utorak, 4. veljače 2020.

What makes Jennifer Lopez look younger by the years



 The abs. That face. How is it that Jennifer Lopez looks almost exactly the same as when she made her debut in 1991? Some would argue she looks even better than when she was a Fly Girl on In Living Color. The answer is straightforward: hard work. She sticks to a strict diet and workout regimen.


She opts for organic fruits and veggies.

Lopez doesn't eat processed foods and sticks to organic produce — kale with crumbled queso and toasted pumpkin seeds, or broccoli, peppers, and zucchini drizzled with vinaigrette. She might have a salad and salmon for lunch. Come dinnertime, she may go for a different protein. "I like pork and chicken, especially Puerto Rican style!" she told Us Weekly. 




And she drinks a ton of water.

Hydration is super key and a for Lopez, it's a link to great exercise. "Drinking plenty of water, especially before a workout, can help you push harder and get more out of your exercise routine," she told Hello!


She uses protein to stave off cravings.

J.Lo will drink a protein shake for breakfast, she told People. It's packed with whey protein, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, Greek yogurt, cinnamon, honey and lemon juice to kick off her morning. "Protein is my go-to," she told Hello!. "It fills me up and keeps me full longer." 


She's not snacking on potato chips.


"I always have healthy snacks, like fruits and vegetables, with me," she told People.


But there is room for chocolate chips.

The World of Dance judge might pose with a cake, but she rarely eats it. If Lopez does go for dessert, her guilty pleasures are chocolate chip ice cream and chocolate chip cookies, her fiancé, Alex Rodriguez, revealed on The View. However, when she went on a 10-day no sugar/no carbs challenge, she went through major sugar withdrawal.

She switches up her exercise.

Of course, her main way to sweat is dance. "Dance has always been a huge part of my life and taking the time to move my body and do something that's so good for me is key to my happiness," Lopez told Hello! "And I really believe that when you take care of yourself and work to stay healthy, you're better able to take care of those you love. So working out is definitely a priority for me."
And (little known fact!) she was a track star in high school, according to A-Rod.


She doesn't give in to vices.

"I don't drink or smoke or have caffeine," J.Lo told UsWeekly. If she does have coffee, it's decaf. 


She is not a sun worshipper.

"I'm rarely in the sun, but if I am, I wear a lot of sunscreen," Lopez told UsWeekly. She's also been known to sport a big hat and a cover-up to ensure she's well protected. Source: womansday




subota, 1. veljače 2020.

Healthy Lifestyles, Healthy Outlook



 Резултат слика за healthy


Healthy Lifestyles

A healthy lifestyle can help you thrive as you move through your life's journey. Making healthy choices isn't always easy – it can be hard to find the time and energy to exercise regularly or prepare healthy meals. However, your efforts will pay off in many ways, and for the rest of your life.

Steps you can take:



  • Be physically active for 30 minutes most days of the week. Break this up into three 10-minute sessions when pressed for time. Healthy movement may include walking, sports, dancing, yoga or running.
  • Eat a well-balanced, low-fat diet with lots of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Choose a diet that's low in saturated fat and cholesterol, and moderate in sugar, salt and total fat.
  • Avoid injury by wearing seatbelts and bike helmets, using smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the home, and using street smarts when walking alone. If you own a gun, recognize the dangers of having a gun in your home. Use safety precautions at all times.
  • Don't smoke, and quit if you do. Ask your health care provider for help. UCSF offers a smoking cessation program.
  • If you drink alcohol, drink in moderation. Never drink before or when driving, or when pregnant.
  • Ask someone you trust for help if you think you might be addicted to drugs or alcohol.
  • Help prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV/AIDS by using condoms every time you have sexual contact. Keep in mind, condoms are not 100 percent foolproof, so discuss STI screening with your provider. Birth control methods other than condoms, such as pills and implants, won't protect you from STIs or HIV.
  • Brush your teeth after meals with a soft or medium bristled toothbrush. Also brush after drinking, before going to bed. Use dental floss daily.
  • Stay out of the sun, especially between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. when the sun's harmful rays are strongest. Don't think you are safe if it is cloudy or if you are in the water, as harmful rays pass through both. Use a broad spectrum sunscreen that guards against both UVA and UVB rays, with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. Select sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of the sun's rays.

Healthy Outlook

You may feel pulled in different directions and experience stress from dealing with work, family and other matters, leaving little time for yourself. Learning to balance your life with some time for yourself will pay off with big benefits – a healthy outlook and better health.

Steps you can take:

  • Stay in touch with family and friends.
  • Be involved in your community.
  • Maintain a positive attitude and do things that make you happy.
  • Keep your curiosity alive. Lifelong learning is beneficial to your health.
  • Healthy intimacy takes all forms but is always free of coercion.
  • Learn to recognize and manage stress in your life. Signs of stress include trouble sleeping, frequent headaches and stomach problems; being angry a lot; and turning to food, drugs and alcohol to relieve stress.

    Good ways to deal with stress include regular exercise, healthy eating habits, and relaxation exercises such as deep breathing or meditation. Talking to trusted family members and friends can help a lot. Some women find that interacting with their faith community is helpful in times of stress.
  • Get enough sleep and rest – adults need around eight hours of sleep a night.
  • Talk to your health care provider if you feel depressed for more than a few days. Depression is a treatable illness. Signs of depression include feeling empty and sad, crying a lot, loss of interest in life, and thoughts of death or suicide. If you or someone you know has thoughts of suicide, get help right away. Call 911, a local crisis center or (800) SUICIDE. Source: ucsfhealth