele's relationship has been built on a foundation of sexual tension, but you may have noticed a dramatic difference from their tension between Fifty Shades of Grey and Fifty Shades Darker. Not only were actors Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson more comfortable being vulnerable with each other, but director James Foley also worked overtime to make sure that the sex scenes each had a significant story behind them. We have an exclusive look behind the scenes of the film, and fair warning: it's sexy. Take a look, and prep yourself for Fifty Shades Freed.
Fifty Shades Darker is now available on Digital HD and will be available on Blu-ray and DVD May 9!
14 Celebrity Power Couples Who Ruled the Met Gala Red Carpet 10 Years Ago
There's a lot to love about the Met Gala. On top of the eye-popping high-fashion looks and the event being the ultimate spot for a girls' night out among Hollywood's A-list, it's also the perfect place for celebrity couples to flaunt their relationships. While 2016's fete drew couples like Kim Kardashian and Kanye West and Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik, the Met Gala's red carpet looked way, way different 10 years ago. From Christina Ricci and Chris Evans (we totally forgot they even dated, to be honest) to longtime couple Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, join us on a nostalgic little trip down memory lane.
Get Ready For This Year's Met Gala by Looking Back at the Best Moments From 2016
Last year's Costume Institute Gala took place in NYC on May 2, and the event's theme - Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology - inspired lots of creative and interesting looks while also bringing out many of Hollywood's hottest and most stylish stars. From Beyoncé's solo outing and the pregnant beauties on the red carpet to the bevy of hot guys and crop of cute couples that hit the scene, it was definitely an evening to remember. Keep reading for 69 of the most stunning photos you need to see from the night, then check out the funniest Met Gala memes.
16 Fun Food Facts You Didn't Know About Chip and Joanna Gaines
Chip and Joanna Gaines have a clear passion for interior design and renovations, but they also happen to be huge foodies. Whether Joanna is whipping up a homemade pie in the kitchen or Chip is getting up early to make breakfast for the family, the Gaines household not only looks beautiful but also probably smells delicious. If you're already fans of the Fixer Upper stars and Magnolia Journal authors, read ahead for 16 fun facts you might not know about the HGTV couple. But be warned, they might make you hungry.
14 Celebrity Power Couples Who Ruled the Met Gala Red Carpet 10 Years Ago
There's a lot to love about the Met Gala. On top of the eye-popping high-fashion looks and the event being the ultimate spot for a girls' night out among Hollywood's A-list, it's also the perfect place for celebrity couples to flaunt their relationships. While 2016's fete drew couples like Kim Kardashian and Kanye West and Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik, the Met Gala's red carpet looked way, way different 10 years ago. From Christina Ricci and Chris Evans (we totally forgot they even dated, to be honest) to longtime couple Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, join us on a nostalgic little trip down memory lane.
Fair Warning: This Behind-the-Scenes Peek at Fifty Shades Darker Is Sexy as Hell
Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele's relationship has been built on a foundation of sexual tension, but you may have noticed a dramatic difference from their tension between Fifty Shades of Grey and Fifty Shades Darker. Not only were actors Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson more comfortable being vulnerable with each other, but director James Foley also worked overtime to make sure that the sex scenes each had a significant story behind them. We have an exclusive look behind the scenes of the film, and fair warning: it's sexy. Take a look, and prep yourself for Fifty Shades Freed.
Fifty Shades Darker is now available on Digital HD and will be available on Blu-ray and DVD May 9!
Grey's Anatomy: Every Reason We Have to Believe Cristina Will Return
How has Grey's Anatomy managed to survive without badass cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Cristina Yang for the last three seasons? Well, the popular medical drama has devoted quite some time to exploring Meredith's often precarious yet devoted sisterly bonds to Maggie and Amelia. As much as we love this new dynamic, there's no one quite like Mer's unapologetic soul sister - or "person," as Mer puts it. From the pilot episode to Cristina's departure in season 10, Meredith and Cristina grow together, rising through the ranks from clueless interns to fearless attendings as they support each other through the worst of times. And we really do mean the worst of times: shootings, plane crashes, you name it.
Last Summer, Sandra Oh, the talented actress behind Cristina, sparked some hope in Grey's fans. She tweeted a picture with her Grey's Anatomy ex-husband Kevin McKidd, who plays trauma surgeon Dr. Owen Hunt, and former Grey's Anatomy screenwriter Tony Phelan.
Hangin w/ the Usual Suspects @TonyTphelan & @TheRealKMcKidd last nite http://pic.twitter.com/ga0HPvB5hZ
- Sandra Oh (@IamSandraOh) June 10, 2016
Was it a merely a benign gathering of old chums, or were they discussing some Grey's business? It's most likely the former, but no one ever really knows when it comes to Shondaland. After all, the show has featured cameos from past main cast actors, like Kate Walsh and Isaiah Washington. On the matter of Cristina's return, McKidd casually commented in a recent interview that he'd "love it if she came back," and that he thinks "she might eventually for fun, for maybe a couple of episodes."
With Amelia and Owen's marriage on the rocks in season 13, some of us are speculating that Oh may return to add a plot twist or some unprecedented drama. Cristina is killing it in her career right now in Switzerland, and we couldn't be happier for her . . . but we wouldn't necessarily object to her return.
While promoting her new comedy film Catfight on Access Hollywood Live, Oh said that she doesn't think she'll come back to Grey's Anatomy, but gave a more evasive and uncertain answer about the possibility of returning for the series finale. Hinting that she had previously talked to showrunner Shonda Rhimes about it, Oh said: "I just don't know. It would just have to feel right." That's not a no!
We don't definitively know whether or not Cristina will be coming back, but if Oh does come back, it'll likely be a cameo or guest star appearance rather than a recurring role. If you miss seeing Oh on prime-time television, she'll be guest starring as a social worker in a three-episode story arc in the ABC series American Crime. For now, we'll just be rewatching throwback Grey's episodes and crying over this brilliant character brought to life by Oh's tour-de-force performance.
16 Fun Food Facts You Didn't Know About Chip and Joanna Gaines
Chip and Joanna Gaines have a clear passion for interior design and renovations, but they also happen to be huge foodies. Whether Joanna is whipping up a homemade pie in the kitchen or Chip is getting up early to make breakfast for the family, the Gaines household not only looks beautiful but also probably smells delicious. If you're already fans of the Fixer Upper stars and Magnolia Journal authors, read ahead for 16 fun facts you might not know about the HGTV couple. But be warned, they might make you hungry.
Get Ready For This Year's Met Gala by Looking Back at the Best Moments From 2016
Last year's Costume Institute Gala took place in NYC on May 2, and the event's theme - Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology - inspired lots of creative and interesting looks while also bringing out many of Hollywood's hottest and most stylish stars. From Beyoncé's solo outing and the pregnant beauties on the red carpet to the bevy of hot guys and crop of cute couples that hit the scene, it was definitely an evening to remember. Keep reading for 69 of the most stunning photos you need to see from the night, then check out the funniest Met Gala memes.
See 100+ Insanely Gorgeous Looks From Met Galas Past
There is quite possibly no bigger (or more extravagant) fashion event than the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala. Each year, the best and brightest of the industry come together to celebrate the museum's exhibit (it's even referred to as the Oscars of the East Coast) - and celebrities, models, and designers bring their sartorial A-game to the corresponding red carpet. This year's event is fast approaching, and we'll be covering all the glamour right here - but to get us in the mood, we're taking a look back at the most memorable Met Gala looks over the years. From Kate Moss's metallic Marc Jacobs frock to Sarah Jessica Parker's tartan Alexander McQueen getup and Beyoncé's feathered Givenchy gown, click through now to see 100+ gorgeous gowns from parties past.
McDonald's Unveils the Frork: A "Uselessly Useful" New French Fry Utensil
Don't you just hate it when you're taking a big bite of your juicy McDonald's sandwich only to have the ingredients fall out on your plate? We know, it's the worst. But these incredibly infuriating first-world problems will soon be a thing of the past thanks to McDonald's new utensil - the Frork. McDonald's introduced the new french fry fork in a hilarious infomercial, calling it the "uselessly useful" utensil that ensures no ingredient is left behind.
The Frork was created to accompany McDonald's new Signature Crafted Recipe Sandwiches and scoop every last bite of the Pico Guacamole, Sweet BBQ Bacon, and Maple Bacon Dijon sandwiches. "When savoring these recipes, there's a hitch you just can't ditch: the topping dropping," Anthony Sullivan says in the video, with his usual convincing nature. "This is a real problem. Wait, sorry, is this a real problem? Probably not, but good news: we solved it anyway."
We are so in. The Frork is available in participating locations on May 5, for one day only, and will come with your purchase of any Signature Crafted Recipe sandwich, while supplies last. Because this wouldn't be an infomercial without a toll-free number, call 1-844-McD-FRORK to find out where to get your Frork (or you could just go to McDonalds.com). Happy Frorking!
Mom's Message to the Woman Who Hated Her Pregnancy Announcement
To any girl who hated Amber Stone Williams' social media pregnancy announcement, there's something this expecting mom needs you to know: She understands the pain that it may have caused and is extremely sorry for it.
"I get it. I know the feeling. That gut-wrenching, hard to breathe feeling," she wrote on Facebook. "Because I was that girl."
Amber explained that she was once that person left crushed when she saw yet another pregnancy announcement while scrolling through her newsfeed. "The girl that felt sick to her stomach because it wasn't me doing the announcing. The girl that was so angry that you didn't even have to try... It was an 'accident,'" she wrote. "The girl that would cry behind closed doors because my heart was so broken that my body wouldn't produce a miracle like yours would."
For any woman that who was triggered into an "emotional hot mess" from Amber's pregnancy announcement, this expecting mom believes it's important for her to acknowledge your pain and apologize for her part in it. "I know your heart is breaking into a million pieces all the while you are digging way down deep to express just an ounce of joy for the parents-to-be," she wrote. "I know the ugly jealous feeling all too well. The kind of feeling that makes you feel like you're back in high school, and it isn't a feeling you are proud of."
Amber has been through a difficult time in her life that was ugly, heartbreaking, full of hope, and ended in despair. But through the hardships, she learned to have faith and patience because having a baby is no small feat that should be taken for granted. "Let's be real: conceiving is an absolute M-I-R-A-C-L-E," she wrote. "But in my waiting, my eyes have been opened. They have seen the devastation and the depression that takes place while you wait. The unexplainable sadness that completely overwhelms every inch of your body."
For those who are still struggling, this is what Amber needs you to know:
I see you over there holding that sweet baby in the nursery longing and dreaming of the day you hold your own. I see you crying at baby dedication when the pastor talks about how big of a blessing children are. I see you cringe when you get asked once again when you're going to have a baby and you just want to punch them in the face and cry all at the same time. I see you avoiding your pregnant friend like the plague because it's just too hard...
I have seen the other side, and I get it … But I've seen just how therapeutic it is to have someone who just cares. I mean truly cares. Someone that will take just a minute out of their day to check in with you and won't accept "doing good" for an answer because we all know that's a lie. Someone that will drag you out of the house for some coffee, and depending on the day, will either sit there in the silence or will let you pour your heart out, and they won't tell a soul.
So, this is for the girl who got another negative pregnancy test this morning… to the girl who has no idea why this is so hard for her… to the girl whose heart is so bitter… to the girl who has lost a child due to miscarriage or heartbreaking circumstance… to the girl whose adoption process has failed once again… to the girl who has one child but can't seem to get pregnant again… I love you. I am so sorry you are going through this, and I know it's just not fair…. Don't miss what could be the greatest journey of your life because it isn't exactly what you pictured. Don't let the bitterness and jealousy flood your veins distracting you …
[It took] 476 days of infertility.
Thousands of dollars in medical bills.
11 months of Clomid.
Injection after injection.
Prescription after prescription.
Ultrasound after ultrasound.
Hundreds of needle pricks.
5 IUIs.
Months of failed treatments.
And 2 pink lines to remind me how faithful my God is in the midst of it all and that it was worth every single second.
House of Cards Season 5: This Trailer Is So Intense You Might Need a Stress Ball
No matter how you feel about the current state of politics, perhaps we can all at least be happy that Frank Underwood isn't the president. Because they are evil geniuses, Netflix dropped the teaser for House of Cards season five on Inauguration Day, and now there's a new, full trailer. Frank and Claire appeared to be a team united . . . and Frank is eyeing staying in the White House all the way through 2036. Frank also coins the single greatest catchphrase in political history: "One Nation, Underwood." This is at least enough of a peek to hold us over until the premiere on May 30!
McDonald's Unveils the Frork: A "Uselessly Useful" New French Fry Utensil
Don't you just hate it when you're taking a big bite of your juicy McDonald's sandwich only to have the ingredients fall out on your plate? We know, it's the worst. But these incredibly infuriating first-world problems will soon be a thing of the past thanks to McDonald's new utensil - the Frork. McDonald's introduced the new french fry fork in a hilarious infomercial, calling it the "uselessly useful" utensil that ensures no ingredient is left behind.
The Frork was created to accompany McDonald's new Signature Crafted Recipe Sandwiches and scoop every last bite of the Pico Guacamole, Sweet BBQ Bacon, and Maple Bacon Dijon sandwiches. "When savoring these recipes, there's a hitch you just can't ditch: the topping dropping," Anthony Sullivan says in the video, with his usual convincing nature. "This is a real problem. Wait, sorry, is this a real problem? Probably not, but good news: we solved it anyway."
We are so in. The Frork is available in participating locations on May 5, for one day only, and will come with your purchase of any Signature Crafted Recipe sandwich, while supplies last. Because this wouldn't be an infomercial without a toll-free number, call 1-844-McD-FRORK to find out where to get your Frork (or you could just go to McDonalds.com). Happy Frorking!
Jennifer Lopez Gives Us Serious Chill Vibes While on a Date With Alex Rodriguez
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez have reached maximum comfort level. The 47-year-old singer, actress, and World of Dance judge was out with her new boyfriend in New York City just a few days after her stunning and glamorous appearance at the Billboard Latin Music Awards in Miami. But in contrast to her gravity-defying sexy look on the red carpet, J Lo was looking super chill, dressed for a low-key date night.
Wearing her hair curly (like her character on Shades of Blue), cute slacks, and an oversize cardigan, J Lo was ready for a cozy night - and perhaps was taking a break ahead of the Met Gala. Keep scrolling to see more photos of the couple's outing.
Mom's Message to the Woman Who Hated Her Pregnancy Announcement
To any girl who hated Amber Stone Williams' social media pregnancy announcement, there's something this expecting mom needs you to know: She understands the pain that it may have caused and is extremely sorry for it.
"I get it. I know the feeling. That gut-wrenching, hard to breathe feeling," she wrote on Facebook. "Because I was that girl."
Amber explained that she was once that person left crushed when she saw yet another pregnancy announcement while scrolling through her newsfeed. "The girl that felt sick to her stomach because it wasn't me doing the announcing. The girl that was so angry that you didn't even have to try... It was an 'accident,'" she wrote. "The girl that would cry behind closed doors because my heart was so broken that my body wouldn't produce a miracle like yours would."
For any woman that who was triggered into an "emotional hot mess" from Amber's pregnancy announcement, this expecting mom believes it's important for her to acknowledge your pain and apologize for her part in it. "I know your heart is breaking into a million pieces all the while you are digging way down deep to express just an ounce of joy for the parents-to-be," she wrote. "I know the ugly jealous feeling all too well. The kind of feeling that makes you feel like you're back in high school, and it isn't a feeling you are proud of."
Amber has been through a difficult time in her life that was ugly, heartbreaking, full of hope, and ended in despair. But through the hardships, she learned to have faith and patience because having a baby is no small feat that should be taken for granted. "Let's be real: conceiving is an absolute M-I-R-A-C-L-E," she wrote. "But in my waiting, my eyes have been opened. They have seen the devastation and the depression that takes place while you wait. The unexplainable sadness that completely overwhelms every inch of your body."
For those who are still struggling, this is what Amber needs you to know:
I see you over there holding that sweet baby in the nursery longing and dreaming of the day you hold your own. I see you crying at baby dedication when the pastor talks about how big of a blessing children are. I see you cringe when you get asked once again when you're going to have a baby and you just want to punch them in the face and cry all at the same time. I see you avoiding your pregnant friend like the plague because it's just too hard...
I have seen the other side, and I get it … But I've seen just how therapeutic it is to have someone who just cares. I mean truly cares. Someone that will take just a minute out of their day to check in with you and won't accept "doing good" for an answer because we all know that's a lie. Someone that will drag you out of the house for some coffee, and depending on the day, will either sit there in the silence or will let you pour your heart out, and they won't tell a soul.
So, this is for the girl who got another negative pregnancy test this morning… to the girl who has no idea why this is so hard for her… to the girl whose heart is so bitter… to the girl who has lost a child due to miscarriage or heartbreaking circumstance… to the girl whose adoption process has failed once again… to the girl who has one child but can't seem to get pregnant again… I love you. I am so sorry you are going through this, and I know it's just not fair…. Don't miss what could be the greatest journey of your life because it isn't exactly what you pictured. Don't let the bitterness and jealousy flood your veins distracting you …
[It took] 476 days of infertility.
Thousands of dollars in medical bills.
11 months of Clomid.
Injection after injection.
Prescription after prescription.
Ultrasound after ultrasound.
Hundreds of needle pricks.
5 IUIs.
Months of failed treatments.
And 2 pink lines to remind me how faithful my God is in the midst of it all and that it was worth every single second.
House of Cards Season 5: This Trailer Is So Intense You Might Need a Stress Ball
No matter how you feel about the current state of politics, perhaps we can all at least be happy that Frank Underwood isn't the president. Because they are evil geniuses, Netflix dropped the teaser for House of Cards season five on Inauguration Day, and now there's a new, full trailer. Frank and Claire appeared to be a team united . . . and Frank is eying staying in the White House all the way through 2036. Frank also coins the single greatest catchphrase in political history: "One Nation, Underwood." This is at least enough of a peek to hold us over until the premiere on May 30!
Jennifer Lopez Gives Us Serious Chill Vibes While on a Date With Alex Rodriguez
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez have reached maximum comfort level. The 47-year-old singer, actress, and World of Dance judge was out with her new boyfriend in New York City just a few days after her stunning and glamorous appearance at the Billboard Latin Music Awards in Miami. But in contrast to her gravity-defying sexy look on the red carpet, J Lo was looking super chill, dressed for a low-key date night.
Wearing her hair curly (like her character on Shades of Blue), cute slacks, and an oversize cardigan, J Lo was ready for a cozy night - and perhaps was taking a break ahead of the Met Gala. Keep scrolling to see more photos of the couple's outing.
Yowza! Tom and Gisele's Hottest Met Gala Moments
When it comes to scorching-hot PDA, it seems like Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady save their best moments for the Met Gala. Each year that the superstar couple attends the event, they make sure to cuddle, kiss, and even grab each other's butts while on the red carpet. We've seen some pretty hot and heavy action between Tom and Gisele on over the years, and can hopefully look forward to more moments when they attend the event on Monday night.
Why 1 Woman Thinks You Should Bring Your Baby to Work - Every Day
Bring Your Kids to Work Day typically comes just once a year, but one chief executive believes working parents should bring their babies to work every day - at least until the babies learn to crawl. In a piece for The New York Times, Sarita James makes a case for toting your infant to work with you, using her own experiences of bringing her third baby, Uma, into her office each day.
It started as an experiment as James prepared to return to work after giving birth to Uma, and she figured, "I was already wearing her in a hands-free sling. She slept more than 15 hours per day, and I knew that, despite my best efforts, much of that sleep would continue to be during the day rather than at night." The results of that experiment were surprisingly delightful. While Uma occasionally distracted James's co-workers, the overwhelming response was positive, and James found that the baby's presence actually fostered a certain calm and joy within the office. Uma even seemed to help in meetings and outside events:
I grew confident bringing Uma along to client and investor meetings as well as to evening networking events - get-togethers that I would have declined when my boys were babies but thought of in wistful moments after putting them to bed. Uma seemed to help everyone forget their own agendas and insecurities and form deeper connections. When I remembered hearing that programs exist to bring babies to schools to teach empathy, it made perfect sense to me.
What's more, James believes Uma herself was happier to be hanging out with her mom in the sling all day. Of course, this is all coming from a chief executive - not someone who has upper management breathing down her neck (or sling). Still, James thinks babies in the workplace could be beneficial for many working parents, and clearly the founders of Parenting in the Workplace Institute firmly agree. The institute encourages and supports parents who want to bring their babies to work with them, and it touts major benefits from doing so, including boosts in employee satisfaction and retention and even increased revenues for parents working with retail customers.
What do you think? Is it OK to bring a baby to work every day, or is the distraction simply too much?
This Palm Springs Hotel Looks Like a Rainbow Exploded on It, and We're Obsessed
If you want to take a Summer vacation you'll remember forever, you better book your room at The Saguaro ASAP. This colorful hotel in Palm Springs, CA, is our latest obsession and for good reason. Not only does the pool host parties all Summer long, but the food, drinks, and spa treatments are affordable too. Did we mention that there's rooms available for as little as $143 a night?
The hotel will provide you with Cruiser bikes you can ride around Palm Springs in case you want to explore. It also has some great deals during Taco Tuesday. Margaritas anyone? If chilling out is more your thing, the hotel also hooks you up with morning yoga classes on the lawn. Basically it's hard not to freak out over how cool (and affordable) this hotel is. Check out all the vibrant, cheerful pictures!
Yowza! Tom and Gisele's Hottest Met Gala Moments
When it comes to scorching-hot PDA, it seems like Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady save their best moments for the Met Gala. Each year that the superstar couple attends the event, they make sure to cuddle, kiss, and even grab each other's butts while on the red carpet. We've seen some pretty hot and heavy action between Tom and Gisele on over the years, and can hopefully look forward to more moments when they attend the event on Monday night.
Sarah Paulson and Holland Taylor, Adorable Humans, Hold Hands in NYC
It doesn't take much for Sarah Paulson and Holland Taylor to be adorable. While taking a leisurely stroll through NYC on Sunday, the couple looked more in love than ever as they held hands and giggled with each other. The 42-year-old American Horror Story actress began dating Holland, 74, at the end of 2015, and they've been going strong ever since. The latter recently opened up about Sarah, saying their relationship made her "the luckiest person in the world" and that they share a "wonderful love." If every couple was even half as cute as they are, the world would be a much better place, don't you think?
55+ Memes You'll Only Relate to If You're Latinx
While people love to generalize and assume all Latinx dress, act, eat, and talk the same, we all know that's not true. But we also can't deny that there are customs that tie us together, and those are the ones that when spotted in meme form, you immediately share.
Those humorous moments (i.e., the fact that Vicks VapoRub reigns supreme in most households) are the ones you want to spread like wildfire while you giggle, even tapping the people next to you IRL and showing them your phone for a good laugh. We've rounded more than 50 of those memes here - get ready to flood your friends' feeds.
- Additional reporting by Alessandra Foresto
Sarah Paulson and Holland Taylor, Adorable Humans, Hold Hands in NYC
It doesn't take much for Sarah Paulson and Holland Taylor to be adorable. While taking a leisurely stroll through NYC on Sunday, the couple looked more in love than ever as they held hands and giggled with each other. The 42-year-old American Horror Story actress began dating Holland, 74, at the end of 2015, and they've been going strong ever since. The latter recently opened up about Sarah, saying their relationship made her "the luckiest person in the world" and that they share a "wonderful love." If every couple was even half as cute as they are, the world would be a much better place, don't you think?
Ahead of the Met Gala, Here's What You Need to Know About Comme des Garcons
Eccentric, wild, intense - these are just some of the words associated with Rei Kawakubo's fashion label Comme des Garcons. The Japanese designer is known for her avant-garde creations, which will be the focus of this year's Met Gala theme (it's in a few days). If you're not familiar with Comme des Garcons, the name is French for "like boys," and is based in Tokyo as well as the Place Vendome in Paris.
Once you see a Comme des Garcons creation on the runway, you'll never forget it. Characterized by voluminous proportions and shapes, the looks make you second guess everything you knew about fashion. The designs are always over the top, thought provoking, and an extension of Rei's artistry not found anywhere else. While these pieces aren't actually wearable IRL, you'll find her everyday items just as cool. Including the easily recognizable heart eye logo, designed by Polish artist Filip Pagowski, from her Play line. Check out Rei's most memorable Comme des Garcons looks while you wait for some jaw-dropping designs come Monday.
55+ Memes You'll Only Relate to If You're Latinx
While people love to generalize and assume all Latinx dress, act, eat, and talk the same, we all know that's not true. But we also can't deny that there are customs that tie us together, and those are the ones that when spotted in meme form, you immediately share.
Those humorous moments (i.e., the fact that Vicks VapoRub reigns supreme in most households) are the ones you want to spread like wildfire while you giggle, even tapping the people next to you IRL and showing them your phone for a good laugh. We've rounded more than 50 of those memes here - get ready to flood your friends' feeds.
- Additional reporting by Alessandra Foresto
This Soul-Crushing Ad Shows Just How Strong Moms of Sick Kids Are
Most parents will never know what it's like to care for a sick child – not the ones with snotty noses and low-grade fevers, but the ones with real, chronic, sometimes-fatal illnesses – and that's a good thing. It's a pain no mom should have to bear, but many do, and a soul-crushing ad is shedding light on just a glimpse of what that struggle is like.
In honor of Mother's Day, SickKids Foundation, a children's health nonprofit, released the 90-second commercial. In it, there's a mom praying in a church pew, a mom screaming and bashing her fists against the steering wheel in a vacant parking lot, and a mom breaking down in tears as a nurse explains how she'll have to care for her sick infant. Those watching can almost feel the anguish. Almost.
Then, each of these moms literally wipes away the tears, picks themselves up, and gets to work. It's remarkable.
The organization's message? "For every kid in hospital who's missing childhood, there's a mom staying strong."
Unlike most ads you watch, take action after you see this one. As SickKids implores, stand with these moms to "help their kids get back to just being kids." And may you never have to know this kind of strength.
Jay Z Rubs Beyoncé's Pregnant Belly While Courtside For the Clippers
Beyoncé and Jay Z sat courtside to watch the LA Clippers take on the Utah Jazz at Staples Center on Sunday night. The couple mingled with their seatmates, and at one point, Jay put a hand on Beyoncé's growing baby bump as they watched the game (Bey, meanwhile, looked ready for the twins inside to come on out). As you know, Beyoncé is currently expecting two babies and has been dropping subtle hints about giving birth to both a girl and a boy.
Jay and Bey had a pretty busy weekend before their basketball date; Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland were spotted leaving Jessica Alba's "Prince vs. Michael Jackson" birthday bash on Friday night, and on Saturday, she, Jay, and their daughter, Blue, attended her mom Tina's inaugural Wearable Art Gala at the California African American Museum. It's entirely possible that the pair jumped on a jet in order to go to the Met Gala on Monday night, so we'll just have to wait and see.
Holographic Eyeliner Is the Latest Galactic Trend Blowing Up on Instagram
Time to dig up last year's holiday wrapping paper and tinsel to try out Instagram's new fad: holographic eyeliner. The style is starting to pop up on Instagram as the latest iteration of the unicorn/galaxy trend.
Women trying these looks out are stating their inspiration as Pat McGrath and Vlada Haggerty. And according to them, it's pretty easy to DIY! Just create your normal eye makeup look - bold brows, lush lashes, etc. Cut a tight-lined or superwinged eyeliner piece out of your most festive piece of holographic paper. Eyelash glue is how you can adhere it to your skin. We even saw someone try a "shattered glass" look, inspired by this K-Beauty trend.
Keep reading to see 10 gorgeous holographic eyeliner styles!
Jay Z Rubs Beyoncé's Pregnant Belly While Courtside For the Clippers
Beyoncé and Jay Z sat courtside to watch the LA Clippers take on the Utah Jazz at Staples Center on Sunday night. The couple mingled with their seatmates, and at one point, Jay put a hand on Beyoncé's growing baby bump as they watched the game (Bey, meanwhile, looked ready for the twins inside to come on out). As you know, Beyoncé is currently expecting two babies and has been dropping subtle hints about giving birth to both a girl and a boy.
Jay and Bey had a pretty busy weekend before their basketball date; Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland were spotted leaving Jessica Alba's "Prince vs. Michael Jackson" birthday bash on Friday night, and on Saturday, she, Jay, and their daughter, Blue, attended her mom Tina's inaugural Wearable Art Gala at the California African American Museum. It's entirely possible that the pair jumped on a jet in order to go to the Met Gala on Monday night, so we'll just have to wait and see.
This Soul-Crushing Ad Shows Just How Strong Moms of Sick Kids Are
Most parents will never know what it's like to care for a sick child – not the ones with snotty noses and low-grade fevers, but the ones with real, chronic, sometimes-fatal illnesses – and that's a good thing. It's a pain no mom should have to bear, but many do, and a soul-crushing ad is shedding light on just a glimpse of what that struggle is like.
In honor of Mother's Day, SickKids Foundation, a children's health nonprofit, released the 90-second commercial. In it, there's a mom praying in a church pew, a mom screaming and bashing her fists against the steering wheel in a vacant parking lot, and a mom breaking down in tears as a nurse explains how she'll have to care for her sick infant. Those watching can almost feel the anguish. Almost.
Then, each of these moms literally wipes away the tears, picks themselves up, and gets to work. It's remarkable.
The organization's message? "For every kid in hospital who's missing childhood, there's a mom staying strong."
Unlike most ads you watch, take action after you see this one. As SickKids implores, stand with these moms to "help their kids get back to just being kids." And may you never have to know this kind of strength.
What I Learned as a Makeup Artist From Other Lead Makeup Artists Backstage at NYFW
I remember being 21 years old, doing makeup backstage for my first-ever Fashion Week show - and I was so nervous (while keeping it super calm on the outside)! Since then, for the past nine years I've gone on to work countless catwalks with leading designers and beauty brands. In the process, I've been interviewed by many editors (including POPSUGAR, as you can see!).
This year for New York Fashion Week Fall 2017, I decided to try something different and be the reporter. I thought it would be fun to take on a different role backstage and interview other lead makeup artists about their processes of creating these beautiful makeup looks. My goal: learn new tricks and tips. Here's what I discovered.
Holographic Eyeliner Is the Latest Galactic Trend Blowing Up on Instagram
Time to dig up last year's holiday wrapping paper and tinsel to try out Instagram's new fad: holographic eyeliner. The style is starting to pop up on Instagram as the latest iteration of the unicorn/galaxy trend.
Women trying these looks out are stating their inspiration as Pat McGrath and Vlada Haggerty. And according to them, it's pretty easy to DIY! Just create your normal eye makeup look - bold brows, lush lashes, etc. Cut a tight-lined or superwinged eyeliner piece out of your most festive piece of holographic paper. Eyelash glue is how you can adhere it to your skin. We even saw someone try a "shattered glass" look, inspired by this K-Beauty trend.
Keep reading to see 10 gorgeous holographic eyeliner styles!
A CrossFit Coach Says This Is the Best Way to Lose Belly Fat
Stop doing ab exercises, people. If you want to get rid of your unbudging belly fat, the answer isn't how many crunches you can do. Jade Jenny, head CrossFit coach and owner of Champlain Valley CrossFit says, "there are really no exercises to reduce belly fat, unfortunately this is the age-old myth. People think they can get abs, and just abs."
It may surprise you to hear a CrossFit coach say that "reducing belly fat ultimately comes down to how you eat," but it's true. You can't exercise away a bad diet, and abs truly are made in the kitchen. And you can't pick and choose where you want fat to disappear from your body. In order to lose belly fat, you need to reduce your overall body fat percentage by dialing in your diet, eating whole foods, ditching the junk, and creating a calorie deficit.
Jade says, "The other thing that will help aside from losing weight is also putting on muscle." Even if you don't change your diet and you "maintain the same amount of fat on your body and add muscle, you'll effectively decrease the percent of fat on your body, which will ultimately help you look slightly leaner." What's more, muscle also burns more calories, "so if you're keeping your food intake the same, and you put muscle on, there is a good chance you'll lose a little fat at the same time."
How do you put on muscle? Jade recommends large compound barbell movements. We're talking squats, lunges, deadlifts, thrusters (squat-to-overhead press), shoulder presses, barbell rows, as well as bodyweight exercises like strict pull-ups and push-ups. Don't be afraid to go heavy on the weights! Instead of doing tons of reps with five-pound dumbbells, using a barbell will save time and get results faster and more effectively.
Aside from putting on muscle, as most experts agree, high-intensity interval training will also burn up calories and fat. In the CrossFit world, that includes beloved burpees, 400-meter sprints, jumping rope, box jumps, and kettlebell swings.
Here are some examples of CrossFit-inspired workouts you can try at home:
- 4-Move CrossFit Ab Workout
- 10-Minute Cardio, Butt, and Arm CrossFit Workout
- 2-Move 10-Minute Bodyweight Workout
- 10-Minute AMRAP Workout
- 30-Minute Jumping Rope and Strength Training Mashup
- 10-Minute CrossFit Bodyweight Workout Video
- 100-Burpee Workout
- 15-Minute Burpee and Strength Training Workout
- 200-Rep Total-Body Workout
41 Memorable PDA Moments From Met Galas Past
When it comes to the Met Gala, there's always so much to love and look forward to, from the showstopping entrances, over-the-top outfits, and fun party pics. Ahead of this year's big event on May 1, we thought we'd look back on what might be our favorite part of the red carpet festivities: the PDA. Celebrity couples have never shied away from showing their love for each other on the Met Gala's iconic staircase, whether it's a cheeky butt grab from Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen (pretty much their classic move) or a sweet mock proposal between Jay Z and Beyoncé. We've rounded up 41 of the best PDA moments from Met Galas past - keep reading to see them all now.
In Praise of the Unflinchingly Honest Approach to Teen Suicide on 13 Reasons Why
Trigger Warning: Discussions of suicide and depression below. There are also spoilers for 13 Reasons Why throughout.
There's a good chance Hannah Baker is just like you. At the very least, Hannah Baker is just like someone you know; she's smart, she has a bright future ahead of herself, she has loving parents, she just wants to be liked. Maybe that's what makes the fact that Hannah Baker slices her wrists open and bleeds to death in 13 Reasons Why so difficult to swallow.
Netflix's 13-episode drama, an adaptation of Jay Asher's best-selling 2007 YA novel, follows quiet high school student Clay Jensen (Dylan Minnette) after he receives a box of 13 cassette tapes from Hannah (Katherine Langford), his classmate and crush who killed herself a few weeks earlier. "Hi, this is Hannah," she announces on the first tape. "Settle in, because I'm about to tell you the story of my life. More specifically, why my life ended." Each cassette, and each episode, reveals a person (aka one of the titular "reasons") she deems responsible for her eventual decision to commit suicide. Hannah has another classmate, Tony, make sure everyone included on the tapes passes them on to the next person one by one, or else he'll release a copy of them to the public. Since the reasons range from cruel bullying to rape, it's obvious why the people on the tapes want their secrets to stay under wraps.
While listening to the first tape, Clay rides his bike to the park where everything started for Hannah, at her posthumous instruction. Distracted, he swerves out of the way of an oncoming car only to collide head first with one parked on the side of the street. From then on, the gash he gets on his forehead from the accident is featured prominently throughout each episode during close-ups, or whenever he looks in the mirror. As Clay sinks deeper and deeper into Hannah's world, gradually understanding why she did what she did, the cut begins to heal until it's nothing more than a green and yellow bruise; a physical manifestation of Clay's reckoning with the tragedy.
And tragedy it most definitely is. With the rate of suicide in the US climbing among adolescent girls, 13 Reasons Why could not have come at a better time. Make no mistake, though; this show is not a PSA. Instead, it's an unflinching portrayal of suicide and its aftermath. I can't recall ever having seen a TV show address mental health and suicide in such a brutally honest way. The Jason Foundation, a youth suicide prevention organization, reports that not only is suicide the second leading cause of death for ages 10-24, but there are an average of over 5,240 suicide attempts by young people in grades 7-12 each day. That's part of what makes show show feel like a thriller of sorts. What happened to Hannah Baker could happen to someone you know, and the worst part is you might not even realize it. Like some kind of invisible horror movie villain, depression sneaks up on you. "What does it really look like?" Hannah asks in the penultimate episode, referencing her mental state right before she chose to kill herself. "Here's the scary thing: it looks like nothing . . . It feels like a deep, always blank, endless nothing."
I've struggled with depression since I myself was Hannah's age, and never before has a piece of dialogue knocked the wind out of me harder than that line. Immediately tears filled my eyes, partly because I couldn't believe feelings I've dealt with my entire life were finally being portrayed accurately, and partly because I wish I'd had a show like this to watch when I was 16. I wish that I'd known I wasn't alone and that conversations about mental health are necessary parts of life, rather than things that should be swept under the rug.
This is why the scene of Hannah killing herself is so, so important for everyone to watch (although "endure" might be a better word). After a school counselor, Mr. Porter (Derek Luke), tells her that the only choice she has is to reveal the name of her rapist to him or "move on" with her life, she considers her fate sealed. She steals a pack of razors from her parents' drug store. She goes home. She turns on the bathtub. She gets inside of it in all of her clothes. She slices deep gashes into her arms and bleeds out, as water spills over the ceramic white wall of the tub in a waterfall of unsettling pink. The camera doesn't give you an out by zooming in on her face or panning away as she cuts herself, either. Hannah dies in a horrific, gut-wrenching way, and you're going to face it whether you want to or not.
This series is not a campaign quietly and politely asking people who feel down not to kill themselves; it's an unwavering account of a depressed, brutalized teenage girl who thinks she has no way out.There will be think pieces accusing the scene of being too graphic, too much like "torture porn," or done simply for shock value. I disagree. Showrunner Brian Yorkey doesn't hold back from depicting the horrors of being Hannah Baker (or a teenager in general) up until that episode, so why should they stop being truthful during the most important scene of the entire series? Anything less than showing Hannah's death in all of its brutal, bloody reality would be a disservice to the character, the show, and its audience. This series is not a campaign quietly and politely asking people who feel down not to kill themselves; it's an unwavering account of a depressed, brutalized teenage girl who thinks she has no way out. You might not like what you see, but this is a choice thousands of teenagers make a year. This is real life.
A lot of people may consider suicide a "selfish" act, but for many of those thinking of killing themselves, they see it as an end to their pain and a way to stop being a burden to those around them. Mental illness is a tricky, slippery thing. As you see with Hannah and her parents, played by Brian d'Arcy James and Kate Walsh (who has never been better), the voices of loved ones saying that they're there for you can be softer than the voices telling you that maybe, just maybe, life would be easier for everyone if you just disappeared. Hannah has those exact thoughts shortly before she makes her fateful choice. Try to imagine, just for a second, the depth of her pain: how could the show not try to make that as clear as possible?
"She let people intimidate her over and over and over until she disappeared," Clay says during a tense conversation with Mr. Porter after he finds out the role he played in Hannah's death. "You can't love someone back to life," Mr. Porter replies. Clay, a determined look in his eyes, hits back, "You can try." And that is what 13 Reasons Why does. It tries to tell an honest story about an epidemic that is all too real for a lot of families. Hannah isn't the only one dealing with demons, either. Clay has mental health issues of his own, another character turns to alcohol as a way to subconsciously deal with the fact she was raped, and another has an abusive home. The list goes on and on, shining as bright a light as possible on the things people experience everyday.
Whether it gets picked up for a second season or not, it's obvious that Netflix has achieved something special here. And this is exactly the kind of storytelling everyone (not just teenagers, and not just their parents) needs to see.
If you or someone you know needs help, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or visit their website.
Katy Perry's Controversial Barack Obama Comment Caused a Sh*tstorm of Backlash
When Katy Perry dyed and chopped her hair a few months back, many fans started comparing her new look to Miley Cyrus, and to be honest, the resemblance was rather uncanny. But now the singer is comparing her fresh 'do to an unlikely public figure - Barack Obama - and the internet is pretty damn pissed about it.
During a recent Instagram live session, the singer addressed a series of fan questions, one of which referred to missing her old hairstyle. When Katy read the comment aloud to the camera, she replied, "Oh, really? Do you miss Barack Obama as well? Oh, OK. Times change. Bye! See you guys later."
I'm sure we can all do without @katyperry right ??? #Loser http://pic.twitter.com/r9bQcuaCBi
- DJ SCREAM (@DJSCREAM) April 30, 2017
So essentially Katy compared dying her black hair blond to Donald Trump taking over Obama's spot in the White House. Aaaand cue the facepalm. As soon as she uttered the remark, she looked around at her surrounding friends and awkwardly said, "I should leave now," after which someone off the camera said, "OK, you're cut off." Talk about awkward.
When the internet caught wind of this contentious comment, it erupted in a multitude of tweets criticizing how insensitive it was. Read on to see a few candid reactions to the controversy.
Good morning! Barack Obama will always have more Grammys than Katy Perry. Have a great day!
- Rob Summerville (@robsummer) April 30, 2017
Katy Perry really fucking tried it with that white ass joke. What does Barack Obama have to do with your dry ass white hair?
- Ᏸecca🥀🕊 (@MJStarLover) April 30, 2017
Not Katy Perry pretending to be a woke activist then making an insensitive joke comparing her hair to Obama http://pic.twitter.com/uex3jZ8orS
- #1 snake stan (@slitherswift) April 30, 2017
What does black hair have to do with Barack Obama? You're cancelled @katyperry.
- Tonio The Divo ♕ (@_JayAntonio) April 30, 2017
@MilanChrisGordy @katyperry @BarackObama Her friends were in the background like http://pic.twitter.com/sr8gu3kEgk
- Kaldur'ahm (@MommaAfro_) April 30, 2017
Unicorn Pan Dulce Is Everything We Never Knew We Needed . . . Until Now
We didn't know how much we needed unicorn-inspired pan dulce until it happened. Located in Houston, El Bolillo Bakery has been churning out conchas inspired by the popular Starbucks unicorn frappuccino, and unlike their temporary frozen drink counterpart, these "uniconchas" aren't going anywhere! The #uniconchas hashtag is filled with photos of the rainbow treats, and El Bollilo's satisfied customers report that the pastries are as delicious as they look.
Check out photos of the super-Instagrammable unicorn treat below!
Here's What Really Goes Down at a Clothing-Optional "Erotic" Couples Resort
My boyfriend and I excitedly opened the door to our gorgeous beachfront suite, unsure of what to expect when we entered. While away at dinner, our special selection from a "fantasy menu" at Desire Pearl, a clothing-optional, couples-only resort in Mexico, was being set up for us.
We crossed the threshold in anticipation, thinking we were ready for what was next. I must stress, emphatically, that we were not f*cking ready for what was next.
Let's rewind.
We arrived a few days earlier to the Desire Riveria Maya, the sister to the resort where we finished off our trip. Both are "adult" escapes for couples, where clothing is optional and where anything goes. We certainly learned what "anything goes" can mean. The resorts describe themselves as places full of freedom, oases of "beauty and eroticism" (wholeheartedly agree) where "fantasies become reality" (reality, indeed).
I found myself in a pool-size sex spa full of guests - all completely nude - sandwiched in between one of the most attractive women I'd ever seen in real life and her boyfriend.When I first read about both resorts, my curiosity was understandably piqued. Clothing optional? Great, no more tan lines. Couples only? My boyfriend was very down. Sexy shows every night, great food, and sensual experiences geared toward turning up the heat in your relationship? Sign us up.
Desire Riviera Maya and Pearl are all about creating an environment of openness, where people can explore their sexual desires in a safe, accepting place among like-minded people. Couples (mostly, but not all) in their 30s to 60s are able to escape the limitations of everyday society and embrace the lifestyle they seek, all against the backdrop of the beautiful Yucatán coastline.
I consider myself to be very open-minded, sexually adventurous, totally fine with nudity (love it, actually), and fully supportive of pretty much anything going on between consenting adults. I'm a Love and Sex editor, for f*ck's sake. Even if it happens to be on public display, as is the case at the resorts, I'm down. It can even be a turn on for many people.
On day two, however, as I found myself in a pool-size sex spa full of guests - all completely nude - sandwiched in between one of the most attractive women I'd ever seen in real life (not complaining one bit here) and her down-for-pretty-much-anything boyfriend, it occurred to me that my significant other and I were in way, way over our heads. We rolled with it, to an extent. But it wasn't exactly the experience we expected. For the first time in my adult life, I felt incredibly naive and unprepared - and it was pretty hilarious. For the most part.
Most guests coming to resorts like these are generally knowledgeable about what occurs there. In fact, one of the questions we were most frequently asked in the five days we spent at both places was "are you two lifestylers?" This is the question couples often pose in order to get a feel for whether another couple is open to swinging. We were told that around 60 percent of the people who come to the resorts are swingers - people who swap partners and/or engage in group sex - but I'm convinced based on our personal experience that the number is just a bit higher.
The resorts are beautiful and all-inclusive (drinks, too!), with spacious suites, multiple pools and hot tubs, countless restaurants and bars open all hours of the day and night, and extra amenities like spas, salons, and stores filled with all of the sexy outfits and accessories you could ask for. Forgot your lube? No problem. Everything is where you need it, when you need it. The staff is extremely friendly, helpful, and completely nonjudgmental, and overall were a highlight of the trip for us.
But - and there is a but - first-timers should be aware of what they're diving into. The golden rule that all guests must agree to upon arrival is that "no means no" - which should give you an idea of what kind of things go down daily. This isn't a nudist resort where people mostly keep to themselves. This is a full-on sex resort, with public rooms decorated with round pink and black leather beds dedicated to group sex, massive hot tubs where couples and groups can go at it to their hearts' desires, and where (in my case) attempting to casually rock a bathing suit bottom made me stand out among the sea of bare butts. This is absolutely what many people are looking for in a getaway - and I'm so glad that there's places that exist where couples can really be themselves and where this is celebrated.
Fast-forward back to the night we returned from dinner thinking we were getting a casual private dance in our suite . . .
The first thing I saw was the sex swing that had been drilled into our ceiling while we were gone for barely an hour. Impressive. Our bathtub was filled with bubbles and roses, our bed completely covered with the petals as well. A bottle of Champagne chilled nearby. We suddenly started having second thoughts about inviting our new couple friends along for what we (stupidly, in hindsight) believed to be the kind of silly striptease you see at bachelor parties that last all of 10 minutes. It was not.
We thought we'd chat and laugh with the husband and wife we'd brought along with us while we watched a sexy performance, sip Champagne, and be dancing at the resort's (actually very fun) disco in no time. Nope. It was the erotic preamble to what would've been sex with my boyfriend - guided by a beautiful (and amazingly sweet) woman decked out in black lace and silk. But (due to my own obliviousness) it turned into the preamble for what was essentially a foursome - since I'd invited our newfound friends along for the (literal) ride. I guess the rose petals on the bed should have been my red flag?
Did we know what we were getting ourselves into? Absolutely not. Did we have exciting sex in places and ways we never have before? Yup.
Needless to say, we skipped the group sex (wasn't really our ideal scenario, but totally great for other couples interested in something like this!), dipped out, and headed to the disco where we made it just in time to see a badass dancer perform one of the coolest aerial shows I've ever seen. Our friends, who laughed good-naturedly and incredulously asked how we didn't know what the deal was all along, joined us on the dance floor. Crisis averted. Our ignorance about what an "erotic couples massage" really means is a whole other story . . .
Did the resorts play a part in helping my boyfriend and me spice up the romance after more than five years of dating? Absolutely. We got closer not only because of our admittedly awkward roller-coaster ride, but also because the resorts really do foster a sense of eroticism and sexual openness that was entirely contagious. Did we know what we were getting ourselves into? Absolutely not. Did we have exciting sex in places and ways we never have before? Yup.
Bottom line, going to an erotic couples resort got my partner and me out of our comfort zones, but more importantly, the resorts allow others who visit to truly be in their comfort zones, whatever those may be.
Travel and expenses for the author were provided by Desire Riviera Maya and Pearl for the purpose of writing this story.
A CrossFit Coach Says This Is the Best Way to Lose Belly Fat
Stop doing ab exercises, people. If you want to get rid of your unbudging belly fat, the answer isn't how many crunches you can do. Jade Jenny, head CrossFit coach and owner of Champlain Valley CrossFit says, "there are really no exercises to reduce belly fat, unfortunately this is the age-old myth. People think they can get abs, and just abs."
It may surprise you to hear a CrossFit coach say that "reducing belly fat ultimately comes down to how you eat," but it's true. You can't exercise away a bad diet, and abs truly are made in the kitchen. And you can't pick and choose where you want fat to disappear from your body. In order to lose belly fat, you need to reduce your overall body fat percentage by dialing in your diet, eating whole foods, ditching the junk, and creating a calorie deficit.
Jade says, "The other thing that will help aside from losing weight is also putting on muscle." Even if you don't change your diet and you "maintain the same amount of fat on your body and add muscle, you'll effectively decrease the percent of fat on your body, which will ultimately help you look slightly leaner." What's more, muscle also burns more calories, "so if you're keeping your food intake the same, and you put muscle on, there is a good chance you'll lose a little fat at the same time."
How do you put on muscle? Jade recommends large compound barbell movements. We're talking squats, lunges, deadlifts, thrusters (squat-to-overhead press), shoulder presses, barbell rows, as well as bodyweight exercises like strict pull-ups and push-ups. Don't be afraid to go heavy on the weights! Instead of doing tons of reps with five-pound dumbbells, using a barbell will save time and get results faster and more effectively.
Aside from putting on muscle, as most experts agree, high-intensity interval training will also burn up calories and fat. In the CrossFit world, that includes beloved burpees, 400-meter sprints, jumping rope, box jumps, and kettlebell swings.
Here are some examples of CrossFit-inspired workouts you can try at home:
- 4-Move CrossFit Ab Workout
- 10-Minute Cardio, Butt, and Arm CrossFit Workout
- 2-Move 10-Minute Bodyweight Workout
- 10-Minute AMRAP Workout
- 30-Minute Jumping Rope and Strength Training Mashup
- 10-Minute CrossFit Bodyweight Workout Video
- 100-Burpee Workout
- 15-Minute Burpee and Strength Training Workout
- 200-Rep Total-Body Workout
This Bride’s Custom Christian Siriano Dress Was the Grand Finale to a Weekend of Pretty Gowns
There's nothing like being a Christian Siriano bride, and Scream star Carlson Young can probably attest to this. The actress married Foster the People's Isom Innis in a beautiful southern wedding while wearing a custom creation by the designer. Made of beaded French lace and tulle, the gown featured a Victorian-style collar and delicate floral embroidery. Christian gave a shout out to the bride on Instagram, writing, "Congratulations to my love @carlsonyoung on your wedding!! Loved making this gown for you!"
This look was Carlson's grand finale to a weekend of pretty dresses. She also wore an embellished lavender rehearsal dinner gown and followed up with several stunning dress changes you simply have to witness yourself. Scroll on to see all of Carlson's dresses and pay extra attention to her custom bridal look.
Unicorn Pan Dulce Is Everything We Never Knew We Needed . . . Until Now
We didn't know how much we needed unicorn-inspired pan dulce until it happened. Located in Houston, El Bolillo Bakery has been churning out conchas inspired by the popular Starbucks unicorn frappuccino, and unlike their temporary frozen drink counterpart, these "uniconchas" aren't going anywhere! The #uniconchas hashtag is filled with photos of the rainbow treats, and El Bollilo's satisfied customers report that the pastries are as delicious as they look.
Check out photos of the super-Instagrammable unicorn treat below!
1 Look at Queen Letizia's Gorgeous Collection of Ball Gowns, and You'll Be in Love
Even though modern royals prefer affordable dresses from brands like Zara and trendy pieces like comfy track pants, a queen isn't a queen without a serious collection of ball gowns.
In true frugal form, Queen Letizia, who often repeats outfits from head to toe without a care in the world, has worn the same party dresses to royal weddings, galas, dinners, and award ceremonies for the past 10+ years. In fact, since 2004, we've spotted Letizia in only 26 different gowns - hey, for the Queen of Spain, that's not that much! Scroll ahead to ooh and aah over all of them.
Ashton Kutcher Reveals the Key to His Marriage: "Everything Mila Says Is Right"
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis have one of Hollywood's most adorable marriages, and the Ranch actor was happy to reveal his secret to keeping it that way on Monday. "Everything Mila says is right!" he joked with Ellen DeGeneres. "She's my wife, so that's just what it is. Everything she says is right." The proud dad was specifically referring to Mila's correct prediction of who would win the presidency and what their baby boy's name would be (Dimitri Portwood Kutcher, whom they welcomed in November).
"We're on our way to date night, and Mila turns to me and she goes, 'So, I think Donald Trump is going to become the president, and I think our baby's name is Dimitri,'" the 39-year-old recalled. "I was like, 'Donald Trump's not going to win . . .' And then I forgot about the name thing because I was like, 'Why do you think Donald Trump is going to win?' I'm telling you, she called it! It's not even a joke." Since Mila is obviously a psychic, let's hope she can predict a way for us to stop said president from destroying the world.
Meghan Markle Is Attending Pippa Middleton's Wedding Under 1 Condition
Meghan Markle just scored an invite to one of the biggest weddings of the year. The Suits actress will be Prince Harry's date to Pippa Middleton's wedding to financier James Matthews in May, but she won't be at the ceremony. To ensure that her big day is an intimate gathering, Pippa is enforcing a strong "no ring, no bring" rule, meaning that unmarried and unengaged partners are prohibited from attending the event. The groom's brother Spencer Matthews is also banned from bringing his girlfriend Vogue Williams in light of the policy. However, Meghan will be attending the big after party later in the evening, as the event tends to be less formal.
Of course, this isn't the first time Meghan has accompanied Harry to a wedding. Earlier this year, they jetted off to Jamaica to watch the royal's childhood friend, Tom "Skippy" Inskip - who was popularly known as Harry's "wingman" - tie the knot with literary agent Lara Hughes-Young. Looks like things are getting serious for the two love birds.
Katy Perry's Controversial Barack Obama Comment Caused a Sh*tstorm of Backlash
When Katy Perry dyed and chopped her hair a few months back, many fans started comparing her new look to Miley Cyrus, and to be honest, the resemblance was rather uncanny. But now the singer is comparing her fresh 'do to an unlikely public figure - Barack Obama - and the internet is pretty damn pissed about it.
During a recent Instagram live session, the singer addressed a series of fan questions, one of which referred to missing her old hairstyle. When Katy read the comment aloud to the camera, she replied, "Oh, really? Do you miss Barack Obama as well? Oh, OK. Times change. Bye! See you guys later."
I'm sure we can all do without @katyperry right ??? #Loser http://pic.twitter.com/r9bQcuaCBi
- DJ SCREAM (@DJSCREAM) April 30, 2017
So essentially Katy compared dying her black hair blond to Donald Trump taking over Obama's spot in the White House. Aaaand cue the facepalm. As soon as she uttered the remark, she looked around at her surrounding friends and awkwardly said, "I should leave now," after which someone off the camera said, "OK, you're cut off." Talk about awkward.
When the internet caught wind of this contentious comment, it erupted in a multitude of tweets criticizing how insensitive it was. Read on to see a few candid reactions to the controversy.
Good morning! Barack Obama will always have more Grammys than Katy Perry. Have a great day!
- Rob Summerville (@robsummer) April 30, 2017
Katy Perry really fucking tried it with that white ass joke. What does Barack Obama have to do with your dry ass white hair?
- Ᏸecca🥀🕊 (@MJStarLover) April 30, 2017
Not Katy Perry pretending to be a woke activist then making an insensitive joke comparing her hair to Obama http://pic.twitter.com/uex3jZ8orS
- #1 snake stan (@slitherswift) April 30, 2017
What does black hair have to do with Barack Obama? You're cancelled @katyperry.
- Tonio The Divo ♕ (@_JayAntonio) April 30, 2017
@MilanChrisGordy @katyperry @BarackObama Her friends were in the background like http://pic.twitter.com/sr8gu3kEgk
- Kaldur'ahm (@MommaAfro_) April 30, 2017
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