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.
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These Lightweight Carry-Ons Will Make Traveling a Breeze This Summer
No one wants to be the overpacker who is stuck lugging a heavy suitcase through the airport. It's easier said than done, but packing light is totally possible. Editing your wardrobe and rolling things into perfect tube shapes to maximize space takes some practice, but once you have these hacks down, you're ready to roll. All you need is a lightweight carry-on. We rounded up a list of our favorites, so all you have to do is shop. Find your perfect match ahead.
These Photos From the Loveland Theme Park in South Korea Will Make You Blush
Jeju Loveland: A place in Korea where sex-themed art and eroticism meet. The Loveland Theme Park opened up in 2004 and boasts 140 works of art that may make you blush - but are undeniably interesting to look at. The park also runs sex-education films and has some interactive pieces as well. And of course, there are ample photo opportunities featuring various phallic sculptures and depictions of people in moments of extreme pleasure.
All penis jokes aside, Loveland is pretty remarkable in that, being the only sex-themed park in Korea, it aims to break down traditional taboos about sex. While sometimes graphic, the overall experience is one of a kind. Visitors must be 18 to enter, and admission is just a little under $10 USD. Take a look at the kinky photos of the park ahead.
30 Easy and Delicious Summer Lunch Ideas - Bring on the Pasta Salad and Avocado Dressing
In need of a little summertime lunch inspiration? When you're not hanging outside or filling your plate at family BBQs, you'll want to reach for one of these tasty recipes perfect for the warm-weather months. We're all guilty of resorting to sad desk lunches that don't involve much more than carrots and hummus, but these enticing meals guarantee you'll look forward to making lunch for any day of the week. With veggie-packed pasta salads that can be served warm or cold, salads drizzled with avocado dressing, and meal-prepped chicken with cilantro rice, this list of 30 recipes has something for everyone.
4 Tough Lessons I Learned About Money During My First Year Out of College
Face it: no matter how eager you are for college graduation, nothing can fully prepare you for entering the "real world." Mistakes will happen. Changes will take place. And for a while, it might seem as if you're the protagonist in a never-ending story of trial and error. But do you want to know the silver lining? Things will be OK. As I've come to realize since my own graduation, this postgrad transition is supposed to ooze with ups and downs. Because the lessons we learn from life's many hiccups make us into stronger, wiser individuals.
Or at least that's what I keep telling myself.
While I endured numerous tribulations during my first year out of college, the toughest of times always stemmed from one thing: money. In an effort to prevent you from having to learn the hard way, ahead are four important lessons I learned about money during my first year out of college.
This Hack Will Forever Change the Way You Peel Potatoes
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When I saw a trick for removing potato skins by slipping them off without using the dreaded vegetable peeler, I knew I had to try it immediately to see if it worked. YouTube user Foody Tube's amazing potato hack video claims you can skip the peeling process before boiling the potatoes and, instead, squeeze the skin straight off the potatoes once they're fully cooked. It sounds almost too good to be true, but guess what? It works.
Here's how to do it right:
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Using a sharp knife, pierce the skin only and draw a line all the way around the center of the potato. Do this quickly by twirling the potato around with one hand while keeping the knife steady in the other.
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Transfer the potatoes to a giant pot of cold water (cover the potatoes by at least an inch of water). Boil the potatoes until they are fork tender, then drain them. Once they're cool enough to touch, peel the potato skin from each side of the punctured line you created. And voilà - the skin will slide off effortlessly! Not only does this drastically speed up the process for making mashed potatoes, but it also makes cleanup a lot less stressful. Once you try this cooking method, you'll probably never go back. You're on your way to the quickest and best mashed potatoes of your life.
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33 Pasta Recipes That Are Perfect For Summer
Pasta is always a good choice, but especially during Summer. It's the perfect way to showcase some of the season's best produce, like basil, tomatoes, and even avocados, and it's ideal for feeding a crowd (who doesn't love carbs at a cookout?). The dishes don't have to be heavy, either - plenty of these recipes are light and packed with veggies! You can save the hearty bolognese for chilly Winter nights and turn to these tried-and-true recipes during the hotter months. These 33 delicious pasta recipes are the definition of summertime comfort food, so pick out your favorites ahead.
You Won't Believe This Gorgeous House Is Only 362 Square Feet
"At under 400 square feet, our Craftsman cottage is indeed tiny, but in the five years we've been here, we've never needed more space," says Whitney Leigh Morris, small-space living aficionado, designer, and blogger behind The Tiny Canal Cottage. So what's her secret to making everything fit? "Nearly everything about the cottage - from the built-ins to the decor - was deliberately chosen to maximize the space. I selected furniture and accessories over time as we learned how to best navigate this particular layout with one another." Whitney recently refreshed her Venice Beach, CA, home for Spring, and the pictures were so stylish and full of small-space living inspiration that we had to share them with you. Take a look at Whitney's gorgeous digs and tiny-space living tips here, and then shop the look on Joss & Main.
How I Turned My Ikea Couch Into a $10,000 Designer Sofa
I don't believe you grow out of Ikea past the age of 25. I love the Swedish brand's minimalist aesthetic. And since I like to mix things up, the price point works for a design commitment-phobe like me. Despite my Ikea love, after three years, my Karlstad sofa started to look a bit sad. Since the low-profile sofa fit perfectly in my open living room, I decided to give it a designer-couch makeover instead of replacing it.
This Raleigh Sectional from Design Within Reach (pictured above) served as my inspiration. The walnut frame matched the midcentury vibe I strive for, and the light fabric color would add to the airy look in my bright living space. That sofa retails for as much as $10,000. I knew I could DIY the look for less. Read on for how I did it.
17 Wildly Awesome Travel Adventures to Have Around the World This Summer
Are you looking for a YOLO-worthy adventure? It's time to stop procrastinating and start living your life! This Summer, try out one of these incredible activities that travelers have experienced all over the world. You'll feel so fulfilled, and let's be honest - you'll get an awesome picture out of it. Check out these dreamy locations.
31 Activities That Will Make You Happier Every Day
Having a rough day? We've been there. Luckily, there are plenty of fast and easy ways to boost your mood. These quick solutions will make you feel better than ever no matter what you're going through. Just reading these joyous activities will remind you of all the wonderful things in life. Give one a try!
21 Small Towns You Should Visit on Your Next American Road Trip
Big cities are great to visit if you're looking for an efficient vacation with strict planning and lots of stuff to do. You can fly in for under a week and hit up all the well-known spots with your friends. Ain't no shame in the big city game!
But maybe you're fresh out of college, you have a lot of time off, or you're self-employed - and you're capable of setting a few weeks aside for an all-American road trip (there's truly nothing in the world like it!). First, congratulations! You're about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. But now, where to go?
If you're looking for interesting, photogenic small towns, you've come to the right place! Here are 21 spots you should stop in, snap lots of pics of, and brag to all your loved ones about. Because these are downright awesome.
6 Little Things That Could Be Getting in the Way of Your Personal Happiness
Travel and sex have been proven to make people happier, but we often overlook the more obvious influences that can affect us as well. Many times, it's the things we don't think much about that have the biggest impact. So if you're wondering why you aren't quite as happy as you want to be, you may want to consider the six things below.
- Your friends: The people you surround yourself with have more influence on your daily mood and overall happiness than you'd expect. It's important to have a strong tie to those who are positive and supportive and who can help foster a healthy social environment.
- How much you sleep: Not getting enough shuteye doesn't only affect your physical health, but it's proven to mess with your mood as well. Lack of sleep makes you cranky and restricts your ability to cope with emotions.
- Putting your dreams on the back burner: Setting your passions aside could result in an unfulfilled self, and therefore a less happier you. The best way to live a life with minimal regret is to actually take as many chances as you can to avoid the haunting "what if" question down the road. So don't be afraid to go after what you want most!
- A bad attitude: Outlook is everything! It's not as much what life throws at you that determines your happiness; it's how you choose to handle it. Optimism can be powerful, so catch yourself when you notice any negative thoughts or emotions filling you up.
- Not having a stress outlet: It's not healthy to internalize your frustrations until you've reached your boiling point. Instead, relieving stress regularly, whether it's through fitness or a creative outlet, can help you release some of that built-up tension.
- Fear: Whether it's fear of disappointing your family or fear of making a fool of yourself, fear has the ability to cripple you. By listening to that little voice in your head, you're holding yourself back from new experiences, people, and opportunities that may very well open up the door to contentment.
A Rarely Seen Look at How Princess Diana Decorated Her Private Palace Quarters
Diana was famous for her fashion choices, but her taste in home decor is a little less well-known. When she first moved into Apartments 8 and 9 at Kensington Palace as a new bride, she was just 20 years old and she had three floors of rooms to decorate in the style of her choosing. However, the revamp had to suit the 17th century building as well as blend with the priceless antiques and oil paintings already displayed in the rooms. Diana turned to her mother for help, and she recommended her interior designer, Dudley Poplak, who worked with Diana to create a suite of rooms that combined traditional royal gravitas with Diana's fresh, fun, and feminine style. Take an up close look ahead.
Out of Heavy Cream? Try This Kitchen Hack
Picture this: potato leek soup is on the menu for dinner tonight, and you're ready to get cooking when you realize that you forgot to pick up a pint of heavy cream. Don't admit defeat; all is not lost. We have a simple culinary substitution to ensure that your dish will still turn out.
To substitute 1 cup of heavy cream, mix 3/4 cup of milk and 1/3 cup of melted and cooled butter. Many people insist that this substitution will only work with whole milk (as opposed to skim or nonfat); however, in a pinch, give it a try, and see what you end up with. (Though, if it's for an important feast, you may just want to run to the store.)
Just don't try to use this substitution for whipped cream. Instead of a lofty mountain of dairy, you'll be left with a pool of disappointment.
25 Creative Dinner Ideas That Will Inspire You to Cook Tonight
"What's for dinner tonight?" It's a question we all face every day. If you're really in need of some fresh recipe ideas and want to break out of your routine, look no further than these 25 of our most popular recipes. Some are fast and easy (under 30 minutes). Others are easy but will take you an hour or more, like Marcella Hazan's famous tomato sauce. And lastly, there are a few "projects;" in other words, they require advanced cooking skills and will take around two hours or more and are ideal when you have more time on your hands. Allow the captions to guide you to making the right dinner choice this week. Happy cooking!
100+ of the Best DIY Gifts Ever
Don't settle for store-bought gifts when you can give your loved ones these one-of-a-kind DIY presents. No matter the occasion, giving someone a gift you made yourself makes it much more meaningful. Show how special the receiver is to you by putting in some time, effort, and love on something handmade. Read on to see more than 100 different types of DIY gifts for every person in your life!
- Additional reporting by Emily Co
40+ Life-Changing Books to Read This Year
Knowledge is king. The first step to creating change in your life is to know what you're doing wrong or why you need to change. We've picked out 41 books that will better your life in a dramatic way. Whether it's figuring out how to get out of debt, learning how to be happier, or trying to find ways to get a job, reading just one of these books this year is guaranteed to change your life for good.
13 of the Best CBD Products We're Obsessed With - You Need to Try These ASAP
Whether you want to sleep better, relieve chronic anxiety, or reduce pain and inflammation, CBD is a natural wonder. And if you're not already as obsessed as we are with this plant-based supplement, we guarantee you will be soon. Try any of these marvelous products - from edible goodies to topical self-care treats to basic supplements - and you'll be well on your way to a more balanced, less stressed life. As always, be sure to check in with your medical professional before starting on a CBD wellness regimen.
Finally, a 7-Day Detox Plan That's Doable
As much as I like to tell diets to go f*ck themselves, I can also admit that a detox would probably do me good. The thought of ridding my body of the bad stuff and feeling noticeably healthier sounds amazing, but I've struggled to find a plan that didn't intimidate me. I refuse to cut carbs for an entire week or limit my food intake to liquids. I want to continue living my life as it is; but maybe just a little healthier. So, I recruited the help of registered dietitian and nutritionist, Lisa Mastela, MPH, RD, to help design a doable seven-day plan that didn't require drastic measures.
Lisa made it clear right off the bat that she wasn't an advocate of traditional detoxes (as most registered dietitians aren't) for these reasons: detoxes can actually inhibit, not promote, weight loss; your liver already serves as a built-in detox system, making most detoxes redundant; and many detoxes involve juice, which are typically high in sugar and low in fiber (no fiber, equals no detox).
But if your goal is to feel energized or kickstart healthy habits, Lisa's all for a solid detox. "Being in tune with your 'why' - specific to you - will help you avoid putting energy into unnecessary parts of a detox and allow you to focus on your end game and getting there," she told POPSUGAR. "For instance, if you want to feel more energized, detoxing on a juice cleanse but then staying up late on Instagram is not going to do anything to your energy levels. If you want to feel more balanced, spending your whole weekend meal prepping vegan detox meals till you're blue in the face and doing nothing to adjust your work schedule is not going to get you there."
Basically, hone in on your goals in the beginning to avoid undoing all your hard work in the process. Before we get into Lisa's day-by-day breakdown, here are six things she says are absolutely necessary in a worthy detox.
- Whole fruits and vegetables: Not only do fruits and veggies contain essential vitamins and minerals, but they also have soluble and insoluble fiber. You'll find out which kind of fiber is best right below, but know that fiber is like a "scrub brush for your body," as Lisa calls it. It'll help cleanse your system more efficiently, while picking up the important parts that will aid your detox. She recommends eating fruits and vegetables at least eight to 10 times per day during a detox, either raw, steamed, lightly roasted (meaning cooked with minimal olive oil or avocado oil), or in a smoothie.
- Soluble fiber from foods: The difference between soluble and insoluble fiber is whether or not a food is absorbent. For example, if you were to leave a stick of celery in a cup of water overnight, it'd remain in the same state the next morning. But if you were to soak quinoa, chia seeds, 100-percent whole wheat bread, or steel cut oats, you'd wake up to a soggy scene - that's soluble fiber (the "sticky bristles") and that's what you want in a detox. Other soluble foods include barley, farro, softer vegetables, and crispbread (GG crackers). Pro tip from Lisa: enjoy plenty of beans and legumes as they're a good mix of insoluble and soluble fiber, and protein.
- Intermittent fasting (done your way): According to Lisa, your body is capable of making its own antioxidants. "You can produce something called superoxide dismutase-2 (SOD2), which acts as a natural antioxidant, and let me tell you: it is a lot stronger than some blueberries," she said. "The trouble is, it's 'turned off' (in a sense) when you consume glucose." A way to activate your body's antioxidant-producing powers is to fast. Before you stop reading any further, fasting can be done in your sleep! "While detoxing, try finishing dinner before seven p.m. and then have breakfast after seven a.m. - BAM. That's a 12-hour fast." Pausing food for about eight to 16 hours (which can include sleep time!) in a day can help your body produce more SOD2 and detox itself of free radicals. But remember, fasting doesn't mean you should eliminate water, too. Always stay hydrated.
- Room temperature or warm water: Fiber absolutely needs water in order to do its job, so increase your water intake when upping your fiber. Otherwise, you won't have much fun in the bathroom. Start each day with a full cup of hot or room-temperature water (decaf tea counts). How much water you should drink depends on your weight, but Lisa says a good rule of thumb is eight to 12 glasses a day: one to two big ones in the morning, two to three bottles at work, and three large glasses in the evening.
- Matching your lifestyle to your detox: You cannot successfully detox without making any other changes to your life outside of nutrition. The three major areas you should also focus on, according to Lisa, are activity, stress, and technology. If a 30- to 45-minute walk each day doesn't sound appealing, try being more active throughout the day by taking desk breaks every hour, for example. De-stressing is also crucial, so find ways to unwind whether it's deep breathing or getting extra sleep. If you're in desperate need of less screen time, install an app to limit usage, charge your phone in another room, etc. "Staring at the blue light emitted from screens before bed can negatively impact the quality of your sleep, and high quality sleep is an essential part of a detox," said Lisa.
- Sweat: Whether its a jog, a hot yoga class, or a sauna, mix it up and get in a good sweat sesh. You'll feel great and cleanse your body simultaneously. If you're new to high-heat activities, be sure to ease yourself into it. Lisa recommends beginners start with 10 minutes of sauna max and if you're trying hot yoga, snag a spot near the door and take plenty of breaks in between poses. And of course, remember to replenish yourself with at least one to two glasses of water.
- Sleep: "Sleep is an essential piece of a detox and skimping on it can stand in the way of any benefits you might see detoxing," Lisa said. Seven to nine hours of high-quality sleep per night will help your body recharge. To improve your quality of sleep, Lisa says to avoid screens one to two hours before bedtime, winding down with a nice hot shower or with some stretches, sleeping with zero lighting and sounds in the room, and maybe even moving your pet to a different spot so you're left undisturbed.
Although the following list is not mandatory, Lisa recommends avoiding these foods during your detox if you truly want to go above and beyond.
- Alcohol and any drugs or cigarettes
- Artificial sweeteners (Splenda, stevia, etc.)
- Red meat
- Butter
- Dairy
- Refined, white carbohydrates and sugars (pastries, cookies, crackers, candy, sugary drinks, white pasta/bread, etc.)
- Processed oils (stick to olive oil, avocado oil, and/or walnut oil during a detox)
- Anything at a restaurant
Ahead you'll find daily meal suggestions, from breakfast to dinner, straight from Lisa. Feel free to move your snack times around and if you find yourself starving, listen to your body and add a snack. Most importantly, don't forget to stay hydrated!
You'll Feel So Much Better After This Restorative Wall Yoga Sequence
If you've never used a wall to do yoga, this is a perfect calming, beginner-friendly sequence. Do this 11-pose sequence to help you wake up in the morning, to wind down in the evening, after an intense workout (these are great stretches for your hips, lower back, and hamstrings), or if you're new to yoga or recovering from an injury.
8 Water Bottles That Help You Track Your Intake and Stay Hydrated Throughout the Day
Some of us (myself included) just can't seem to keep up with our hydration goals. One thing that can make drinking water less boring is a bottle that's both stylish and helpful. Ahead are a variety of options, from smart bottles to time-marked, that will give you that extra push toward a healthier lifestyle.
The Number 1 Bad Habit You Need to Break If You Want to Lose Weight
Kimberly Snyder might just be the queen of detox. Not only does she have practically all of Hollywood sipping on her Glowing Green Smoothie, but she also just released a new book, The Beauty Detox Power ($19), to address the more emotional aspects of what it means to detox. In fact, she believes in how your emotional state helps or hinders weight loss so much that she wants you to stop a habit that's common among many women. If you do, you'll see weight-loss results even faster, Kimberly promises.
Your new mission? Stop with the negative talk if you want to lose weight. It may sound like it won't be effective, but Kimberly's reason for wanting you to stop body shaming yourself in order to see the pounds drop actually has scientific heft. "Most people don't even realize what they're saying to themselves, and most people only think that the only factors that affect their weight are what they're eating and how they're working out," Kimberly said. In fact, studies have shown that your thoughts matter when it comes to your waistline. Kimberly points to a Harvard study that followed 84 cleaning women; half were told that their physically demanding jobs met the requirements for exercise as set by the Surgeon General, while the other half weren't given any information about their activity level and calorie burn. After a month, researchers found that the group of women who were told that what they were doing was good for them lost body fat, waist-to-hip ratio, and BMI - even though they hadn't changed anything about their actual physical habits or altered their diets at all. The other group, on the other hand, didn't lose any weight. "Your thoughts are nutrition in the way that food is," Kimberly explained about the study results. "Your mind really has a big part in shaping your body. If you keep saying to yourself, 'It's so hard for me to lose weight, I'm just going to gain it back,'" then you aren't setting yourself up for success.
Kimberly's advice to stop with the "I'm fat" talk can be easier said than done, especially in a world of constant online judgment and photoshopped images of the "ideal" woman. Even Kimberly herself admits that she used to participate in casual body bashing when with friends. But knowing that thoughts can affect actual change should help you nix the habit, she says. "It's just a shift in listening to what you're saying," she advised. "Stop saying negative things about your body, whether it's out loud or in your head. It's the first important thing" if you want to lose weight.
How Not Drinking Became the New Happy Hour
Being social shouldn't make you feel like crap the next day. Yet even as adults, many of us feel peer pressure to drink. Anyone who's uttered the words "I'm not drinking tonight" knows how awkward it can feel. Suddenly, you're a huge downer. Some friends seem to wonder if you're really invested in the evening - aren't they worth the headache tomorrow?
Dry January provides an easy excuse for people who want a break from booze. But what if it could last all year?Each year, Dry January provides an easy excuse for people who want a break from booze. But what if it could last all year? Many want to create a lifestyle that is holistically healthy - and regular drinking can get in the way of this. Today there are more options for those who don't want to make a tradeoff between seeing friends and feeling good. Daybreaker, an early morning dance party, will inspire you do the seemingly impossible task of dancing while sober. Conscious Family Dinner parties are creating a place to meet strangers without relying on drinking. And many bars and restaurants are taking the mocktail more seriously, giving "sober curious" people legit options when meeting friends for drinks.
After trying a Dry January myself, I found it made me more open to seeing friends. If I don't have to worry about a hangover the next day (which I sadly get after even one glass of wine), I'm more likely to say yes to catching up with friends. And the more you order mocktails or sparkling water, the less friends seem to care. This dry social scene is making temperance cool, or at least fun, while also making the world a more friendly place for pregnant women and those dealing with addiction.
Sober Events Are Blending Wellness and FunBen Rolnik started the Conscious Family Dinner as a way to help people connect more intimately. A dinner party that has much more than food, the most recent event offered laughter meditation, collective breathwork, self pep talks, and a song circle. "The Conscious Family Dinner is like a mini festival," Rolnik explains. "We live in a time when people are more connected than ever, with Facebook, texting, Snapchat, and Instagram. Yet so many feel starved for true intimacy, depth, and belonging." He wants to change that for the mostly 20- and 30-somethings who attend his events.
Rolnik believes the Conscious Family Dinners have grown because they're not a party, but rather "a homecoming of beautiful souls and consciousness leaders." Alcohol is decidedly not a part of the Conscious Family Dinner, which leaves some shocked by how much fun they can have without alcohol. "The guests who are surprised have usually never entered into an environment where people engage openly, honestly, and vulnerably with each other." Rolnik thinks that most people are interested in healthy social events, but "they just don't know how, or don't have a space to practice."
Attending Conscious Family Dinners helped Tanya Khani, 27, see the value of alcohol-free social events. "It's amazing what becomes of sober conversations," she says, finding they lead to more intimate connections. "I love that everyone's intoxicated mask is removed." Khani has seen a shift in her social scene calendar since she started going. "I'm happy to say that most of my events are dry, alcohol-free," she notes. "When you're committed to being fully present and alive, alcohol doesn't quite fit that theme anymore."
"It's amazing what becomes of sober conversations."Radha Agrawal is the cofounder of Daybreaker, a similar booze-free event with a greater focus on fitness. Daybreaker is a morning dance party held monthly. It started in 2013 and quickly gained in popularity, spreading to 17 cities. According to the organizers, the event attracts young professionals and creative types in their early 20s through late 30s. Daybreaker starts at 6 a.m. The first hour is a fitness event, like yoga, open to 200 people. At 7 a.m., the dance party starts and lasts until 9 a.m. These last two hours and are open to 600 guests.
"When we first launched Daybreaker, we were like, 'OK, people have to forget that they're sober,'" Agrawal recalls. In order to give people a natural high, Daybreaker uses the element of surprise: "Every 15 minutes, we introduce what we call a wow moment," Agrawal explains, "which has everything from dueling saxes or a dance trio or a fire thrower or a drum line or a breakdance community."
Stephanie Bagley is in her early 30s and has been going to Daybreaker since the beginning. "I barely miss any NYC Daybreakers," she admits. Bagley says the amount of fun you have without booze is eye opening. "The energy and glow you have after is even more telling . . . you want to share it with the world." According to Bagley, Daybreaker is free of judgement and awkwardness, and she says you would be "hard-pressed to find even one person not giving it all they've got on the dance floor." The physical activity provides its own high, which Agrawal calls the Daybreaker DOSE. Each "morning rave" is optimized to naturally release dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins, according to Agrawal.
Each "morning rave" is optimized to naturally release dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins.Hosting the event in the morning also helps remove the need for alcohol: "Everyone's slate is clean. Everyone's coming from the same place: their bed. Everyone is sober. Everyone is energetic," Agrawal explains. She thinks we turn to substances as social lubrication for various reasons. "People take drugs and alcohol because they're tired," Agrawal suspects. "Maybe their friends are dragging them out. They're just like, 'OK, I need to take some alcohol because I need energy." In addition to being tired, your mood might make you crave a drink. Maybe you had a long day at the office or got in a fight with your significant other. In the morning, these stress factors don't come into play as much as they do after a long day.
Caitlin Low, 28, lives in San Francisco and decided to attend Daybreaker recently. "One of my friends doesn't drink much and had been wanting to try it out," she says. "There were a couple other friends who had been curious, so we said, 'Why not? Let's try something new and get our sweat on before work.'" Low recalls that she and her group dressed up, fitting in with a crowd that was also in crazy outfits. "We danced, drank kombucha, and watched some acro yoga." She describes dancing while sober as fun but also "a little weird." Ironically, Low says that thanks to all the action, "we actually felt a little hungover all day even though no alcohol was involved." While she doesn't plan to fit Daybreaker into her regular fitness or social routines, she's glad she tried.
Rolnik has a theory about why social events and alcohol seem inseparable. "Many people feel the pressure of having to go out and look good and be the funniest, most entertaining, most successful, most attractive, and most popular person in the room." He thinks this makes us feel crushed under anxiety to perform. Sometimes, he said, "alcohol stops being merely a pleasure and becomes a way to numb out feelings of discomfort, insecurity, unworthiness, and shame." In those situations it's important to cultivate alternative solutions.
Club Soda NYC, a "social experiment" hosted by wellness expert Ruby Warrington of The Numinous website, also has a similar message. Explaining the concept on her site, Warrington says that "modern drinking culture makes it easier, often way too easy, to choose booze as our go-to method for feeling good (by simply numbing the bad)." The Shine, an "alcohol-free variety show," hosts events in New York City and Los Angeles, which feature live music, storytelling, and meditation.
You Can Still Leave Room For CelebrationNeither Rolnik nor Agrawal think drinking is inherently bad. They just oppose dependance and support building a sense of community without it. "I don't personally think there's anything wrong or bad with alcohol or partying," Rolnik admitted. But, he said, if we want to improve our quality of life and increase opportunities for healthy fun, we must develop a skill for "sober partying." "It is vital to having a good time anywhere you are: at home, in the office, in traffic, shopping, hiking, or Thanksgiving dinner, " he said.
Drinking should be an exceptional treat, not a rule for socializing. "Alcohol or any natural drug should be done intentionally," according to Agrawal. She cited a wedding or birthday as the type of special occasion that would lead her to participate in drinking. She recommended people create intention around it and be very thoughtful about drinking in a safe space around friends you really trust. "That to me is absolutely a wonderful way to get outside your head and your body and into a different part of your brain," Agrawal said.
Taking a long walk with a friend or doing a workout class together are a few old-school ways to connect with people without alcohol.With events like Daybreaker, Agrawal hopes people will find a way to be cultivate authentic relationships without relying on alcohol as a crutch. "People who feel like they're out of place or feel like they don't have a strong community, people who feel like they lack friends and real relationships are the ones most often prone to drink," she believes. In addition to creative booze-free spaces like Conscious Family Dinner and Daybreaker, people have other ways to build these real relationships without booze. Taking a long walk with a friend or doing a workout class together are just a few ways to connect with people without alcohol.
Virgin Cocktails Are Making a ComebackImagine if you could have a delicious cocktail without the hangover. Good news: you can! Bartenders are taking virgin drinks more seriously, offering those who want to "grab a drink" without booze more options.
In my own experience, I've found mocktails are a great way to feel included in a social event when you don't feel like drinking the hard stuff. In San Francisco, I often ask bartenders to whip up whatever they're feeling and have been pleasantly surprised with fizzy and refreshing citrusy drinks that sometimes come with a cucumber ribbon or fresh mint leaves. (And they're often half the price of regular cocktails.) On a weeknight, when you're not planning to get too buzzed, you won't even notice the booze is missing.
In 2015, food industry site Eater declared a mocktail revolution. The article compared the growing beverage options for nondrinkers to improved options for nonmeat eaters. Often these options aren't on a restaurant's menu, but don't be afraid to ask.
Mixologist Brian Van Flandern, who wrote the book Vintage Cocktails, told the site, "People who don’t drink alcohol are looking for a great nonalcoholic option and are willing to pay a premium." High-end restaurants want in. Thomas Keller’s Per Se in New York and French Laundry in Napa, CA, have offered nonalcoholic beverage pairings for years, with drinks made of lavender or juniper. New York's two-star restaurant Atera offers a Temperance Pairing with its tasting menu. At $105 per person (just for the drinks!), the restaurant doing some pretty creative things, like "champine" paired with fish roe. The drink is made in-house with Douglas fir. And in London, Redemption Restaurant and Bar offers guests vegan dishes and a mocktail-only drink list.
How the Movement Fits In With Traditional RecoveryAs the "sober curious" trend gets popular, how does it fit in with people who are actually sober and in alcohol recovery? Dr. Antonio De Filippo, medical director at Ocean Breeze Recovery in Florida, thinks it's an overall positive development. His patients in recovery often crave ways to meet people besides at a bar. Events like Daybreaker or Conscious Family Dinner provide options. "One of the great positive things that can come of this is people having a venue to meet others that aren’t interested in using substances," said Dr. De Filippo.
"Having these opportunities for people in recovery is a wonderful thing because we’re naturally social animals that crave interaction."People in recovery should still be mindful of triggers to drink, like smoking cigarettes. "You can never remove all the triggers, but putting everything in a healthier context will most certainly be helpful," he said. Overall, he believes "having these opportunities for people in recovery is a wonderful thing because we’re naturally social animals that crave interaction."
If you've tried a Dry January, you may have noticed how connected alcohol is to socializing. If we want to separate the two, we have to do things that are genuinely engaging. Dr. De Filippo has some tips, which he gives his patients. "It is important to integrate social experiences with entertainment. For example, music and dancing would be helpful. Also having other nonalcoholic refreshments would be beneficial, things like juices." Essentially, we cannot just remove alcohol from socializing without adding something back. Events like Daybreaker accomplish this by providing healthy breakfast treats and "wow" factors. These entertaining experiences are more authentically fun. Alcohol, on the other hand, can sometimes act as a distraction from otherwise empty interactions.
People Crave a Consistently Healthy LifestyleAlcohol comes with some awesome health benefits. Researchers have found a link between wine and reducing the risk of Alzheimer's. And beer might be able to lower the risk of heart attacks, strengthen bones, protect against diabetes, and increase antioxidants in our bodies. In addition, moderate drinkers have been known to live longer.
"For many, the key isn't throwing out all the good with the bad. It's moderation."For many, the key isn't throwing out all the good with the bad. It's moderation. We all know the difference between having a glass of wine with a nice meal and the yucky feeling we get after drinking one (or four) too many at happy hour. The trend toward dry fun is all about avoiding the crappy physical and mental side effects that come from too much social drinking. I can't tell you how much better I feel each morning I wake up without any hint of a headache, and I've noticed my jeans fit a little looser since I stopped drinking.
The shift in attitude toward drinking appeals to the same women who consider cutting back on sugar, something alcohol has plenty of, by the way. It's about building up new habits consistent with our personal wellness goals. If you're serious about a healthy lifestyle, it's hard to honestly justify three glasses of Sauvignon Blanc after yoga or a SoulCycle class followed by a boozy brunch. By becoming more committed to social experiences without drinking, you'll amplify the benefits of your other healthy habits. And you don't even have to sacrifice the fun.
I Cut These 2 Healthy Foods and Finally Lost Weight (Nope, It Wasn't Oats or Bread!)
You heard of the freshman 15? For me it was more like the freshman 40. No joke. I was a recent vegan convert, and only having access to the dining hall meant living on pasta, bagels, french fries, and cereal (Fruit Loops are vegan!). I was a total junk food vegan. After seeing a photo of myself at my brother's wedding, it really sank in that I needed to change my habits and lose weight.
Fresh vegetables and fruits weren't part of my diet, so when I started incorporating those, coupled with running, the pounds started to fall off. But then I hit the dreaded plateau.
I instantly pointed my finger at carbs. It must be the whole-wheat pasta, quinoa, and oatmeal! But when I cut those foods from my diet, the scale still didn't budge. I actually started to gain weight. I was shocked and very frustrated. You better believe I ate a huge hunk of bread with my soup that night and said, "Eff this!"
OK, so it wasn't carbs. And my exercise routine was still going strong. One day I decided to write down everything I ate - every bite, every handful. And by the end of the day, I discovered a theme and I was shocked. The two healthy foods I was eating a ton of were dried fruit and nuts.
That day, I had eaten one-third cup each of raisins and walnuts on my oatmeal, snacked on an entire bag of dried mango (my addiction), smeared four huge spoonfuls of crunchy almond butter on my afternoon banana, and poured a tablespoon of salted sunflower seeds on my salad. And instead of just reaching for handful after handful of cashews after dinner, I actually measured - it was half a cup - over 300 calories in cashews alone!
I thought I was doing well by satiating my cravings for vegan ice cream and salty french fries with dried fruit and nuts. But the truth is, dried fruit and nuts and seeds are healthy, but they still contain calories - and TONS of them. I cut them out for two weeks, just to see if that was the issue, and the scale finally budged.
Learn from my mistake! If you're eating what you think is a healthy diet, take a look at portion sizes. Be mindful of calorie-dense foods like dried fruit, nuts, seeds, nut butters, avocado, oil, and whole grains. Dried fruit and nuts gradually made it back into my diet, but I'm more mindful of how much I'm eating. Instead of delving into a jar of peanut butter with reckless abandon, I arm myself with a tablespoon.
If You're Running on the Treadmill to Lose Weight, Don't Make These 5 Mistakes
It doesn't matter if you've been running on the treadmill for years or you just started a few weeks ago. If your goal is to lose weight, avoid these common mistakes - they could even cause weight gain!
Not Pushing Yourself
One of the best things about running on a treadmill is that you just turn it on and go! You can get into the habit of rocking the same speed during your whole workout, but steady-state cardio isn't the most efficient use of your time. You'll burn more calories and target belly fat if you incorporate bursts of sprints every few minutes. It'll require you to push past your comfort zone, but it'll save you time at the gym and help you lose weight faster. Try this 30-minute interval treadmill workout.
Fearing the Incline
Hills are hard! No wonder you don't touch the incline on your machine. But pumping up the incline, even just a little, will target your lower body more. This not only creates calorie-burning muscle mass in your booty and thighs, but it'll also help you burn more calories during your workout. Adding incline will also make hills feel easier for future workouts. Here's a "get a better butt" treadmill incline workout to try next time.
Doing the Same Run Every Day
You have your routine. You hop on your favorite machine by the window; cue your favorite playlist, podcast, or show; and do your same basic run. But your muscles get used to the demands you place on them, so you'll likely hit a weight-loss plateau. Mix things up! Aim to do a different treadmill workout every time you hop on the machine by mixing up the speed, adjusting the incline, and changing the duration of your runs. And every once in a while, use the elliptical or run outside!
Not Setting Goals For Yourself
If you don't have a running goal to strive for, it's tough to stay motivated to hit the gym. It doesn't have to be monumental like training for a marathon (although it can be!) - just something that gets you fired up. Maybe your goal is to run one mile without stopping. Maybe you want to beat your PR for the 5K. Maybe you want to increase your weekly mileage. Find a goal that speaks to you, crush it, and then set another goal!
Eating a Lot of Food After Your Workout
So this isn't exactly a treadmill mistake, but rather a mistake that commonly happens after your workout. People often think they burned more calories than they actually did (sometimes the readout on your machine can be wrong). For a 150-pound woman, a 30-minute interval workout burns just over 300 calories. If you go out for a post-workout smoothie or hit happy hour and think, "I worked out so I can eat whatever I want," then you'll eat back all those calories you just worked so hard to burn, and maybe more. Be mindful of your calories so you don't end up gaining weight!
Staring at Screens All Day Is Damaging Your Eyes - Here's How to Protect Them
In the words of Madonna, "I'm a digital girl in a digital world." Digital devices have allowed us to connect with people all over the world, but there are a few downsides to consider, like digital eye strain. If you've ever suffered from discomfort after using a digital device for longer than two hours, chances are you're experiencing digital eye strain. The Vision Council found that more than 83 percent of Americans report using digital devices for more than two hours a day, with more than half of the same group using two devices simultaneously and experiencing digital eye strain. If completely disconnecting is not an option, here are some tips to consider to protect your eyes from strain.
Remember to Blink
"When you look at a screen you're so involved that you forget to blink. The blink rate goes from 15 times a minute to five or seven times per minute," said ophthalmologist Dr. Matthew Gardiner. Blinking helps keep the front of your eye surface moist.
Follow the 20-20-20 Rule
The 20-20-20 rule is easy to implement daily. Take a 20-second break from your screen every 20 minutes and look at something 20 feet away.
Adjust Your Workspace
The Vision Council recommends positioning yourself at arm's distance away from your computer monitor. Another tip is to lower your monitor. You want the center of the monitor to be about four to eight inches below eye level and around 20 to 28 inches from the eyes. Position your monitor to avoid glare from overhead light and windows.
Increase the Text Size
Another quick fix is to increase the text size on your devices, as this will help define the content on the screen.
Reduce Glare
Using softer lighting on your devices and matte filters will reduce the glare on tablets, phones, and computers.
Check Your Prescription
Discomfort could be caused by not having the right prescription for your glasses! Be sure to get a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years.
10 Things You Can Do Every Day to Live Longer
Did you know that there are small, nearly mindless things you can do every single day to live longer? If you're looking for a healthier, extended life (meaning more time doing the things you love), then age gracefully with these simple tips. Something as small as walking a little more or drinking more water (even sleeping!) can help improve your health and your body's ability to fight off disease.
12 Healthy Snacks That Are Perfect For the Midnight Munchies
While late-night eating may not be as bad for your waistline as you think, that doesn't mean that all snacks are created equal. The best late-night snacks are easy to digest so you don't lie awake from feeling too full. Carbs are good, but it's a good idea to avoid too much fiber, protein, or fat. If your late-night eating includes buttery grilled cheese, ice cream, or gobs of peanut butter, here are a few healthier options for you. Make these low-calorie options ahead of time for quick snacking when the mood strikes!
5 Silicone-Based Lubes to Make Sex in the Water Go Smoothly
Not all lubes are created equally, and selecting the right one for your sexual activity is key to maximizing pleasure. When it comes to anal sex and water play, they specifically call for silicone-based formulas that keep friction at bay. Using a water-based lubricant in the shower, for example, isn't an ideal choice since it'll wash right off and cause things to come to a screeching halt (yeah, ouch). Instead, silicone is the way to go, whether you're getting it on in the tub (scrub it down first!) or engaging in backdoor play. But also beware of slippery surfaces, like the tile floor, as silicone is designed to be long-lasting and glassy.
Because silicone-based lubes are not water soluble - which also makes them great to use for sensual body massages - they're very difficult to wash off of sheets. So, keep your fancy Egyptian cotton far away. The good news, though, is that it washes off skin easily with soap and water. It's also important to note that while they're safe to use with condoms, they are not compatible with silicone toys and will damage them. And even though silicone is an ideal ingredient for water sex, stay away from bacteria-infested pools and hot tubs.
If you're in the market for some quality silicone lube, see five of our recommendations ahead.
The Photo That Is Helping Women Detect Breast Cancer
Earlier this week, many Facebook users were posting red hearts in support of breast cancer awareness, but one woman is opening up about why a "cute heart" isn't going to help save lives. Erin Smith Chieze posted the photo above on Facebook, giving an explicit description of how breast cancer can look and feel, and it's going viral for all the right reasons. In response to all the red hearts Erin has seen on Facebook, she explained the importance of these lemons.
"In December of 2015 when I saw an indentation that looked like one of those pictures, I instantly knew I had breast cancer," she wrote. "I tried to feel for a tumor, but my tumor was non palpable. I was diagnosed with breast cancer 5 days later and with stage 4 the following month. A heart did nothing for awareness. I knew what breast cancer was. I knew all about self exams, but a picture of what to look for keyed me into knowing I had a terminal disease."
She continued, "We need to give REAL information, not cute hearts. Without having seen a picture randomly with real information, I wouldn't have known what to look for. Do us a favor, stop playing games with my life and start truly helping people. Metastatic breast cancer treatment research and real awareness."
After feeling frustrated by the red hearts on Facebook, Erin decided to take matters into her own hands and post her touching story in an effort to help save lives the way a similar photo helped her. This image is part of the Know Your Lemons campaign started by the Worldwide Breast Cancer organization. It's an incredibly informative graphic that both men and women should use for self-exams.
"PLEASE, stop playing games that do not actually promote awareness, they often cause people to tune out anything that might even mention the word awareness," Erin wrote. "So if you truly want to help people WITH cancer, or those who will GET cancer, share photos like this one."
Find out more information about the Know Your Lemons campaign here, and check out Erin's full post below.
These Gymnasts' Ab Routine to Uptown Funk Looks Insanely Difficult
What can make four and a half minutes of nonstop ab exercises more bearable? Bruno Mars. The Gymnastics Gym Club in Calgary, Canada impressed us with a challenging ab routine set to the Grammy winner's hit "Uptown Funk." The young girls power through all types of plank and crunch variations without stopping once, making the workout look way easier than it is. Although this video was originally uploaded by their coach program coordinator back in 2015, it's still worthy of praise three years later.
Check out the video above and try following along yourself!
365 Everyday Value Foods to Support Your Weight-Loss Goals on the Cheap
If you're a regular shopper at Whole Foods, then you can understand how it earned the nickname "whole paycheck." After all, stocking up on organic food and healthy grocery staples can be pricey. Luckily, ever since Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods and the success of its in-house brand 365 Everyday Value, shopping at the grocery chain is much more affordable.
And not only can you buy 365 Everyday Value foods at Whole Foods locations, but they're also available on Amazon Prime, Prime Fresh, and Prime Pantry. Here are some of our favorite 365 Everyday Value foods that will help you lose weight and still stay within your grocery budget.
These 14 Fitness Studios Will Make You Wish You Lived in New York
The gym can get a little, well, boring after a while. And why limit yourself to just the basics when there's a city of endless workout studios out there? It can be tough to narrow down all of the options, which is where we come in. New York is the epicenter of fitness, and knowing the hot trends happening in the Big Apple is often indicative on what's to come in your own city. From the Upper West Side to even Brooklyn (and everything in between), we've found the hot spots that are a must try for fitness buffs and beginners alike.
I Did This 10-Minute Habit Every Day For 1 Week to Burn an Extra 400 Calories
I work out in the early morning four to five times a week, but other than that, because I work at a desk for eight hours straight, I feel like I don't move a whole lot the rest of the day.
So I committed to starting a new habit, one I felt would be easy to maintain because it only took 10 minutes out of my day. For one week, while keeping up with my normal four to five CrossFit classes and one yoga class, I also did one 10-minute workout video every day. That's it. I wanted to see how moving an extra 10 minutes each day would affect how I felt physically and mentally.
The Benefits
I did these 10-minute workouts after dinner. Whether it was stretching, strength training, or HIIT, during and after every single workout, I felt better than when I started. I think it was because they were so short and not too intense - sometimes long, grueling workouts can make me feel so wiped out. These gave my happiness a boost, but having just a little bit of me time also helped me feel more relaxed and focused to handle the rest of the day and set a positive tone for the next day.
Exercising after dinner helped curb my desire to want to snack before bed. I felt proud that I was exercising instead of plopping down on the couch, and I didn't want to undo it by downing three handfuls of cashews. Good habits encourage more good habits, so on those nights, I actually got to bed earlier, too.
A few times during the week, my kids wanted to do the workouts with me, so I set up yoga mats next to mine and this new habit became their new habit, too. I loved showing them that exercise could be a fun thing we could do together. It also got out some extra energy, so it helped us calm down a bit faster when it was bedtime, so I feel like I slept better.
I didn't lose weight or notice any changes in my physical appearance or fitness ability, but that wasn't my intention anyway. I wanted to see if exercising for 10 extra minutes a day and burning some extra calories would make me feel better, and it did!
What Shocked Me the Most
The thing I was most surprised at is how easy this new habit was to keep up with. I mostly did my 10 minutes after dinner, and I started to look forward to that little bit of time out of my day that was just for me. No answering emails, no doing dishes, no having to go find the missing sock my kids were looking for. It felt so good that those 10 minutes started to seem too short!
Will I Keep Going?
If you know me, you know I love doing personal experiments like these. Drinking a gallon of water a day, eating only fruits and veggies, and not eating dinner were challenges I couldn't wait to see end, but this 10-minute workout video a day is definitely something I enjoyed so much because it was quick and easy and made me feel so good. I'll try to stick with it.
The Workouts
The video workouts I chose are below. I aimed to do a mix of yoga, weights, and cardio so I wouldn't get bored and I could use them as a complement to my morning workouts. I liked that I could choose a workout based on my mood. Knowing that 10 minutes of exercise burned an extra 40 to 60 calories a day was also pretty awesome - that's about an extra 400 calories a week!
23 Breathtaking Shots of Ballerinas Against City Backdrops
Ballet can easily be appreciated on stage or in a studio, but it's even more breathtaking when seen in unconventional settings. Photographer Omar Z. Robles beautifully blends dance and street photography, and the results are nothing short of magical. His Instagram account is a collection of stories told through dancers' bodies against urban backdrops. Rather than sneakers on pavement, you see ballet shoes, and instead of leotards and mirrors, you see everyday clothing in movement on the streets of New York and Cuba.
Look ahead to see exactly what this stark contrast looks like - this will take your admiration to the next level.
A Dietitian Says to Prep This 1 Food Every Week to Lose Weight
Diet plays a huge role in weight loss, so one of the biggest questions registered dietitian Sheri Kasper gets asked by clients is what's one thing they can do right now to start losing weight. Sheri shared with POPSUGAR that she tells clients to "eat more veggies." Why? For these three reasons:
- Veggies let you volume eat: When you're trying to lose weight, reducing portion sizes is effective, but unfortunately you're left feeling restricted and hungry. Since veggies are low in calories and many are low in carbs, you can eat huge portions, feel more satisfied, and still lose weight.
- Veggies take a long time to eat: Salads and vegetables require lots of time to chew, which prevents you from scarfing down your meal too fast. This gives your brain a chance to get the memo that you're full and helps you honor your satiety cues.
- Veggies are full of fiber and water: This adds to the "I'm full" feeling, so you eat less!
To encourage you to eat more veggies throughout the week, Sheri is a huge fan of meal prepping. Here are some things you can do at the beginning of the week:
- Keep cut-up veggies in mason jars to use as a DIY home salad bar, to grab for a quick snack, or to add to dinner recipes.
- Prep freezer vegetarian soup packs so at least one meal out of the week is plant-based.
- Cook a big batch of sweet potatoes in your slow cooker or the oven to use for this almond butter, banana, and sweet potato breakfast.
- Roast a big tray of veggies at the beginning of the week to incorporate into grain bowls, omelets, and as side dishes.
- Prep a big salad that you can dig into all week long. Use lots of fun veggies (not just the standard lettuce, tomatoes, cukes!) and healthy add-ons with a variety of textures and flavors - like canned beans, chopped nuts, cooked whole grains, roasted veggies, and dried fruit - to make it exciting.
- Cook dry beans in your slow cooker to use for soups, salads, and (of course) Taco Tuesday. If you make a huge batch, freeze whole or puréed beans.
- Make mason jar salads for lunch. Prep five on Sunday and they'll stay fresh all week.
- Prep smoothie packs and include veggies like spinach, kale, carrot, and canned pumpkin.
- Cook a whole spaghetti squash in your slow cooker or oven to be used instead of pasta.
11 Desserts So Delicious, You'll Never Suspect They're Vegan - All From Amazon
Although I wouldn't label myself a vegan, I can easily say I really enjoy plant-based foods. I used to be intimidated by the diet, but after a good friend turned me onto it, I couldn't believe how good the food was. More importantly, the way it made me feel left a lasting impression. Cutting out meat and dairy from my daily meals instantly left me feeling less sluggish and my digestion system seemed so much smoother. When it comes to dessert, there are a lot of choices that are delicious and cruelty-free. We rounded up a list of some of the best sweets you can find - and they're all available on Amazon so you can have them delivered right to your door. Shop our favorite tasty treats ahead.
OMG - Kendall Jenner's Fuzzy Dress Has a Slit That Goes WAYYY Up
Kendall Jenner attended one of fashion's biggest nights of the year: the CFDA Awards. The supermodel brought the heat in a jaw-dropping look. Kendall wore a purple fuzzy dress from Alexandre Vauthier that kinda reminded us of shaggy carpet.
Kendall's off-the-shoulder look featured an asymmetrical hemline and a daring slit that went all the way up to her hipbone. The model finished off her look with Ippolita jewels. Keep reading to see all angles of her look. Then, take a look at all of the other mesmerizing looks that hit the CFDA Awards red carpet.
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