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Proof That Eating Salad Isn’t Always A Great Idea For Weight Loss Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/April 15, 2021 12:53 pm EST We’ve all heard it, and many of us have even said it before — after chowing down on a “cheat food” such as chili cheese fries or a doughnut, the typical comeback is “I’ll just have a salad for dinner.” Some even take it farther, stating the intention to live off nothing but salad in the days leading up to a class reunion, a wedding, a beach trip, or some other occasion on which one typically wants to appear at one’s slimmest and trimmest....

The character of Ravi in Jessie was written for Karan Brar David Livingston/Getty Images It’s hard to imagine Jessie without Ravi, but the original concept for the show didn’t have the character in it. When Karan Brar auditioned for the hit Disney show, it was for the role of Luke, which ended up going to Cameron Boyce instead. Losing the role wasn’t the end for Brar, though. The young actor’s several auditions for the part were so impressive that the role of Ravi was written especially for him....

Ruben Studdard Reveals The Difference Between His American Idol Season And Today Shutterstock By Sam Ramsden/June 11, 2021 10:10 am EST The long-running reality competition series “American Idol” has been a TV staple ever since the show’s inception back in 2002. Over the years, audiences have witnessed a string of incredible “Idol” success stories, including the likes of Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Ruben Studdard, the latter of whom was crowned winner of the show’s second season back in 2003....

Don’t reveal too much about your past Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images The series launched in 2012 follows five members of the Amish community seeking to leave the strict religion (via IMDb). Cameras capture the lives of these young men and women as they break out from the confines of the Amish and Mennonite communities and explore New York on their journey into adulthood, and a potential life outside the tight-knit Amish and Mennonite communities, per TLC....

The Best Silhouettes For An Athletic Body Shape Shutterstock By Camila Barbeito/April 26, 2021 4:23 pm EST If you find yourself in-and-out of the gym more often than not, or are an avid swimmer, runner, or overall sports lover, you might have a gorgeous athletic body shape. If you have this kind of shape, there are tons of silhouettes that will highlight your toned arms and shoulders, while helping further define your waistline....

The Most Popular Kitchen Features, According To Instagram Shutterstock By Elizabeth S. Mitchell/April 26, 2021 12:04 pm EST Kitchen fads shift with the times and the seasons, and once the only way to know which features were “hot” and which were “not” was to open a home decor magazine or talk to an interior designer. But these days, one only need open their social media apps to see drool-worthy kitchen makeovers and pretty new features....

The Untold Truth Of The Kentucky Derby Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/April 27, 2021 4:27 pm EST The Kentucky Derby is called the greatest two minutes in sports, which for sports enthusiasts, is the beauty of it. Admit it, unless you’re a true football fan AND your team’s in the Super Bowl, it’s hard to stay riveted to each and every moment of the action. What makes it worse is that you just know that a game-changing play is going to occur when you’re in the kitchen grabbing another beer out of the fridge (or in the bathroom making room for more beer)....

When you’re all by yourself, Rashida Jones is ready to help Expedia/YouTube Oh, Ann, you beautiful tropical fish! As Leslie Knope says, she’s “smart as a whip” and she’s “cool under the pressure,” and it seems like the same holds true in this new commercial. Yep, the new face of Expedia is Rashida Jones, the actress who played Ann Perkins on “Parks and Recreation.” You might also know her as Joya Barris from “#BlackAF,” the titular star of “Angie Tribeca,” and Karen Filippelli from “The Office....

Chrissy Teigen Has Some Thoughts About The End Of Kim And Kanye’s Relationship Shutterstock By Joey Keogh/April 21, 2021 11:10 am EST Kim Kardashian and Kayne West’s split has been messy, to say the least. As ET reported, although the reality star filed for divorce in February 2021, it took until April for West to respond. There’s an iron-clad prenup in place, of course, which thankfully neither party is contesting. Likewise, both are intent on keeping things as clean as possible for the sake of their kids....

Does Heartburn While You’re Pregnant Really Make Your Baby’s Hair Grow? Shutterstock By Hope Campbell/May 9, 2021 11:28 pm EST Sometimes it feels like the moment you announce you are pregnant, friends and family have all the advice in the world. As the pregnancy progresses and different symptoms and traits of gestation arise, the old wives’ tales come out, too. One such tale suggests that, if you suffer from heartburn during pregnancy, your baby will be born with more hair....

Donald Trump Jr. Doesn’t Hold Back In His Tweet About Meghan And Harry Joe Raedle/Getty Images By Elizabeth S. Mitchell/March 9, 2021 9:52 am EST After Prince Harry and Meghan Markle sat down with Oprah on Sunday, March 7, to set the record straight about why they chose to uproot their traditional royal life in England to live as independent citizens in California, a great number of people expressed sincere appreciation for the candid nature of the interview, and for the respect the couple clearly demonstrated for Queen Elizabeth II and for the rest of their family....

Drew Lachey’s Net Worth May Surprise You Shutterstock By Olivia Jakiel/June 9, 2021 8:42 pm EST Drew Lachey may be known for being a member of the popular boy band, 98 Degrees, alongside his older brother Nick Lachey, however, he’s actually got quite an impressive resume of his own. On top releasing multiple studio albums – including two holiday albums “This Is Christmas” and “Let It Snow” with 98 Degrees (via Discogs) – Drew has been a staple on the hit reality competition show “Dancing with the Stars” ever since he won Season 2 with dance partner Cheryl Burke in 2006 (via ScreenRant), and has appeared on a whopping 43 episodes of the show as a contestant, guest host, and guest judge, and even competed on the show’s “All-Star” season in 2012 (via IMDb)....

Everything You Need To Know About Facial Cupping Shutterstock By Paige McBride/March 29, 2021 9:09 am EST Made famous by Olympian Michael Phelps, cupping burst onto the scene as a wellness trend that aimed to enhance performance and reduce inflammation. Viewers around the world watched as the swimmer — with visible bruises on his back — broke record after record and quickly wondered how it would help them in their own lives....

There was a poignant reason behind McDormand’s howl Amy Sussman/Getty Images While Hollywood might have been a bit nonplussed by the enthusiastic animal noise from a decorated actress, Twitter felt no such reserve, and they were appreciative of the actress’ unique way of marking a win. “And thank you FRANCES MCDORMAND for the BEST ACCEPTANCE SPEECH of the night — and the FIRST Oscar acceptance speech ever given with a HOWL!...

Harry And Meghan Keep Distancing Themselves From The Royals Handout/Getty Images By Joey Keogh/March 16, 2021 10:23 am EST In the aftermath of their Oprah interview, Meghan and Harry have faced intense criticism for reportedly throwing the royal family under the bus. According to People, the monarchy is “in crisis talks,” with an insider calling for royal watchers to give them the privacy to sort their issues out accordingly. The revealing sit-down, the couple’s first since they defected from the royal family over a year ago, was watched by over 17 million people in the U....

Here’s How Much Lester Holt Is Worth Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images By Hope Campbell/May 4, 2021 3:05 pm EST Lester Holt is one of the most trusted names in news, and is among the biggest names in the industry such as Dylan Dreyer, Rachel Maddow, and Matt Lauer (before his departure from NBC due to sexual misconduct allegations). Holt has been the anchor of the weeknight edition of “NBC Nightly News” since 2015, and was the first African-American to individually host the longtime national news program, according to Britannica....

Here’s How The Skullcap Herb Helps Calm Anxiety Shutterstock By Paige McBride/April 13, 2021 12:49 pm EST While many over-the-counter options claim to help offset feelings of stress and anxiety, mother nature also provides herbs and plants that can do the trick as well. From St. John’s Wort to Ashwagandha, many substances have offered relief from ruminating thoughts and feelings of fear that many seek. According to Healthline, skullcap has long provided a remedy for pain and anxiety in both Native American and Chinese medicine traditions....

Here’s The Deal With Climatarianism Shutterstock By Karishma Desai/March 14, 2021 12:23 am EST You’ve probably heard of the three “Rs” — reduce, reuse, and recycle — but some people are turning this mantra into a lifestyle that informs one’s consumption in every way, including diet, shopping, travel, and more. Climatarianism is a philosophy that promotes self-awareness of an individual’s daily actions and the impact those actions can have on carbon emissions....

How Keeping Up With The Kardashians Kept Filming During The Pandemic Kevin Mazur/Getty Images By Joey Keogh/June 4, 2021 9:55 am EST With the COVID-19 pandemic bringing the whole world to its knees, television became more intrinsic to people’s lives and, crucially, their mental health than ever before. While several reality shows were canceled or postponed due to the global health crisis, the Kardashian family had long proven themselves the figurative cockroaches of the apocalypse....

Inside Chet Hanks Relationship With His Parents Tom Hanks And Rita Wilson Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images By Karishma Desai/April 15, 2021 5:39 pm EST Often called “America’s dad,” Tom Hanks is a father to four children, including sometimes controversial figure Chet Hanks, who he shares with ex-wife Rita Wilson. According to Insider, Chet is a rapper who has also starred in a few notable television shows and movies including Empire, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull....