Healthy eating

Michelle Pfeiffer Gracefully Turns 65, and We Adore Her Aging Philosophy

Michelle Pfeiffer Gracefully Turns 65, and We Adore Her Aging Philosophy
People
4 months ago

Michelle had a low-key and intimate celebration to mark her 65th milestone, and she gave her Instagram fans a glimpse of the special day. And the actress’s followers were quick to notice how naturally radiant she looked, especially in an industry that tries to reverse signs of aging at any cost.

Heidi Klum, 49, Reveals the Secrets to Her Natural Beauty

Heidi Klum, 49, Reveals the Secrets to Her Natural Beauty
People
6 months ago

At 49, Heidi Klum feels younger than ever and hopes to have another child with her husband, musician Tom Kaulitz. The supermodel is known for her ageless beauty and youthful appearance, which she attributes to her healthy eating habits, regular exercise, and good skincare. And the beauty tips that help her maintain her youthful glow are very easy to follow.

Help Me. I Don’t Love My Newborn Baby

Help Me. I Don’t Love My Newborn Baby
Family & kids
7 months ago

According to studies, about 20% of new mothers and fathers don’t feel an emotional attachment to their newborn babies. For some parents, this lasts only a few hours after delivery, while for others, this can take weeks or even months. One Bright Side reader was concerned about why she couldn’t establish an emotional connection with her baby, so she wrote us a letter asking for our advice.

You Are Not Doomed to Age Like Your Parents, Here’s Why

You Are Not Doomed to Age Like Your Parents, Here’s Why
Curiosities
3 weeks ago

Imagine being born old and getting younger for the rest of your life. Well, we’ve seen this movie before, haven’t we? Benjamin Button taught us some valuable lessons. As we get older, our body changes. Our habits, our likes and dislikes, our emotional intelligence, all of this changes with time. But what exactly is aging? And how come every living being on the planet is subject to it?

You Can Now Buy a Tiny Vacuum Cleaner to Remove Crumbs From Your Desk and Bed

You Can Now Buy a Tiny Vacuum Cleaner to Remove Crumbs From Your Desk and Bed
Shopping
10 months ago

Funny thing: the state of our environment seems to encourage different kinds of behavior. Keeping your table tidy can promote healthy eating and generosity while maintaining a picturesque mess can boost creative thinking. No matter what your choice is for today, you can always delegate tidying up to this tiny helper.Also, don’t forget to check out our bonus section, where we compiled all kinds of portable devices for easy cleaning.

8 Celebs Who’ve Made Peace With Their Bodies and Chose Happiness

8 Celebs Who’ve Made Peace With Their Bodies and Chose Happiness
People
year ago

Nowadays, it seems more and more difficult to accept ourselves for who we are. Social media has normalized the use of editing apps and software to achieve the so-called perfect body image. But the truth is, there’s no such thing as the perfect body image. Every single body is beautiful in all its faults and forms.

8 Trends That Became Viral but Can Do More Harm Than Good

8 Trends That Became Viral but Can Do More Harm Than Good
Curiosities
year ago

Famous family recipes and old wives’ tales are passed along from generation to generation. Many of them were given to us by our grandmas, and to them by their grandmas, and so on. All in all, most of them were proven over time and are completely healthy and safe. Which we cannot say about many of today’s trends. They suddenly appear out of nowhere and are copied and applied without giving them any thought. When we really should be carefully examining them.

11 Products That Are Disguised as Healthy but It’s Actually Not True

11 Products That Are Disguised as Healthy but It’s Actually Not True
Cooking
year ago

Everyone has heard about the importance of healthy eating. For some it’s a physiological necessity, for others it’s a lifestyle. Many people prefer to buy products that are considered “healthy.” However, it’s not quite clear if these goods are truly affecting our health positively or whether it is another marketing trick.

What Might Happen to Your Skin If You Stop Eating Salt

What Might Happen to Your Skin If You Stop Eating Salt
Health
year ago

When we decide to start eating healthy, salt is often one of the first things we want to banish from our diet once and for all. While it is true that eating too much salt is harmful to your health, not getting enough sodium on a daily basis can also affect your overall wellbeing. Sodium is an essential electrolyte that is responsible for keeping fluid within the cells of your body, and cutting it out of your diet completely might not be the best choice for the health and beauty of your skin.

10 Things We Do as “Good” Parents That Actually Harm Our Children

10 Things We Do as “Good” Parents That Actually Harm Our Children

Being a parent is something you learn from the moment you hold your baby in your arms, and unfortunately there is no book that explains how to do it, so it is normal that, basically, everyone does whatever they can. In that learning adventure, there may be attitudes and things we do as parents that we think are beneficial for our children, but in reality, they have negative undertones.

What Happens If You Stop Eating Sugar Altogether

What Happens If You Stop Eating Sugar Altogether
Health
year ago

Sugar is often the first thing we want to banish from our diet when we start eating healthy. But there are actually good sugars, such as sugarcane or those found in fruits and vegetables that can benefit your health and your looks. When consumed in moderation, good sugars can satisfy your sweet tooth, calm your nerves, and may even keep you from gaining weight.

10 Rules That Little Princes and Princesses Around the World Have to Follow

10 Rules That Little Princes and Princesses Around the World Have to Follow
People
year ago

There’s no doubt that being born into a royal family has its perks. However, with such a title comes great responsibility and some strict rules that must be followed regardless of age. We know that little royals are kids after all, but some of the guidelines they have to follow remind us of how their upbringing is worlds apart from our own childhood.

13 Phrases Parents Use That Can Push a Kid to Seek Therapy in the Future

13 Phrases Parents Use That Can Push a Kid to Seek Therapy in the Future
Family & kids
2 years ago

Within the last decades, parents have started to spend more time with their kids. This means that modern mothers and fathers approach the question of their child’s upbringing more responsibly and this fact makes psychologists and teachers happy. But even the most responsible parent is not completely protected from mistakes. For example, using random and not-well-thought-out phrases can affect a kid’s mental well-being.

Why You Still Don’t Have a Six-Pack After Doing 1000 Crunches a Day

Why You Still Don’t Have a Six-Pack After Doing 1000 Crunches a Day
Health
2 years ago

At times, you might think it’s impossible to get that shredded 6-pack, even though you’ve been doing ab exercises for ages. But there’s no reason to get desperate. People who already have that perfect look often say that “abs are made in the kitchen.” And it seems like this curious phrase might be the secret to success.

8 Tips for How to Make Your Child Eat Healthy Food

8 Tips for How to Make Your Child Eat Healthy Food
Family & kids
2 years ago

A research team from the UK discovered that 46% of children refuse to eat vegetables. Moreover, 75% of surveyed parents expressed concerns over their kids’ nutrition. It’s quite understandable that we want to give our children all the vitamins they need to grow strong and healthy. The only obstacle is that some kids constantly act up about eating fruits and vegetables, but have no fear, there might be a solution.

15 Celebrities Who’ve Started Growing Their Own Fruits and Vegetables at Home

15 Celebrities Who’ve Started Growing Their Own Fruits and Vegetables at Home
People
3 years ago

Edible gardens have become a trendy thing to do in recent years, and because you don’t need a large amount of land to grow your own vegetables, this hobby has spread throughout the world. In many cities home rooftops have been converted into small-scale fruit and vegetable orchards. It seems that this initiative is appealing to everyone, and clearly celebrities were no exception. Actors like Julia Roberts, Jennifer Garner, and Natalie Portman, among others, have shared pictures of their crops on their social media, but for some it goes beyond a regular hobby. Jack Gyllenhaal is one activist who is eager to share his passion for sustainable food.

22 Dieting Tweets That Can Make You Laugh So Hard, You Might Even Lose Some Calories

22 Dieting Tweets That Can Make You Laugh So Hard, You Might Even Lose Some Calories
Curiosities
year ago

The struggle of trying to eat healthy is well-known to us all. One day, you are cooking healthy dishes like it’s your job, feeling satisfied with every meal you have. The next day, you are craving a pizza and wishing you had never started your diet. To keep up the good mood, many people share their experiences about dieting on Twitter, which more often than not becomes the topic of many jokes. At least they show that no one is alone in their struggle to maintain a healthy diet.

8 “Healthy” Foods That Can Actually Be Bad for You

8 “Healthy” Foods That Can Actually Be Bad for You
Health
year ago

Eating healthy is just a matter of awareness. Unfortunately, the food industry has made it harder sometimes to actually know what is healthy and what is not, by placing misleading advertisements and labels on what is actually junk food.

10 Wise Rules That Our Parents Followed, but That We’ve Forgotten

10 Wise Rules That Our Parents Followed, but That We’ve Forgotten
Family & kids
3 years ago

When we become parents ourselves, we realize our own parents might have had more sense than we usually give them credit for (and they probably realized the same thing about your grandparents!) Even today, we can admit that a lot of the words of wisdom families of the past used to live by... are actually pretty good advice.

12 Foods That Can Harm You If You Eat Them at the Wrong Time

12 Foods That Can Harm You If You Eat Them at the Wrong Time
Health
year ago

Nowadays, the average person in the US consumes about 20% more calories than their ancestors did in the last century, according to research. And although people are getting more conscious about their diet, it’s not always easy to get all the healthy eating rules right. For example, eating apples at the wrong time can actually cause bowel problems instead of improving your digestion. Luckily, it’s not rocket science, and the basic rules are pretty easy to follow.

7 Japanese Exercises That Are Perfect for the Female Body

7 Japanese Exercises That Are Perfect for the Female Body
Health
4 years ago

Did you know that Japanese women have been holding the world record for longevity for more than 25 years? They do not get old and amaze the world with their ideal physical shape. It is no wonder since exercising (supported by healthy eating) is one of the great secrets of perfection in Japanese culture.

7 Harmful Foods We Often Give to Our Children

7 Harmful Foods We Often Give to Our Children
Health
year ago

Many children start eating foods that contain a lot of sugar at a very young age. This causes a child’s taste buds to reduce their sensitivity, so normal food doesn’t seem appealing anymore. There are also foods that children shouldn’t eat because of the physiological characteristics of their body.

4 Types of Toxic Cookware to Avoid and 4 Safe Alternatives

4 Types of Toxic Cookware to Avoid and 4 Safe Alternatives

Most people these days are aware of the importance of eating healthy. However, not everyone knows that the cookware used to make the food is almost as important as the food itself. Even the healthiest diet can result in health complications if your cookware is toxic.

15 Things Dieticians Want You to Know About Weight Loss

15 Things Dieticians Want You to Know About Weight Loss
Health
year ago

Weight loss has become the chief concern of most of today’s population. It’s a fad now to try different exercise regimens and various kinds of diets. However, there isn’t much reality in what’s believed to be true about these weight loss tricks. A few sachets of tea or saying goodbye to your favorite food may not be all that you need.