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If you’re trying to lose or maintain your weight, it is important to use proper tools.  Eating the right foods will not give you success if you aren’t eating proper portions. Sometimes, when dieting,  you may find yourself hitting a plateau and scratching your head, thinking, why isn’t the scale moving?  If you’re doing everything you think is right, the  problem will usually lie in portion control, sodium intake, or lack of water intake. A good way to gauge and measure your portions is with a food scale.  The Uten Digital Kitchen Scale is an ultra slim, multifunction stainless steel hook design scale, with back-lit LCD display.  It is available on Amazon You can learn about proper nutrition and portion control from your doctor.  For smart tips regarding portion control, visit:  https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/healthy_eating/portion_size.html  

We all want to feel safe in our homes and there are a number of steps we can take to help us feel more secure. Particularly for more vulnerable people, it’s important that their houses are hazard free and that they’ve got a supportive community around them. These 5 tips can help make them feel safer at home. Be Aware of the Risks If you’re classed as a vulnerable person, then it’s important to be aware of the added risks you face. Whether it’s keeping track of the weather so you can keep cool on the hottest summer days, or following guidance on how to avoid viruses, it can make a huge difference to your safety. Your home is one of the safest places to be, but there are external factors that can affect you even within your own home. Engage with Your Community If you’re close with your neighbors and the local community, then you’ve always got someone to check on you or someone to call when you’re in need. Modern society is much more isolated than it used to be, but pe

Youth charities provide a much-needed service in supporting vulnerable children, teenagers, and young adults. Some deal with specific issues, such as providing counseling for mental health issues and trauma, rehabilitation and recovery programs to tackle addiction, and building confidence and life skills to deter vulnerable young people from a life of crime. However, youth charities have the same principles at their heart: the nurturing and development of young people so that they are able to achieve their full potential and lead happy and successful adult lives. If you would like to support the development of the younger generation, there are several options for you to do so. Here are three ways you can support youth charities: 1. Donate a vehicle whilst supporting a youth development scheme You’re probably familiar with donating clothes, furniture, and other unwanted household items at your local Goodwill, but did you know that you can also donate unwanted vehicles to chari

Selling your house is an exciting time, but it can also be a lengthy and stressful process. Everyone wants to sell their property as soon as possible and have the freedom to move into their new house or invest the capital from their sale. Luckily, there are dozens of ways to speed up the house selling process and maximize your financial return. To help you enjoy a stress-free moving experience, here are three tips to sell your home faster: 1. Hire a real estate agent It may be beneficial to sell your home yourself if you have confidence in your ability to market your property and negotiate the best deal. However, hiring a real estate agent can help speed up the selling process and ensure that the process runs smoothly. A real estate agent has specialist knowledge of the housing market and has the skills and expertise to ensure that you reach potential buyers and get the best possible offer for your home. According to experts at zillow.com , you can find a quality real estate a

Goliath is introducing you to SuperThings - a leading, international SUPER-collectible that gives everyday objects superpowers, providing children the imaginative play tools they need to have a SUPER day at home.  SuperThings, a small collectible shaped like everyday objects (sneakers, fruits, snacks, etc.), has taken over Spain and the UK, with kids loving the humor in everyday objects having personalities, powers and more. The series also has an accompanying YouTube Series, with a new season launching this Fall. I received a sample from Goliath and love how fun and colorful the Super Things are.  Each one comes in it’s own little hideout.  I am a huge fan of creative play, and with so many different characters to collect, there are endless hours of play with Super Things. With the little vehicles, hideouts and over 80 figures available, your kids are gonna have so much fun playing and creating their own Super Things settings. Check out this video featuring

6 all-new episodes of this Netflix original series land July 10 DreamWorks Animation released an out-of-this-world trailer today for  The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants In Space! coming to Netflix on July 10. When the space agency P.O.O.P.S.I.E holds a contest to send one lucky school on a field trip to space, George and Harold ensure that Jerome Horowitz Elementary is chosen. Soon, the school is transformed into a “school-ship” and the kids and Captain Underpants are launched into space where they quickly discover their mission is not what it seems.​ Based on the epic novels by Dav Pilkey (over 80 million copies in print!), The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants in Space! features the voices of Academy Award-winner Nat Faxon (Life of The Party; Disenchantment; Married) as Mr. Krupp and Captain Underpants, Ramone Hamilton (The Grinch) as Harold, Jay Gragnani (Bubble Guppies) as George, Jorge Diaz (Jane the Virgin) as Melvin, Sean Astin (Stranger Things) as Narrator,

The all-new Dance Party Edition of TROLLS WORLD TOUR arrives exclusively on Digital today and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-Ray™, and DVD July 7, 2020 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. To celebrate today's digital release of TROLLS WORLD TOUR, check out the exciting clips below featuring a behind the scenes look at Tiny Diamond (Kenan Thompson) and trolls-tastic film clips that are sure to put a smile on your face! Queen Poppy (Anna Kendrick), Branch (Justin Timberlake), and the rest of your favorite Trolls are back for another musical adventure that’s bigger—and louder—than ever before! In TROLLS WORLD TOUR, Poppy and Branch discover that their kingdom is only one of six musical realms—Funk, Country, Techno, Classical, Pop, and Rock—that were once united in perfect harmony. When the power-hungry ruler of the Rocker Trolls threatens to silence all other music so her tribe can reign supreme, Poppy and Branch must embark on an epic quest to unite the realms of Trollskind

Finally, a wall mount bottle opener that Dad won’t need to screw into the wall. 30 Watt does it again! The creators of the wildly popular Sudski Shower Beer Holder and Joeski Shower Coffee Holder have added another product to their line of humorous, yet practical gifts, all perfect for Dad this Father’s Day. The Capski is a wall mount bottle opener designed for every beer fan. The wall mount uses the same revolutionary patented technology as the Sudski. This allows the product to cling to Dad’s fridge, toolbox, boat, truck tailgate, or any shiny surface. Over the years, 30 Watt has developed funny, on-trend wall mount openers that used the traditional screw-in assembly. Their one and only complaint was that users didn’t want to damage their walls, bars, or furniture. Now, the company finally has an aesthetically appealing, high-design alternative. The Capski provides the utility of a wall mount opener without using screws, glue, or damaging furniture and other surfaces.

Have you ever wondered where memes that you see on Facebook come from? Or how certain internet materials achieve viral fame, while others languish with no views? If you’re somewhat of an internet addict, and you love unearthing new content, exciting information, and funny videos, this article is for you. Taking a deep dive into the depths of the internet, we’ll pull out some of the best places for you to access the very best of the internet – finding content to share with your friends before it goes viral. Reddit Often called by fans ‘the front page of the internet’, Reddit has a special place in the heart of those who like to use the internet to dig up interesting facts, form communities with like-minded people, or simply be entertained when they log-in to surf the internet in the evening. The community of Reddit is simply gigantic, and you find ‘sub-Reddits’ on everything and anything that you’re interested in. Indeed, you only need to search in the search bar f

Unfortunately baldness can start at an early age. Hair loss can happen to anyone.  There are various reasons why we can develop hair loss and thinning hair.  Some is genetics and some may be medically related from diseases that are out of our control.  Luckily there are ways to get a natural looking head of hair, if desired, when hair loss does occur.  Mono Hair Replacement Systems from Hairbro  is a special system that is designed specifically for each individual.   Men’s hair systems are easy to use and stylish.  They are usually made from human hair to give a soft, natural look and feel. How They’re Made Each toupee is uniquely tailored to fit each individual.  The mold goes through a system based on design, how the hair is styled, and knotting. Check out this video showing the technique: Styles Available  Whether your hair is short, long, wavy, curly or straight, a custom designed hair piece can be made for you.  You can also customize any color or color bl

Today, Disney+ shared the trailer for its upcoming six-episode documentary series, “Into The Unknown: Making Frozen 2,” which premieres on Friday, June 26. With the clock ticking and less than a year until the world premiere of   Frozen 2 , the creative team opens their doors to cameras for a 6-part series to reveal what it takes to create the #1 animated film of all time. For the first time, cameras capture the challenges and breakthroughs, the artistry and complexity of creating a Walt Disney Animation Studios feature film. Screeners available for episodes 1-3 at   DigitalScreeners.com/ DisneyPlus

Disney+ to Premiere Film Globally July 3, 2020 Tonight, as part of the 2020 ESPYs airing on ESPN and ESPN2, Disney+ debuted the trailer for “Hamilton,” the filmed version of the original Broadway production, ahead of its global premiere on the streaming service on July 3, 2020. An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of “Hamilton” combines the best elements of live theater, film and streaming to bring the cultural phenomenon to homes around the world for a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime experience. “Hamilton” is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, “Hamilton” has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. Filmed at The Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway in June of 2016, the film transports i

Summer is here and so far it’s been a hot one here in the North East.  I don’t know about you,  but for me, being out in this heat with a mask on gets to be overwhelming at times.  I also find myself getting over heated while shopping in the supermarket and while taking my long daily walks.  I recently found a great gadget that it designed to cool me off without being intrusive.   The MoKasi neck sports fan is a portable, rechargeable fan that sits conveniently around your neck.  It is battery operated with 2 level air flow.  It is perfect for the gym, office, beach, and anywhere you want to get a quick cool off. This fan is perfect for attaching to exercise equipment, placing on your desk, side table and other spots where you need a quick cool off. You can purchase the MoKasi Portable Hanging Sports neck fan on Amazon by visiting  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085Y2VDY2?ref=myi_title_dp

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Join Barb, Poppy, Branch, Delta Dawn, Tony Diamond and more! Trolls World Tour arrives on Digital June 23, 2020 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-Ray™, and DVD July 7, 2020 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. This morning, Universal Picture Home Entertainment debuted a Zoom-style music video for the song "Just Sing," which can be found on the Trolls World Tour Official Motion Picture Soundtrack - Available everywhere now! In the times of social distancing, nothing can stop Trollskind from having fun and singing together. This is one Zoom call you won’t want to miss! Just remember: “Let Me Hear You Sing!” Music Video:  https://smarturl.it/ JustSingDPE Soundtrack:  https://smarturl.it/ TWTSoundtrack Nothing can stop Poppy, Branch and friends from having a good time. See them in their new video for “Just Sing” now!  https://smarturl.it/ JustSingDPE #TrollsWorldTour Dance Party Edition on Digital 6/23 and Soundtrack Available Now!