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Hilary Duff keeps it casual in ripped overalls as she enjoys some rare time to herself at lunch!
With a youngster at home and many duties preparing for an upcoming album release, Hilary Duff's days are quite busy. So it's no wonder the 27-year-old was thrilled to find the time for a solo lunch in Los Angeles on Friday, and had a big smile on her face as she arrived for the meal. The former Disney star was casual and on trend in overalls that were ripped at the knee and high-top sneakers.
Her blonde tresses were styled in waves with a centre part and rested around her shoulders, while a light touch of eyeliner and a rosy lip completed the laid back look. During the excursion, the Cheaper By The Dozen actress tucked into a meal at Zinque restaurant in West Hollywood, and later she waved to onlookers as headed to her car. Not seen was her three-year-old son Luca, who was likely being watched by her ex Mike Comrie.
Fashion designer has a great explanation for banning body-shaming terms on her site
Reality TV star and fashion designer Lauren Conrad made a surprise announcement on her highly popular website yesterday: she and her staff of fashion, health, and lifestyle bloggers would no longer be using body-shaming terminology.
Under the new guidelines, words like "thin," "slim," and "skinny" will be replaced by words like "fit," "toned," and "healthy."
Though the rule is new, Conrad said it had been coming for a long time, as the site has always been focused on body positivity:
Starting this month, we’ll be banning any body shaming terms from the site, and replacing them with words like “fit” “toned,” and “healthy.” We try do to this for the most part anyway, but now we’re making it official! The word skinny will now be reserved for skinny jeans. My editorial team and I had a long talk about it, and we want to make sure that the focus is on being fit as opposed to a number on the scale. Every body is created differently—and healthy bodies come in all shapes and sizes.
For the most part, Conrad's community embraced the change, with comments on her blog post and the Internet at large staying generally positive. On her Facebookcrosspost, criticism was more plentiful, with numerous commenters claiming that banning descriptions of certain body types would only serve to shame people with those body types instead of making people with other body types more uncomfortable.
But most readers seemed to understand and accept that the goal of the website is to promote the idea, as blog commenter olayak put it, that "anyone can be fit, toned or healthy, regardless of weight. "
Many readers and media outlets noted, however, that Conrad's various clothing lines haven't fully embraced body positivity to the level of adding plus sizes.
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7 Scary Facts About Your Makeup
In this episode of "Sick, Sad World" (you're welcome for that Daria reference), you know nothing about your makeup. Welcome to the dark side, my fellow 18-shades-of-lipstick-toting, the-cosmetics-counter-is-your-home-away-from-home beauty lovers. (I'm sorry. I'm so sorry.)
We don't have any real federal regulations on makeup in the United States.
The United States Food & Drug Administration isn't testing cosmetic ingredients because, well, they're not food or drugs. Which means things banned elsewhere (think parabens, which are linked to breast cancer; ethylene oxide, which is a known carcinogen; and octinoxate) are totally A-OK here. In fact, pretty much any chemical can be used as an ingredient.
The FDA does monitor cosmetics under the FD&C Act, which basically says as long as they aren't "adulterated" or "misbranded" they're cool to go on the market. (So no poisons, phew.) To put it frankly: In Europe there are 1,373 banned cosmetic chemicals. In the U.S.? Eight.
Companies don't have to test their products.
Well, not in any way that has to be demonstrated. Like we said, the FDA doesn't have legal authority to approve cosmetics. However, companies are "legally responsible" to ensure their product is safe. The way they can prove cosmetics safety? By saying ingredients are legit and comparing it to other similar product formulations. As long as that's done, it's fine to hit the shelf. In fact, this is a real sentence on the FDA website: "If a manufacturer does not have the technical expertise to determine the best way to ensure that a product is protected from contamination, the company may want to work with a consultant." MAY want to work with a consultant. They can't legally tell them to, because they don't have any authority over these companies.
80 percent of ingredients used in personal care products have never been tested for safety.
Wait, what?!
Fragrance can mean pretty much anything.
It can mean anything from a couple of natural oils to a straight-up chem lab. But it doesn't matter. Fragrance is fragrance is fragrance in makeup land. And it'll be labeled as such. Think of the term as a catch-all.
Organic probably doesn't mean what you think it means.
There's no true, standard definition for what can be labeled "natural" or "organic," meaning as long as it's not "misleading" in the FDA's eyes, it's passable. There are certain programs—like the "USDA Organic" logo—that work to certify bath and beauty products, but definitions vary from program to program and basically, it's all a little confusing. That body wash with cucumber extract made up of 97% of chemicals? That can be classified organic.
"Cruelty-free" and "not tested on animals"?
There are no legal definitions for these terms. None. Nada.
The average woman uses 13 products per day with 515 ingredients.
Ugh, BRB. Scrubbing my face.
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Here’s What Happens To Your Body When You Quit Smoking
If you’re smoking a cigarette right now, I have good news for you: if you don’t ever pick one up again, your body will go through amazing transformations within minutes of finishing your last one.
20 minutes after your last cigarette, your blood pressure and pulse will lower and return to normal. The temperature in your hands and feet increase.
After 12 hours, the carbon monoxide level in your blood will lower and return to normal. Blood oxygen begins to increase. You’ll feel more alert, sleep better, and be stronger.
After 24 hours, your risk of heart attack drops significantly.
After 48 hours, nerve endings begin to regrow and your sense of smell and taste will return.
After about 3 months, your circulation will improve, walking will be easier, and you’ll cough less. Lung function will be markedly improved.
Between 1 and 9 months, you’ll have less sinus congestion, fatigue, and nearly no shortness of breath.
After 1 year, your risk of coronary heart disease is half of what it was when you smoked.
After 5-15 years, your risk of stroke returns to normal, as if you never smoked at all.
At the 10 year mark, your chance of developing smoking-related cancer is about the same as a non-smoker. Diet and smoking contribute to 60% of cancers.
After 15 years, your risk of coronary heart disease and heart attack is that of a non-smoker. Your risk of death has dropped to that of a non-smoker.
You’ll also save a ton of money by not smoking too. Who wouldn’t want that?
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The Green Drink That’s Full Of Life: Refreshment For Every Part Of Your Body!
The Green Drink That’s Full Of Life: Refreshment For Every Part Of Your Body!
One more drink from the kitchen of doctor Oz, a drink with which you will, according to his words, need to drink at least once a week and it will be even better if you can do it every day. It is extremely rich with vitamins and healthy fibers, low in calories and it will do well for every part of our body.
You don’t have to strictly follow the amount of the ingredients which are listed below (if don’t have some it is OK to leave them). More or less of the mentioned ingredients won’t harm you. At the end you should get about a liter from this juice and also you may add some water in order to increase the volume. Put all of the ingredients in a blender, mix them well and serve.
Ingredients:
– 2 handfuls spinach (it is good for the brain)
– Half cucumber (it moisturizes, soothes and cleanses the body)
– 1/4 celery stems (it is good for bones)
– 1 sprig parsley (it is good for blood circulation and the heart)
– 4 leaves of fresh mint (it has great taste, soothes and relaxes)
– 3 carrots (it is good for the skin and eyes)
– 2 green apples, peeled (apples like apples they are good for all)
– 1/4 orange (it is good for the metabolism)
– 1/4 lime (it helps against kidney stones)
– 1/4 lemon (it is good for all, cleanses, soothes, refreshes and protects against viruses)
– 150 g pineapple (it is good for digestion, full of vitamins, sweet health)
– Ginger root, thumb-sized, chopped (it is good for the whole body)
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A Fun Personality Test! Choose An Eye And See What It Reveals
An eye is very complex, beautiful and intriguing. The eye symbolizes clarity, focus and purpose. The eye you are drawn to below reveals quite a bit about your personality. Choose the eye you like best to learn more about yourself. A Fun Personality Test! Choose An Eye And See What It Reveals This is a fun eye personality test! What eye are you drawn to? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9? You can choose more than 1 if you feel drawn. Here are the write ups! Does your eye choice resonate with you? What eye(s) are you? It's just for fun and I wanna see your answers! It's fun seeing who everyone is drawn to!
If you are drawn to 1,
Deep Down You Are Open. You're the type of person who will welcome almost anyone into your life and heart. You believe that it's better to take a risk and get hurt than to close yourself off to the world. You don't show the world your fears or insecurities. You believe that your problems should be dealt with privately. You try to be totally there for everyone, even if you're hurting inside. Helping others is how you heal.
If you chose eye 2,
Deep down you are Conscientious. You're the type of person who's always looking to make a good impression and do the right thing. You believe your actions make a difference in other people's lives, no matter how large or small they are. You don't show the world how worried and upset you are. You see a lot of misery and injustice that you keep to yourself. You are devoted to being the best person possible. It's the least you can do with your time on this planet.
If you chose eye 3,
Deep Down you are tortured. You're the type of person who has a very tumultuous past that still affects you today. You can't help but think that life is some sort of sick cosmic joke. You try to find your peace wherever you can. You don't show the world your darkest thoughts. You have a lot to endure, and your keeping it to yourself. Your outlook can be surprisingly sunny at times. You're an expert at picking yourself up when you fall.
If you chose eye 4,
Deep Down you are philosophical. You're the type of person who's likely to over think everything and anything. You like to get to the deeper meaning of things. You get so lost in your thoughts that it's sometimes hard to tell up from down. You don't show the world how unsure you are about everything. You may be figuring things out, but you're still confident. You see life as a puzzle, and you like playing with the pieces until they fit together. You may not ever figure out the meaning of it all, and you're okay with that.
If you chose eye 5,
Deep down you are mysterious. You're the type of person who hasn't figured yourself out, so good luck to anyone else who plans to try! You are a mash up of many contradictions, and your mood changes daily. Once find yourself, you've changed into someone else. You don't show the world much about yourself. You are a person of few words and confusing actions. You prefer to observe and learn about people before you chime in. You only say things that you are sure of.If you chose eye 6,
Deep down you are sensitive. You're the type of person who notices everything and forgets nothing. You are very in tune with the world. You feel deeply, and sometimes the silliest things can affect you. You are easily brought to laughter or tears. You don't show the world how fragile you are. You instead show people how insightful you can be. You are good at anticipating what's going to happen in your life. You are often the first one to see what's coming.
If you chose Eye 7,
Deep down you are fiery. You're the type of person who's always energetic or passionate. There's nothing subtle about you… ever. You tend to love or hate everything. You have a ton of opinions, and you make up your mind quickly. You don't show the world how anxious you are. You have a lot of energy, and too much of it means you can be quite nervous. Everything is very high stakes for you. You can’t help but build up the drama in your head.
If you chose Eye 8,
Deep down you are eccentric. You're the type of person who has unusual interests, beliefs, and practices. You've always been a bit of a weirdo. You don't care much for rules or tradition. You do things your way and let the chips fall where they may. You show the world everything about you. You have nothing to hide, and you just laugh off those who judge you. You wish everyone was more like you. There's a lot of joy in being a non-conformist.
If you chose eye 9,
Deep Down you are Intuitive. You're the type of person who understands other people and the world very well. You don't let on to how much you know. You can tell so much from someone's facial expressions or tone of voice. And you always know when you're being lied to. You show the world exactly what you want to show. Besides being good at reading people, you also know how you're being read. You know when you're being manipulated, and you know how to manipulate someone if you have to. You usually don't resort to it though!
This Is What Happens When You Drink Water Right After You Get Out Of Bed
This Is What Happens When You Drink Water Right After You Get Out Of Bed
Specific diseases that can be cured with this method
The research shows that if using the above method, the number of days the regimen must be followed to cure each disease is:
Cancer-180 days
Diabetes- 30 days
Constipation- 10 days
Gastric Problems- 10 days
High blood Pressure- 30 days
The good thing about using this treatment method is that besides the increased urination at the beginning of the program it has no side effects. Drinking water and staying active and healthy are the secrets for a longer and better life.
Both the Japanese and Chinese consume hot tea with their meals instead of cold water. Cold water solidifies the oily foods you have just eaten and slows down the digestive process. Once these solidified oils reach andthe reaction with the stomach acid begins, it is absorbed more quickly by the intestine and the intestinal wall. The long-term accumulation of these digested oils can lead to cancer. The Western cultures must adopt this practice as there is nothing to lose and everything to gain.
The current health trend is drinking water as soon as you get out of bed. The medical value of this health trend has been scientifically confirmed to be completely beneficial to our health
Drinking water when waking up has been connected to prevention and curing of certain ailments and disease such as body aches, heart problems, epilepsy, headaches, arthritis, diabetes, constipation,obesity, tuberculosis, meningitis, kidney disease, vomiting, uterine disease, gastritis,ear and throat disease.The Method:As soon as you wake up, before even doing anything else, consume four 6 ounce glasses of water. But remember if for any reason you cannot consume this amount of water at one time, you should start with as much as you can and slowly increase the amount.After brushing your teeth and performing your morning hygiene routine, wait for 45 minutes before drinking or eating anything.After 45 minutes, eat breakfast as usual, and then do not drink or eat anything in the next 2 hours.
4 Myths About Your V That Just Aren't True
4 Myths About Your V That Just Aren't True
Yeah that whole pineapple thing is total BS.
Myth #1: Pineapples will make you taste better Whether you got this one from Rick Ross's "Diced Pineapples" or just heard it through the grapevine, this myth has to be one of the most pop-culturally popular. And we're sorry to report that it's entirely untrue. "There's actually never been any food that's been proven to make anyone's vagina taste better," says Dr. Melissa Keene, clinical instructor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. But hey, pineapples are yummy, so you know, who cares.
Myth #2: Vaginas should all look the same "This is so not true, and I think it's one of the most important things for women to know," Dr. Keene asserts. "Labial lips vary in every single patient, but it's all considered normal, beautiful anatomy." In recent years there's been a surge in labiaplasties, surgical procedures to shorten the labia to make them, theoretically, "more attractive." But as Dr. Keene says, all labia are normal labia. So there.
Myth #3: You should actively clean it Vaginal washes alter your body's natural pH and change your vagina's normal, healthy environment—so stick to the basics. "When you wash, you want to use a gentle soap and water," says Dr. Keene. "And then whatever your natural smell is, that's what it's supposed to be." While it may be hard to forego our feminine products and stick to the natural stuff, it's also important to be aware of what isn't your natural smell. Dr. Keene says that a persistent fishy odor, for example, can be a sign of a bacterial infection that requires treatment.
Myth #4: Too much sex will stretch you out This is clearly a myth to scare women into chastity, right? Right?! Well, we say no more patriarchy! Dr. Keene assures that noticeable vaginal changes occur only after a woman gives birth. Think about it. A baby comes outta there. No man can rival that.
Myth #1: Pineapples will make you taste better Whether you got this one from Rick Ross's "Diced Pineapples" or just heard it through the grapevine, this myth has to be one of the most pop-culturally popular. And we're sorry to report that it's entirely untrue. "There's actually never been any food that's been proven to make anyone's vagina taste better," says Dr. Melissa Keene, clinical instructor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. But hey, pineapples are yummy, so you know, who cares.
Myth #2: Vaginas should all look the same "This is so not true, and I think it's one of the most important things for women to know," Dr. Keene asserts. "Labial lips vary in every single patient, but it's all considered normal, beautiful anatomy." In recent years there's been a surge in labiaplasties, surgical procedures to shorten the labia to make them, theoretically, "more attractive." But as Dr. Keene says, all labia are normal labia. So there.
Myth #3: You should actively clean it Vaginal washes alter your body's natural pH and change your vagina's normal, healthy environment—so stick to the basics. "When you wash, you want to use a gentle soap and water," says Dr. Keene. "And then whatever your natural smell is, that's what it's supposed to be." While it may be hard to forego our feminine products and stick to the natural stuff, it's also important to be aware of what isn't your natural smell. Dr. Keene says that a persistent fishy odor, for example, can be a sign of a bacterial infection that requires treatment.
Myth #4: Too much sex will stretch you out This is clearly a myth to scare women into chastity, right? Right?! Well, we say no more patriarchy! Dr. Keene assures that noticeable vaginal changes occur only after a woman gives birth. Think about it. A baby comes outta there. No man can rival that.
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Well This Was Bound to Happen: Kylie Jenner Is Reportedly Working on a Single with Kanye West
Well This Was Bound to Happen: Kylie Jenner Is Reportedly Working on a Single with Kanye West
The perks of having Yeezy as your brother-in-law
In case you weren't aware, Kylie Jenner can sing. The reality star posted a clip of herself crooning on Snapchat earlier this month, surprising her followers with some sultry vocal skills:
And we recently learned on Keeping Up with the Kardashians that Kylie has taken up lessons to hone her craft and pursue it professionally.
Next step? Release a single, of course. But not just any single: The 17-year-old is reportedly collaborating with brother-in-law Kanye West on the upcoming track. No word on any official release date, but we're betting Kris Jenner will have no problem adding music mom-ager to her lengthy resume.
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