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A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
samedi 31 octobre 2020
The Best Book-Inspired Halloween Costume Ideas For the Literary-Lover
If you're a self-proclaimed bookworm, then dressing up as your favorite literary character is the best way to go this Halloween. There are countless characters to take on and plenty of bookish outfits that big readers will totally get a kick out of. From fantasy legends to real-life heros, these book-inspired costumes will make you never want to turn the page on this year's Halloween. Whether you want to pull off a funny couples costume influenced by your favorite book (see: the old man and the sea costume from Hemingway's book) or your love of books is as strong as Belle's from Beauty and the Beast, these costumes will give you all the inspiration you need to win this Halloween. Check out the best literary-themed costume ideas, ahead!
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
The Best Book-Inspired Halloween Costume Ideas For the Literary-Lover
If you're a self-proclaimed bookworm, then dressing up as your favorite literary character is the best way to go this Halloween. There are countless characters to take on and plenty of bookish outfits that big readers will totally get a kick out of. From fantasy legends to real-life heros, these book-inspired costumes will make you never want to turn the page on this year's Halloween. Whether you want to pull off a funny couples costume influenced by your favorite book (see: the old man and the sea costume from Hemingway's book) or your love of books is as strong as Belle's from Beauty and the Beast, these costumes will give you all the inspiration you need to win this Halloween. Check out the best literary-themed costume ideas, ahead!
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
Train Your Abs Like a Marathoner With Pro Runner Emily Sisson's Top Core Exercises
Core strength is crucial for running, and no one knows that better Emily Sisson, a professional marathon runner who's competed at the 2020 Olympic Trials and placed sixth at the 2019 London Marathon. (In her first marathon ever, NBD.) A strong and stable core can prevent injury and help you run more efficiently, a big plus when you're a marathoner who's running for over two hours. Sisson just took to Instagram to share a few of the exercises she does for core strength, and we're adding them to our pre-run warmup, stat.
From dead bug to glute bridge to a classic elbow plank, these moves are all focused on working the abs and glutes. One thing you won't see? Crunches. "They stress my lower back and over work my tight hip flexors!" Emily explained in the video. No complaints here! Check out the video above and take it as a PSA to always activate your core before a run.
These 15 Gift Baskets Are Just About the Easiest Gifts of All Time
Because everyone may not be getting together in person this year, it's really nice to send a thoughtful gift that everyone can enjoy. Enter the gift basket. It's just about the easiest gift imaginable because it's both thoughtful and useful, plus you don't have to wrap it! It doesn't get much better than that. We're of the mind that you can never have too much chocolate, but if you're trying to watch your sugar intake, we also found fruit and nut baskets so you can stick to your eating plan no matter where you are.
We found these 15 awesome gift baskets, and we think they'll make the absolute perfect holiday gift. Snacks, wine, and desserts are the gifts that keep on giving, and the recipient will seriously appreciate it. The best part is that all these gifts are under $100, so just keep reading to shop our picks!
Warning: These Hot Movies on Netflix This November Should Be Handled With Oven Mitts
November may not be the sexiest month of the year, but on Netflix, every movie night can be as hot as a turkey fresh from the oven. Whether you're stressed, tired, or way too full after Thanksgiving dinner, a frisky flick is always the solution. Lucky for you, Netflix has dozens of them to choose from. No matter what you're into, the streaming service has sensual movies in every genre, and we've rounded up some of the very best. Here are just some of the sexiest and steamiest films streaming on Netflix - because you deserve an erotic night in tonight.
These 15 Gift Baskets Are Just About the Easiest Gifts of All Time
Because everyone may not be getting together in person this year, it's really nice to send a thoughtful gift that everyone can enjoy. Enter the gift basket. It's just about the easiest gift imaginable because it's both thoughtful and useful, plus you don't have to wrap it! It doesn't get much better than that. We're of the mind that you can never have too much chocolate, but if you're trying to watch your sugar intake, we also found fruit and nut baskets so you can stick to your eating plan no matter where you are.
We found these 15 awesome gift baskets, and we think they'll make the absolute perfect holiday gift. Snacks, wine, and desserts are the gifts that keep on giving, and the recipient will seriously appreciate it. The best part is that all these gifts are under $100, so just keep reading to shop our picks!
Amazon Has a Huge Selection Winter Clothes We Want - Shop Our Favorites Under $50
If you're starting to feel that winter chill, then you know it's time to shop for some new warm clothes. Instead of splurging on one or two things this year, try shopping more affordable pieces so you can treat yourself to a handful of new items. We looked to Amazon because the online retailer has a plethora of bestselling styles to choose from. Whether you're looking for comfortable pants or a cozy sweater, we have you covered. Plus, everything cost less than $50, so keep reading to shop it all.
Related: 39 Fashion Gifts From Amazon So Impressive, You'll Squint at Your Screen Just to Be Sure
Here Are 20 Couples Who Had to Work Together on Screen After Breaking Up
If you've ever shipped an onscreen couple, then you probably know the feeling of satisfaction that comes with watching your favorite characters fall in love off screen. The problem: the actors playing those characters don't always stay together. There are plenty of couples who've had to work together on screen after breaking up IRL, and we imagine that the experience is pretty awkward. Even if the actors don't share intimate scenes, filming a TV show or movie with an ex means lots of time spent together. Some A-list exes have been able to stay cordial. Others, not so much. Here are just a few celeb costars-turned-couples who had to keep working together after calling it quits.
16 Disney+ Movies That Are Perfect For the Spooky Season
Spooky season is upon us, and nothing can beat the cozy, nostalgic feeling of curling up on a sofa and watching a Disney movie. Disney doesn't exactly do horror movies, but it has released its fair share of gently scary features! Now that Disney+ is fully here, you'll be able to access Disney's entire movie vault, including creepy-crawly classics. While you could sift through each Treehouse of Horror episode on The Simpsons (also on Disney+), you can check out the entertainment giant's Halloween-geared movies as well. Read ahead for Disney+'s spookiest selection of movies for both kids and adults alike, from Halloweentown to Hocus Pocus.
Train Your Abs Like a Marathoner With Pro Runner Emily Sisson's Top Core Exercises
Core strength is crucial for running, and no one knows that better Emily Sisson, a professional marathon runner who's competed at the 2020 Olympic Trials and placed sixth at the 2019 London Marathon. (In her first marathon ever, NBD.) A strong and stable core can prevent injury and help you run more efficiently, a big plus when you're a marathoner who's running for over two hours. Sisson just took to Instagram to share a few of the exercises she does for core strength, and we're adding them to our pre-run warmup, stat.
From dead bug to glute bridge to a classic elbow plank, these moves are all focused on working the abs and glutes. One thing you won't see? Crunches. "They stress my lower back and over work my tight hip flexors!" Emily explained in the video. No complaints here! Check out the video above and take it as a PSA to always activate your core before a run.
This Dua Lipa Dance Workout Is Totally Energizing - and It's Only 4 Minutes Long
YouTuber Kyra Provost, who goes by Kyra Pro and posts dance workouts to some of our favorite music, is back again with another quick, fun routine. This time, she is dancing and sweating her way through "Levitating" by Dua Lipa, featuring DaBaby.
Provost explains that she was inspired to dance to the catchy tune because Lipa recently released a new behind-the-scenes music video for the Madonna and Missy Elliott remix of "Levitating."
The video clocks in at just under four minutes, so it's the perfect upbeat midday break. With the uptempo pace and the jump-heavy choreography, you will definitely get your heart rate up. Provost does moves like squats, punches, and kicks in time with the beat of the song. Like Lipa's whole album, Future Nostalgia, the song and workout give us major '80s aerobics vibes.
Check out the full workout above, and don't be surprised when you find yourself pressing play on Lipa's other infectiously energetic songs. We know we did!
You can also try some of Provost's other dance workouts, like her boy band cardio session or her delightfully spooky Halloween medley.
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Michelle Obama Reminds Us There's "No Limit" to What We Can Accomplish When We Vote
As if you needed another reminder to vote in the presidential election, on Oct. 30, Michelle Obama and a crew of stars banded together for a PSA on Instagram to inspire those who have yet to cast their ballots, particularly women, to do so, with just four days remaining until Election Day. The former first lady, who served as the narrator, was joined by talent like Megan Rapinoe, Storm Reid, and Rachel Brosnahan in highlighting milestones in women's history and urging people to vote because their voice truly matters. "There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish when we use our voices and vote," Michelle captioned the post. "With only days left before the election, we have to keep showing up in numbers that can't be denied and voting like our lives depend on it. Vote for Joe and Kamala." Check out the heartwarming video above and be sure to vote if you haven't already.
Vanessa Morgan Looks Like a Renaissance Goddess in Her Gorgeous Pregnancy Shoot
Vanessa Morgan is expecting a baby boy, and the mom-to-be recently blessed us with a series of beautiful pregnancy photos that give us a glimpse at her growing baby belly. "I've never been more in love with my body for being able to grow & bring life into this world," Vanessa captioned one set of photos, taken by photographer Liliya Lubenkova, on Instagram.
Vanessa - who split from husband Michael Kopech in June - first found out she was pregnant on May 20, and the actress hasn't held back her excitement since. "I can't believe how much growth & strength you've already given me as your mom," Vanessa captioned an Instagram post on July 24. "It's like God knew I needed you, my angel. The universe works in mysterious ways but always times everything the way it was meant to be. Lil one you were made with so much love & already exude a light so strong it warms my belly. Thank you God for this blessing."
As excited as Vanessa is to meet her baby boy, we expect she'll be even more thrilled once he arrives and she has these beautiful photos to share with him for years to come. Scroll through all of her stunning pregnancy photos ahead.
Warning: These Hot Movies on Netflix This November Should Be Handled With Oven Mitts
November may not be the sexiest month of the year, but on Netflix, every movie night can be as hot as a turkey fresh from the oven. Whether you're stressed, tired, or way too full after Thanksgiving dinner, a frisky flick is always the solution. Lucky for you, Netflix has dozens of them to choose from. No matter what you're into, the streaming service has sensual movies in every genre, and we've rounded up some of the very best. Here are just some of the sexiest and steamiest films streaming on Netflix - because you deserve an erotic night in tonight.
Here Are 20 Couples Who Had to Work Together on Screen After Breaking Up
If you've ever shipped an onscreen couple, then you probably know the feeling of satisfaction that comes with watching your favorite characters fall in love off screen. The problem: the actors playing those characters don't always stay together. There are plenty of couples who've had to work together on screen after breaking up IRL, and we imagine that the experience is pretty awkward. Even if the actors don't share intimate scenes, filming a TV show or movie with an ex means lots of time spent together. Some A-list exes have been able to stay cordial. Others, not so much. Here are just a few celeb costars-turned-couples who had to keep working together after calling it quits.
16 Disney+ Movies That Are Perfect For the Spooky Season
Spooky season is upon us, and nothing can beat the cozy, nostalgic feeling of curling up on a sofa and watching a Disney movie. Disney doesn't exactly do horror movies, but it has released its fair share of gently scary features! Now that Disney+ is fully here, you'll be able to access Disney's entire movie vault, including creepy-crawly classics. While you could sift through each Treehouse of Horror episode on The Simpsons (also on Disney+), you can check out the entertainment giant's Halloween-geared movies as well. Read ahead for Disney+'s spookiest selection of movies for both kids and adults alike, from Halloweentown to Hocus Pocus.
Michelle Obama Reminds Us There's "No Limit" to What We Can Accomplish When We Vote
As if you needed another reminder to vote in the presidential election, on Oct. 30, Michelle Obama and a crew of stars banded together for a PSA on Instagram to inspire those who have yet to cast their ballots, particularly women, to do so, with just four days remaining until Election Day. The former first lady, who served as the narrator, was joined by talent like Megan Rapinoe, Storm Reid, and Rachel Brosnahan in highlighting milestones in women's history and urging people to vote because their voice truly matters. "There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish when we use our voices and vote," Michelle captioned the post. "With only days left before the election, we have to keep showing up in numbers that can't be denied and voting like our lives depend on it. Vote for Joe and Kamala." Check out the heartwarming video above and be sure to vote if you haven't already.
These 15 Gift Baskets Are Just About the Easiest Gifts of All Time
Because everyone may not be getting together in person this year, it's really nice to send a thoughtful gift that everyone can enjoy. Enter the gift basket. It's just about the easiest gift imaginable because it's both thoughtful and useful, plus you don't have to wrap it! It doesn't get much better than that. We're of the mind that you can never have too much chocolate, but if you're trying to watch your sugar intake, we also found fruit and nut baskets so you can stick to your eating plan no matter where you are.
We found these 15 awesome gift baskets, and we think they'll make the absolute perfect holiday gift. Snacks, wine, and desserts are the gifts that keep on giving, and the recipient will seriously appreciate it. The best part is that all these gifts are under $100, so just keep reading to shop our picks!
vendredi 30 octobre 2020
28 of the Best Beauty Gifts You Can Get At Nordstrom This Season, All Under $50
When the holidays roll around, the only thing we really want are beauty gifts. Because even though our medicine cabinet is overflowing with products, we can always use more pretty lipsticks and potent skincare. Nordstrom has always been a gold mine for beauty lovers, but right now, they've got some seriously lustworthy gifts, just in time for the holidays! And the best part is, these picks are all under $50!
We're particularly eyeing the fragrance sets, lip glosses, and facial roller because we know they're crowd pleasers. Plus, there are some fun, vibrant options if you're looking to go a little more outside the box. Keep on reading to shop our picks!
XOXO: 16 Perfect Gifts For All the Gossip Girl Fans Out There
Just because a show ends doesn't mean doesn't legacy won't live on. Thanks to Netflix, Gossip Girl is reaching a whole new crowd of fans, and you probably have a friend who is watching it for the fourth time. (Might that friend be you?) Great news: we have tons of gifting options that are perfect this holiday season. Whether you want to treat them to the book set or they're Blair fans, here's a variety of Gossip Girl-related presents they are sure to love.
- Additional Reporting by Laura Marie Meyers
15 Rattan Planters That'll Elevate Your Plant Friends and Your Home Decor Game
If you've got a green thumb, you know the struggle of trying to find the space for all your favorite indoor plants. Investing in some quality planters is like getting a mini home makeover but with tons of added benefits. Having plants around the house is a form of self-care: plants can decrease stress levels, help you get better sleep, and even keep you from getting sick by acting as a natural humidifier (living in 40-60 percent humidity leads to a slower spread of airborne viruses and a better immune response).
Making your plants look good is easy thanks to rattan plant stands. Rattan is a natural wood that's used in wicker weaves to create boho home decor that's super sturdy, long-lasting, and beautiful. Keep reading to see some of the best rattan planters available to shop right now.
28 of the Best Beauty Gifts You Can Get At Nordstrom This Season, All Under $50
When the holidays roll around, the only thing we really want are beauty gifts. Because even though our medicine cabinet is overflowing with products, we can always use more pretty lipsticks and potent skincare. Nordstrom has always been a gold mine for beauty lovers, but right now, they've got some seriously lustworthy gifts, just in time for the holidays! And the best part is, these picks are all under $50!
We're particularly eyeing the fragrance sets, lip glosses, and facial roller because we know they're crowd pleasers. Plus, there are some fun, vibrant options if you're looking to go a little more outside the box. Keep on reading to shop our picks!
Get Ready to Sweat - Jeanette Jenkins’s New Workout Is a 10-Move Bench HIIT Circuit
Jeanette Jenkins has trained celebrities like P!nk, Mindy Kaling, and Alicia Keys - and thanks to her Instagram workout videos, you can count yourself among her star-studded clientele. Along with motivational quotes and mouth-watering healthy food inspo, the trainer shares fun fitness tutorials showcasing different kinds of workouts regularly. Basically, if you're getting bored of your at-home routine or can't possibly do another crunch, you'll want to give Jenkins a follow.
Her latest post features a 10-exercise bench HIIT workout with pro football player Demarcus Ware. You can follow along solo, or grab a friend and make it a partner workout. Outside of the use of a bench, this high-energy circuit doesn't require any other equipment, but you'll want to give yourself plenty of space to complete it.
Per Jenkins' instructions, you should do 10 to 20 reps of each move, and 2 to 3 sets of the full circuit. Check out the moves below, and remember to take rest breaks whenever you need them.
- Bench hop overs
- Bench side taps
- Triceps dips
- Triceps dips with toe touch
- Bulgarian split squat (modify with stationary lunge)
- Plank jack with shoulder tap
- Reverse crunch with double leg lower
- Wide and narrow plyo push-up with clap (modify with regular push-up)
- Deceleration jumps and step up (modify with squat)
- Deceleration jumps and jump up (modify with chair pose)
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What It's Like to Navigate a Pandemic When You Have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
I shouldn't be writing this. When I tell people I have OCD, their reaction is a mix of projected shame, embarrassment, and at best, empathy. But that's not why I'm writing this now; I'm talking publicly about having OCD because in 2020, I've realized just how misunderstood the illness is.
Obsessive compulsive disorder sounds scary. Obsessive: like some stalker serial killer. Compulsive: can't stop, out of control. Disorder: something is wrong. The reality is that OCD affects more than 2 million Americans in roughly the same number of ways. The illness manifests itself in everything from counting how many times a drawer is closed to, most stereotypically, washing hands and cleaning. For people with OCD, there are "good" things and "bad" things, acceptable numbers and dedicated routines. These compulsions can either be repeated thoughts or actions, and the fears that fuel them, when said out loud, usually sound outlandish. Some may even say crazy.
I'm talking publicly about having OCD because in 2020, I've realized just how misunderstood the illness is.
OCD is listed as a disability. For some, this may conjure up a narrative that OCD is a problem, something to solve. In reality, like most disorders, OCD is likely genetic, and you learn to manage it rather than expunge it. Twenty-five percent of cases occur before the age of 14.
Always one to follow the rules, I was diagnosed at age 13 while in eighth grade. A doctor handed me a children's picture book entitled What's Wrong With My Brain?, and then asked if I watched the then-popular TV show Monk. No, I wasn't an adolescent fan of a mystery procedural starring a middle-aged germaphobe. And wait, there's something wrong with me?! The interaction was just as traumatic and laughably out of touch as it sounds. Plus, my childhood bedroom was always a mess, much to the dismay of my parents. There's no way I had what Adrian Monk had.
Related: I Have a Panic Disorder. Here's How I'm Coping With the Coronavirus Pandemic
For months, I felt guilty for creating something inside myself that was such an inconvenience for others, a trap for my brain that I seemed to be subconsciously building for years. It took a while before I came to terms with the fact that the diagnosis was not my fault. Ironically, that's the cornerstone of the illness: you can't control everything. And this year has proven that even further.
From finishing up college to coping with family crises, it's been . . . a lot. Yet 2020 would seem to applaud those with OCD. The "washing hands" aspect of OCD has been glamorized by the likes of The Wall Street Journal, which just weeks into the pandemic, published a horribly offensive article titled, "Why We All Need OCD Now." Why would we all need something that's considered a disability? That's right, because people can't remember to wash their hands for 20 seconds! Memes of being "so OCD" about cleaning during COVID-19 further mocked those who actually have it.
Of course, there have also been recent strides in de-stigmatizing the illness. Singer Camila Cabello penned a personal essay describing her journey coming to terms with her diagnosis, and TikTok stars have reached wider audiences with videos identifying OCD intrusive thoughts. On screen, films and series like HBO's Pure delivered more realistic portrayals of OCD, a far cry from characters like Monica from Friends, who used the label for laughs.
The truth is I don't mind counting myself among the likes of Julianne Moore, Leonardo DiCaprio, Howie Mandel, Charlize Theron, and other beloved celebrities who have OCD. Studies have even linked anxiety disorders to higher intelligence. It doesn't really sound like a disability anymore, does it? However, it's true that my OCD has at times been debilitating, while later absent for months on end. The "flair ups" tend to correspond with stress and uncertainty. This year obviously has brought a lot of both.
Related: I Have an Anxiety Disorder - Here Are 5 Ways I'm Coping With This Tumultuous Year
Sheltering in my apartment in New York City - at one point the epicenter of the nation's coronavirus cases - was definitely a dark experience. First of all, being inside with little to do is not ideal for someone with OCD. It can create problems where there once were none. If you don't have to be anywhere, you can start fiddling with the placement of a stack of books, or refolding the same sweater after taking it off. You might even begin to think that a new spike in cases, or the foreboding fear of contracting the virus, or the worries about your loved ones across the country, stem from you not folding the sleeve correctly. Like I said, it sounds silly, but it's true.
Being inside with little to do is not ideal for someone with OCD. It can create problems where there once were none.
If you think about the concept of a "butterfly effect," and believe that one small move can change your path, it puts a lot of pressure on simple, everyday choices. Staying indoors during the pandemic heightened my awareness of those decisions, and limited the immediate world to televised news and my bedroom. The sameness of my surroundings, coupled with the state of the nation, emphasized the need to "fix" things. Welcome back, OCD.
Over the last few months, I've needed to reacquaint myself with the tools necessary to shrink OCD's presence in my life. Sometimes I describe OCD as a separate entity that can sink its claws into me; other times I own that it's part of myself. Ultimately, I cope by saying the fears attached to my choices out loud, visualizing different possible scenarios, and acknowledging that what's happening outside is not due to whatever is going on inside my apartment. There is comfort in consistency.
Aside from the hardships of this year, I don't like to talk about my OCD. I believe it is just a small part of who I am. No one should be defined by any singular detail, much less something that feels like such a foreign and obtuse label. I probably shouldn't be writing this, but I have to, for me. It helps to talk about it, to demystify the illness, and ultimately, to learn from it. I hope 2020 can understand a little more now.
15 Rattan Planters That'll Elevate Your Plant Friends and Your Home Decor Game
If you've got a green thumb, you know the struggle of trying to find the space for all your favorite indoor plants. Investing in some quality planters is like getting a mini home makeover but with tons of added benefits. Having plants around the house is a form of self-care: plants can decrease stress levels, help you get better sleep, and even keep you from getting sick by acting as a natural humidifier (living in 40-60 percent humidity leads to a slower spread of airborne viruses and a better immune response).
Making your plants look good is easy thanks to rattan plant stands. Rattan is a natural wood that's used in wicker weaves to create boho home decor that's super sturdy, long-lasting, and beautiful. Keep reading to see some of the best rattan planters available to shop right now.
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