Kids love eating snacks. They can be a great way to boost the nutrition that your child gets every day, however, if left up to them, kids often don’t make the healthiest choices. When we’re in a hurry we often turn to prepackaged snacks because they are easy and almost every child, including picky eaters, loves them. Yet, many of these snacks are filled with sugar and empty calories rather than being nutritious. Here are some of the most popular snacks for children to avoid: 1. Juice boxes This is one of the most unhealthy kids snacks to avoid. While they are easy and convenient there are high amounts of hidden sugars in most juice boxes. Many pediatricians recommend that children under the age of one never be given juice. This is because of the high amounts of sugar they contain. Rather than packing a juice box in your children’s lunch or in the car, try switching to water or a more healthy alternative, like sparkling water with natural flavor. 2. Pre-packaged lunch packs Every parent knows that it is much easier to grab a pre-packaged lunch for their child than it is to wake up early and make a full sandwich, snacks, and drinks.

Did you know that many of the foods that humans enjoy, cats enjoy too! However, human foods should only be given to cats in moderation to prevent feline obesity, joint issues, and diabetes. Instead, you can use certain safe human foods for cats as treats or small rewards. Cats can consume categories of human foods, including fruit and vegetables, grains, dairy, and meat. Let’s take a look at some of the safest and tasty human foods for cats: 1. Meats Cats are carnivores by nature, making them natural lovers of meat.  While lean meats (i.e., chicken breast, turkey, lamb, and beef) are safe to feed cats, it’s best if all meat is fully cooked to prevent bacteria that may be found in raw meats.. Another essential tip is to avoid any meat salt or seasonings. Cats have different systems and certain spices and herbs (i.e., onions, garlic, etc.) can be toxic foods for cats.  2. Cooked eggs Eggs are generally safe to feed to cats, but please ensure they are fully cooked and not raw. Cooked egg yolk in particular provides great vitamins and minerals for cats, benefiting a shiny coat. 3. Apples Apple pieces are a great source of vitamins A and C for kitty, plus these are packed with fiber to keep digestive and bowel movements regular.

One common condition that many people suffer from is hyperhidrosis. This is a condition in which a person sweats an excessive amount or more frequently than usual. Along with more frequent sweat, patients will often soak through bedsheets and clothing, resulting in much social anxiety associated with their condition. Heavy sweating is often the result of several underlying health conditions, such as thyroid disorder or diabetes, so it’s important to know the symptoms of hyperhidrosis so you can talk to your doctor. Natural treatments for heavy sweating include: 1. Natural antiperspirants In order to treat hyperhidrosis, one of the things that you can do is use topical natural antiperspirants. These contain natural ingredients to prevent sweating while maintaining breathability of the under arms. One DIY treatment is to combine baking soda with coconut oil, fashion into a paste to apply under the arms. These substances will allow you to keep your skin dry and absorb sweat more easily. You can also apply this mixture directly to sweat prone areas such as the neck and torso. 2. Shaving Whenever you are looking to prevent heavy sweating, it is also a good idea to shave your armpits regularly. When shaving your armpits, you will eliminate under arm hair which is usually responsible for sweating in this area of the body.

Keto is one of the most popular fad diets in the world right now. In the past, people generally cut calories and exercised for weight loss, however, with the introduction of low carb diets, such as the ketogenic diet, Whole30, and Atkins, participants began cutting calories specifically via eliminating carbohydrates from the daily diet. The rules of keto focus on low carb, high protein, and high fat foods. Cutting your carb intake below 20 carbs per day puts the body into a state of ketosis, causing your body to burn fat versus carbohydrates for energy. To follow keto successfully, there are certain foods you should avoid: 1. Soda You should avoid pop or soda that contains sugar at all costs while on keto. A 20 ounce Pepsi alone includes 41 grams of sugar and carbohydrates each. That is a big eye-opener. Just imagine how many grams of sugar and carbs you intake daily, not doing keto. Instead, you should drink lots of water and black coffee. They are both sugar, carb, and calorie-free. If you still have a taste for soda, it is okay to drink diet soda, since it is still sugar-free and includes aspartame for the sugar substitute.

If you’re expecting guests for a party or dinner engagement at your home, cocktails should always be a feature on your social menu. However, many people don’t know how to make simple cocktails. Never fear, with just a few bottles of liquor (i.e., gin, vodka, whiskey, rum), and the right mix and garnish, your dinner guests will be talking about your gathering for months to come. You can prepare the following classic cocktails quite easily at home: 1. Moscow mule The ingredients in a Moscow mule cocktail include four ounces of ginger beer, one sixth of an ounce of lime juice, and one and one half ounces of vodka. It is served on the rocks, or pouring the cocktail over ice. The recipe is made by combining ginger beer and vodka in a highball glass or copper mug, adding lime juice, and stirring gently. Adding a lime peel garnish after doing so is optional. 2. Whiskey sour The whiskey sour is considered an official cocktail recipe you should know by the International Bar Association (IBA). The recipe involves two ounces of bourbon whiskey, an orange peel or cocktail cherry, one ounce of fresh lemon juice, three fourths of an ounce of maple syrup, and ice.

Feeding your dog human food can cause significant health concerns for your pet. Dogs have different metabolisms than humans, which makes digesting some foods difficult. The following list examines seven toxic foods that your dog should not consume: 1. Coffee and tea Coffee and tea are each popular beverages that many of us drink for energy, but these caffeinated drinks are not safe for a dog to consume. In fact, Fido shouldn’t consume caffeine of any type. Caffeine can speed up a dog’s heart rate, case and increase anxiety and cause symptoms including vomiting, loss of urine control, restlessness, excess thirst, and others. 2. Avocados Avocados contain persin, a toxin for dogs. Avoid serving your pooch avocados or any foods that contain the fruit. Even small amounts of avocado can endanger your dog. Persin accumulates in the dog’s heart and lungs, which causes difficulty breathing among other problems. 3. Grapes and raisins Dogs often enjoy the taste of grapes and raisins, but they’re very dangerous for them to eat. Along with a risk of choking on the small, round fruits, they contain unknown toxins known to cause illness and even death in animals. Tons of treats are sold at the pet food store designed for Fido.

Instagram fashion influencers often make it seem like they have an unlimited wardrobe at their disposal. Yet, top fashion bloggers are making statements without having to reach for their pocket books. Reimagine your entire wardrobe with these quick and easy fashion hacks: 1. Mix and match prints It’s the perfect time to bring out the prints in your closet. Make a statement by creating added layers and depth to your style. When putting together an outfit it’s not so much about making things match as it is finding pieces that complement each other. Start off subtly with accessories adding bags, belts, and earring in different textures and prints. Grow bolder by pairing florals with graphics for a bohemian style look or stripes and animal prints for a more sophisticated style. 2. Waist-cinch with a belt Body positivity is in and what better way to celebrate than accentuating your curves. Waist cinching belts work to elongate the bottom half and draw attention to your smallest feature. Try out this trend with a baggy t-shirt or oversized dress. Instagram influencer fashion inspiration is about getting creative. Ditch the Gucci belt for a DIY vintage option. The use of rope, tassels, scarves, and metal chains are on the rise and add a unique touch to your closet.

Sunglasses are worn for accessorizing as well as protecting the eyes from sun damage. This season’s trends harken back to some timeless classic shades, like ageless aviators and retro cat eye looks. The top-notch sunglass trends this spring and summer will include: 1. Oversized sunnies Big shades, which are over 64-millimeters in size are in this season. Oversized sunnies cover more skin and while being a fashion statement, also provide maximum protection against harmful UV rays. Nonetheless, these sunglasses were first a big style statement in the 1960s. Oversize sunglasses suit many face types, including oval, oblong, square, or a round face. People with heart-shaped faces should avoid this type of glasses as they tend to exaggerate and widen the forehead. 2. Wayfarer sunglasses Wayfarers have a trapezium shape with thick rims. They were initially designed by Ray-Ban in 1956. This trend has resurrected thrice with the most significant Wayfarer resurgence in the 1980s The style is synonymous with rebelliousness and independence, and this shape favors oval, round, oblong, and diamond shaped faces. This is because they tend to soften the round curves and balance the shape of the face out nicely. 3. Aviator sunglasses Aviator shades were introduced in 1936 and were specifically made for pilots to protect their eyes while on duty.

Marilyn Monroe famously said, “Give a girl the right shoe and she can conquer the world!” Today, you can conquer the world in many styles thanks to the fashionistas who laid the groundwork for this season’s footwear trends. Here are the hottest shoes for 2020: 1. Knee high boots Boots seem to get taller and taller in recent years, and recently they have been doubling as pants. Stuart Weitzman makes some of the sleekest, most stylish knee high boots on the market and it is definitely worth checking out their selection. You see this style all the time in pop culture with celebrities like Rhianna, Miranda Kerr, and Kendall Jenner constantly being spotted sporting a pair of these in public. 2. Colorful suede boots One way to compliment your monochromatic leggings is with come colorful suede boots. You can get these custom made or you can find them at your nearest department store easily. While these might not be as commonplace as the boots mentioned above, it is a great way to positively stand out amongst your friends. 3. Pumps with chain detail A great way to impress people in a casual setting is with chain detail pumps. They are often the boldest, most elegant and sleek shoes you can wear and are versatile enough to be worn almost anywhere.

There is this misconception that cats can eat human food. While some human foods may be safe to feed kitty in tiny amounts, there are several foods that can cause cats adverse health reactions, feline toxicity, and even death after consumption, such as: 1. Onions and garlic Onions and garlic contain thiosulphate, which is a chemical compound that can cause serious harm to cats. When eaten in excess, this chemical compound causes hemolytic anemia, which is a condition that is highly associated with the destruction of red blood cells. As you give your cat some chicken broth, which is highly advised, make sure you have removed all the onions and garlic to avoid this problem. 2. Chocolate Most people already know that chocolate is toxic to dogs. However, if you want to avoid feline toxicity, you must keep chocolate away from your cat. Even the tiniest bits of chocolate have been known to cause heart failure, breathing troubles, blood pressure dropping, and diarrhea, among others. Research shows that the darker chocolates, which contain more cocoa, are the most toxic. 3. Grapes, raisins, and currants Most of the fruits out there in the world have been known to cause kidney failure to both cats and dogs.