April 12, 2019 at 06:38AM by CWC When history repeats itself three times, the event in question becomes fair game to be called a trend—and that principle explains why people of the world have grown so used to seeing a royal baby birth announcement via a photo call not long after the birth itself. But leave it to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to break royal protocol; according to a statement from Kensington Palace, “Their Royal Highnesses have taken a personal decision to keep the plans around the arrival of their baby private.” Yeah, that’s right, Meghan and Harry aren’t displaying the baby Simba-style, à la Kate Middleton and Prince William mere hours after birth. And to that I say, good. Good. ICYMI, this royal tradition calls for the brand-new parents of a very-fresh baby to showcase their bundle of joy for a photo call, like, as soon as everyone’s toweled off and clean-ish. Princess Anne did it after the birth of her son Peter Phillips, while Princess Diana and Prince Charles formally posed on the Lindo Wing steps of St. Mary’s Hospital for the births of Prince William and Prince Harry. Most recently, Kate Middleton posed immediately after the births of Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, which has stressed me out every single time. It’s not because the Duchess of Cambridge hasn’t looked incredible each go-around, because, duh, she absolutely has. Rather, she seems so absolutely exhausted on those steps. You know, like she just delivered a
Month: April 2019
Finding healthy food at Disney World is easier than wishing on a star with this handy guide
April 12, 2019 at 06:00AM by CWC There are few places people are more passionate about than Disney World. Dubbed “the happiest place on Earth,” the resort has upbeat music playing everywhere, is void of sarcasm and negativity, and there are fairytale characters walking around like it’s NBD. Every year, over 40 million people flock there for family vacays, weddings, and honeymoons. People who love Disney World really love Disney World. But between racing around trying to get a selfie with Mickey, waiting in line for Space Mountain, and completely losing it at the Haunted Mansion, a girl’s gotta eat. “Disney World is very good at making the whole experience magical and happy, including the eating,” says registered dietitian Lindsey Joe, RD. “They’ve done a wonderful job over these last several years in terms of accommodating more and more food allergies and food preferences, so there are plenty of options for people.” While you won’t find this online, Joe says that every restaurant at Disney World—including fast casual restaurants, not just sit-down places—have pamphlets with a grid of the most common food allergens—including gluten, eggs, dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, seafood, and soy—while highlighting options eaters with these restrictions *can* order. “If you tell the waiter about your dietary needs, they will really work with you,” she says. Of course it helps to be prepared, too—which is where this handy guide comes in. Joe helped us compile a list of healthy meal options at Disney World for people who are vegan,
Think you’ve mastered the plank? Get back to me after you flip it and reverse it
April 12, 2019 at 05:30AM by CWC My least-favorite strength training move is utterly unavoidable. It shows up in almost every workout routine. But with endless variations, from the windshield wiper to the dreaded seal walk, I’ve come to learn that the plank is a necessary evil, and one that delivers impressive results. If by some miracle you’ve mastered the movement, you should try to flip it and reverse it. That’s right, it’s time to add the reverse plank to your gym shuffle. Blink Fitness program manager Phil Timmons says reverse planks target very different muscle groups. “Normal planks target anterior chain muscles, and reverse planks target posterior chain, [such as] hamstrings, glutes, lats, scapular retractors, and rotator cuff muscles,” he says. To lift into one, lie on your back, place your hands by your hips with your fingertips facing your feet, and press your hips upward so that your feet and hands are the only part of your body touching the ground. Make sure your body is “straight and stiff as a surfboard,” your hips in line with your shoulders and ankles. Squeeze your belly button in toward your low back. Shoulders should also be set down and back, explains Timmons. As you may have gleaned from the description, one of the most challenging parts of the reverse plank is the shoulder mobility it requires, says Brandon Hirose, a trainer at Crunch Gym. Check in with your joints and flexibility before giving your muscles the green light (i.e., work
Your Kids Will Find Sex Online — Here’s What Parents Should Do
April 12, 2019 at 05:22AM First thing’s first: Educate *yourself* about sex and the internet. Continue Reading… Author Kelly Gonsalves | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
6 LGBTQ-matchmaker approved ways to find queer-positive love offline, IRL
April 11, 2019 at 06:00AM by CWC A recent study, using nationally representative data, of how people in the United States meet romantic partners found that 65 percent of LGBTQ+ couples meet online (whereas, for perspective, the same is true for only 39 percent of heterosexual couples). And the stat, says one prominent inclusive matchmaker, really isn’t staggering. “One of the biggest challenges when you’re queer is figuring out if the people who might be interested in are also queer,” says Kara Laricks of Three Day Rule. “Dating apps remove the hurdle of having to guess.” That’s largely why I joined the pool of queers looking for love after my last breakup and promptly began swiping. I went through the motions of engaging in half-baked conversations, then after I got my hit of attention, I’d slither away like a ghost before there was any any mention of potentially meeting up IRL. Call it karma, but once I was ready to actually meet cute potential partners, the sheer monotony of swiping felt stifling, and also about as romantic as a case of norovirus. As Laricks says, “Online dating dating may take away the guessing aspect for the LGBTQ+ community, but that doesn’t mean we’re immune to online dating fatigue (ODF).” Tinder burnout aside, Laricks says it’s totally possible to find love as an LGBTQ+ person without the help of an app—it just takes a little savvy and intel. Scroll down for 6 matchmaker-approved tips to meet LGBTQ+ singles without dating apps.
The chilled-out nighttime ritual that helped me drop my screen time use by 25 percent
April 12, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC Full disclosure: I have always eyed certain aspects of the wellness world with a dose of passive skepticism. For instance, I look at crystals and think they’re neat in a Fortress-of-Solitude way, but I don’t buy into the idea that quartz-fondling is going to make me rich. The same goes for dry brushing. I respect its Ayurvedic origins and fully acknowledge that it can stimulate circulation and soften skin. But I’ve not seen any scientific evidence that it will, as some claim, remove toxins or eliminate cellulite. (I’ve got my fair share of both, for the record, and they ain’t going nowhere.) And yet, upon seeing Nourish by The Now Copper Dry Brush ($42), I wanted to know more. The brush has copper bristles, which purportedly generate negative ions—invisible molecules with more electrons than protons—to “counter the effects of digital technology.” For some people, I’m sure technology brings with it happiness and overall satisfaction with life; however, for me, it’s an always-on factory that churns out bad feelings. So naturally, I’m open to anything that will make me feel better about the hours I spend parked in front of my laptop. There’s some research that suggests negative ions might actually be able to do that. Back in the ’90s, a Columbia University study found a correlation between negative-ion exposure and feeling less depressed; a recent literature review suggested that, while more research is needed to explore other claims around negative ions, there’s real
6 Toxic Money Thoughts Keeping You From Making What You Deserve
April 12, 2019 at 03:11AM It’s all about being mindful of your thoughts. Continue Reading… Author Magalie René | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
7 reasons for adding grapefruit to your morning meal
April 12, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC I used to have a boss who would walk around the office and hand out oranges to everyone as he walked to his desk. On the surface, it seems like a nice gesture, but I always had the sneaking suspicion he only did it so no one had an excuse to use a sick day. After all, oranges are packed with vitamin C. But you know what would have worked even better to keep us all healthy? Grapefruit. It turns out they’re more nutrient-dense than their smaller, orange cousin. Right now we’re still in grapefruit season (which lasts until May or June) making it the perfect time to stock up. And if you’re looking for a reason to do so, how about seven? Keep reading for the nutritional low-down on why having grapefruit at breakfast is so beneficial, plus some ideas on how to enjoy it. What are the health benefits of grapefruit? 1. It’s great for your immune system. Exhibit A of all that glorious nutrient density: grapefruits are a good source of vitamins A, C, and E—a trifecta that works together to keep the immune system up. (Specifically, one whole grapefruit has 77 mg of vitamin C—more than what you’d get in a large orange.) So you know those times of the year when everyone in your office seems to be sick? (Um, like right now?) It’s the perfect time for some grapefruit. 2. Eating grapefruit regularly is linked to higher
These Are 9 Of The Best Natural Skin Care Products At Ulta For Under $30
April 12, 2019 at 02:42AM From overnight masks to CBD soap to organic face oils. Continue Reading… Author Stephanie Eckelkamp | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Beat the wanderlust rush and visit these worldwide destinations before they become total hot spots
April 12, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC Even for seasoned travelers, the planning prerequisite to getting away can be a serious undertaking. Recommendations are often as hard to come by for less-trodden locales as they are for bespoke experiences in more visited spots. That’s where Travel Anywhere (and avoid being a tourist), can provide the exact actionable and helpful inspo wanderlusters need. Available April 16, the book by Pavia Rosati and Jeralyn Gerba, co-founders of travel website Fathom, provides of-the-moment travel tips and spotlights trends—like getting off the grid for an unplugged vacation, enjoying a wellness-focused trip, and taking advantage of volunteering opportunities around the world. But before you plan your itinerary, you have to pick a destination. Below, find an exclusive excerpt from Travel Anywhere that outlines the places around the world everyone will be talking about. No matter what you’re looking for—warm or cold, relaxed or fast-paced, near or far—there’s a spot worthy of adding to your travel bucket list. Using the following exclusive excerpt from Travel Anywhere, plan your next trip to the places everyone will be talking about. We don’t play favorites when it comes to travel destinations. We want to go everywhere. But making a list of the top timely destinations helps us determine where to go now. Places, like trends or people, can have their moments, fueled by forces that are obvious—big cultural openings, national anniversaries, global sporting events—or intangible. (Ever notice how all the trendsetters seem to suddenly flock to a certain island