We asked travel experts and money pros how you can save $1000 on your next getaway. Choose a destination on its “off-peak season” to save on hotel, airfare, dining, and entertainment, says Andrea Woroch, a consumer finance expert. A shoulder season could yield real savings, and off-peak seasons offer better values, less crowds, and likely a more relaxing vacation vibe. For example, if you are interested in visiting Newport, R....
The Uurun High-Waisted Leggings are made with a polyester and spandex blend that give it a slick texture shoppers credit for keeping them cool. The super soft leggings are lightweight and have four-way stretch, allowing you to do downward dog, high-knees, or squats without a hitch. To buy: From $19 with coupon (was $23); amazon.com. In addition to its cooling material, the leggings are designed with the aforementioned breathable mesh details, allowing air to flow through while you walk, run, or jump....
My oldest son is a bit obsessed with trivia questions. Harry Potter trivia, Christmas trivia, Super Bowl trivia – doesn’t matter the topic, he just likes learning all the things. There are very few dinners that you won’t find my family reading from one of his animal trivia books or just pulling up random trivia questions online to discuss. These Valentine’s Day trivia questions are the latest in our trivia adventures....
What Is a Truffle? A truffle (not to be confused with the chocolate treat) is a type of ectomycorrhizal fungi, meaning it grows in a symbiotic relationship with the roots of trees. Unlike more common mushroom varieties, truffles grow entirely underground. According to Sabrina Notarnicola, vice president of marketing at Urbani Truffles, they are “primarily found in Italy, and they can be found in similar Mediterranean climates around the world.” There are several species of truffles, but the most common edible varieties are black truffles (Tuber melanosporum) or white truffles (Tuber mangnatum)....
According to Google’s 2018 trend report, people were very interested in eyelashes. Four of the five most popular beauty searches on Google were related to making your eyes pop, with “what is a lash lift” falling second behind “how to apply magnetic lashes.” The third, fourth, and fifth most popular beauty searches in 2018 were, respectively: “how to remove individual eyelashes,” “what hair color looks best on me,” and “how to do a cat eye....
Meet cacao water: The antioxidant-packed beverage that’s on the verge of becoming a major wellness trend, and for good reason. We tapped Molly Knauer, MS, RD, founder of Molly’s Best, to dish on the health benefits of this buzzy new superfood beverage. What Is Cacao Water? Cacao water is made from one of the underused, underrated products of the cacao plant—the cacao fruit. Cacao fruit is the white, fleshy part that surrounds the cacao bean (aka the part that’s used to make chocolate)....
“Concierge medicine is typically defined as a practice with a lower volume of patients, designed with higher availability and attention for the members that join,” says Jeremy Fine, M.D., a Los Angeles–based concierge medicine doctor. “Typically, it allots for same-day appointments, oftentimes the doctor’s cell phone is given to patients, there’s email communication, and some practices also offer house calls with either a doctor or nurse.” Because there is no health system dictating the rules of how to structure a concierge practice, there are many iterations of it....
Pink pineapples are shipped from coast to coast, thanks to online grocers and food distributors like Baldor Foods, Umamicart, Tropical Fruit Box, and more retailers, and specialty supermarkets, like Wegmans, also carry them. Once you get your hands on a pink pineapple, here’s what to do with it. What Is Pink Pineapple? “Pink pineapples are known for having a unique light pink color and a super juicy, sweet taste,” explains Andrea Xu, founder and CEO of Umamicart, an Asian grocer that sells pink pineapple (among many other products)....
What Exactly Is Scalp Microblading? Similar to eyebrow microblading, scalp microblading involves scratching the surface of the skin to embed pigments, which is essentially just like getting a tattoo. However, because microblading is very thin and penetrates just the upper layers of skin, it generally doesn’t last as long as your typical tattoo. How long does it last? The results can vary, but generally between six to 18 months, depending upon pigment color, skin type, and lifestyle....
Kwanzaa brings together traditions from all the major religions by focusing on meaningful gift-giving and communal feasts. The celebrations take place from December 26 to January 1 every year. Each of Kwanzaa’s seven days honors a different principle: Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia (purpose), Kuumba (creativity), and Imani (faith). These principles are thought to have been crucial in the development of strong, productive African families across different countries....
Tailoring your pre- and post-workout meals to the type of exercise you’ll be doing is key, says Frances Largeman-Roth, RDN, nutrition and wellness expert and author of Eating in Color. Here’s what foods she recommends for every type of sweat session (hint: the ideal pre-yoga snack is different from what you should be eating before a run) to give you energy, help you build lean muscle, and speed up your recovery process....
But hosting one of these shindigs can be hard on your wallet. Unless you employ the BYO policy for both food and beverage, the onus is on you to put out a respectable spread for your guests. And at some stores, just two bottles of wine and a few snacks could top $50 before you even think of adding a sweet or two. That’s not the case at Trader Joe’s....
At a loss for words? See how to write the perfect note. You are open to the world around you and like to socialize with other people. To the left: You generally like to work alone or behind the scenes. If you are right-handed and your handwriting slants to the left, you may be expressing rebellion. Not at all: You tend to be logical and practical. You are guarded with your emotions....
And we’ve even managed to do a few road trips with our EV—though a long one last year was definitely a different experience than our old gas-powered road trips, with a longer wait time to refuel, and a little bit of a detour to find the fastest charger. That’s one of the biggest hurdles people have on their road to buying an electric vehicle. In fact, a recent survey by Consumer Reports found that 61 percent of people said that charging logistics—when and where they’d be able to charge their cars—would likely prevent them from buying an electric car....
“Eyelash hair loss happens for a multitude of reasons,” says Paul Jarrod Frank, MD, a cosmetic dermatologist in New York City and author of The Pro-Aging Playbook. “It can be a sign of using the wrong products, a signal you’re under tremendous stress, or a result of removing false eyelashes improperly, but it can also signal a more systemic health issue.” Keep reading for more reasons your eyelashes could be falling out and when to see a doctor for a proper evaluation....
As a home shopping editor who spends most of her time researching and testing products across the market, I can confidently say that browsing through the early deals that trickle in ahead of Black Friday is well worth your time. For example, Target already quietly discounted this Dyson stick vacuum for $150 off. Retailers are slashing prices on items all over their sites, leaving consumers with hundreds of thousands of options to choose from....
If you’ve finished reading the best books on race and want some direction on which movie titles to watch, we recommend starting with these Netflix documentaries, films, and TV series in the collection. RELATED: 7 Must-Read Books by Black Authors 1. High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America This documentary series explores the history of African American cuisine, from its roots in Africa to a modern-day Juneteenth feast—and its profound impact on what we eat....
The minute you conceived, someone probably bought you a copy of What to Expect When You’re Expecting. Expect a lot of unsolicited advice, both on the internet and in person. Other books will tell you what to eat, what not to eat, how to plot out your birth plan like a 1,000-page fantasy novel, why you should have a home birth, why you shouldn’t have a home birth, everything you never needed to know about breastfeeding, how to have the most stylish hipster baby in daycare, which organic baby food is the best, why screen-time is bad, why screen-time doesn’t matter, how to start your baby on the track toward an Ivy League education before they can talk—are you ready to scream yet?...
Why is it that the positive effects of a vacation rarely linger? Susan Krauss Whitbourne, PhD, a professor emerita of psychological and brain sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, says our brains are wired to move on—and our circumstances probably don’t help. “People tend to bookend their experiences, and once you’ve shut one door, you go into the next,” she says. “It’s adaptive, almost like a coping mechanism: You have a job, your kids have to go to school, reality starts to bite....
1. “Flushable” Wipes Although the package might state otherwise, flushable wipes should not go down the toilet, according to American Water. Because these wipes do not break down quickly, they can easily get stuck in drains and cause clogs. Keep a lined trash can in your bathroom and dispose of wipes there instead. 2. Paper Towels and Tissues If you’ve run out of toilet paper, paper towels and facial tissues are not a suitable substitute (at least not for your drain)....
