Spending money for your basic needs such as food, gas, and rent are valid and unavoidable–but there are ways to lower your overall spending so can put more money towards retirement, a house, investments, or your emergency fund. Here are activities you can add to your day to help you save more money toward your long-term financial goals. You don’t have to give up your daily coffee, but you do stand to save big by making it yourself....
Care: Pothos can do well in full sun or even partial shade, making it ideal for both bright windows and those that receive indirect light. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Care: Set your rubber plant in a spot that gets bright, indirect light. Water it about once a week, keeping the soil moist during the growing season. As needed, gently dust off the leaves with a damp cloth....
To figure out the best cooking oils for your health (along with some of the cooking oils you should avoid), we consulted a team of dietitians and nutritionists, who had plenty to say about this widely used ingredient. First, it’s important to understand more about fats found in foods, including the oil you coat your pan with each time you sauté vegetables or fry an egg. “Fats in foods are made up of a combination of fatty acids, which can be saturated or unsaturated....
“Photographers typically look to a window or fireplace as a focal point, so stage furniture around that,” suggests Fernanda Bertrand, co-owner and founder of Upstaging Seattle, which has staged more than 700 homes. “If you block the view of a window, for example, potential buyers can’t get the right idea of scale from the listing photos.” RELATED: 5 Interior Design Mistakes That Are Ruining the Flow of Your Space—and How to Fix Them Whether your house is for sale or not, consider adding area rugs if you don’t have them, or swapping out your current rugs if you’ve lived with them for a while....
If your grass is suffering because there’s too much shade in parts of your yard, you’re better off replacing lawns that require sun in those areas with low-maintenance ground covers that thrive in the shade instead. Or consider adding landscaping features like a fire pit where grass struggles to grow. That will have the added benefit of cutting down the mowing needed. Power raking will remove excess organic material and aerate the soil, allowing your new lawn to take root....
According to a recent national survey of more than one thousand people, only one in 10 people consider psychological well-being (our emotional attachment to food) to be a factor in weight-loss. Instead, people tend to focus on the physical aspects, with 31 percent of respondents saying that lack of exercise is the biggest barrier, and 26 percent finding what you eat to be the biggest hindrance. The danger of ignoring this emotional connection?...
These homeowners were able to transform their bright pink bathroom into a timeless, neutral oasis that better fit their aesthetic. Instead of paying premium prices, they opted for affordable upgrades and used their DIY skills when they could. As a result, this small bathroom makeover on a budget has been completely transformed for only $500. Garish pink walls, stark white fixtures, outdated trim, and an oversize mirror made this small bathroom feel cramped....
The pandemic has been hard on a lot of partners. How are you two doing? Jenny Mollen: During quarantine, we were more in love than ever because he got to see a different side of me—he learned I could load the dishwasher. We didn’t have any help, so we couldn’t fight—we had no time to fight. We function as a really good team; we get sh*t done together. I felt like we were on Survivor....
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The Brimma Fruit-Infusing Water Bottle seems, at first glance, just like any other portable water bottle. What makes this one special is the large, removable infuser that you can use to fill with fruit to make healthy flavored water. All you have to do is unscrew the infuser, fill the bottle a bit more than halfway with water, add whatever fruits, vegetables, or herbs you’d like to the infuser, place it back in the bottle, shake, and enjoy....
Accent walls inside the shower (20 percent) were more common than those outside the shower (15 percent), indicating that the recent tile trends that have been taking over may be influencing the resurgence of the accent wall. When asked what sets their accent wall apart, most homeowners were differentiating with pattern (51 percent), followed by material (44 percent). Unlike the classic painted wall that comes to mind when we think of an accent wall, these bathroom versions aren’t always colorful....
The BackEmbrace is made of thick, elasticated bands that are soft and non-irritating, making it feel less like a posture corrector and more like, well, an embrace. When I first received mine in the mail, I started by wearing it for 30 minutes each day to give my body time to adjust, per the brand’s recommendation. Since then, I’ve worked my way up to wearing my BackEmbrace for hours on end, and it’s become so comfortable that I’ll occasionally forget I still have it on....
To find the best long-distance moving companies, our research team looked at a variety of factors, including interstate and international services, packing options, tracking features, auto shipping capabilities, quote processes, and customer support. The result? An in-depth guide to the top teams in the business. Best Long-Distance Moving Companies of 2022 Best Overall: Atlas Van Lines Best Interstate Moving Company: North American Van Lines Best for International Moves: Mayflower Best for Small Loads: Bellhop Best Partial-Service Movers: Wheaton World Wide Moving Best Moving Container Company: PODS Best Online Quote Option: Colonial Van Lines Best Car Shipping Company: United Van Lines Best Shed Moving Company: Allied Van Lines Best Commitment to Sustainability: Armstrong Relocation...
“The skin naturally has a slightly acidic pH, around 5.5,” says Joshua Zeichner, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. “Because of this, the outer skin layer is often referred to as the acid mantle. This pH is necessary for proper skin cell turnover and functioning of enzymes needed to maintain skin hydration, antimicrobial defenses, and barrier function.” People with an impaired skin barrier (with conditions like rosacea or eczema) are more likely to experience disruptions in pH....
Year of yaupon For those who aren’t familiar with yaupon, it’s a holly bush found in the southeastern United States, and has the distinction of being North America’s only known native caffeinated plant. Thanks to its mild, earthy flavor and unique benefits, yaupon is rising in popularity. In addition to being brewed in a tea, yaupon has also been popping up in trendy cocktails across the country. Pulp with purpose While non-dairy milks are a great alternative to cow’s milk for those with dairy allergies or those who are trying to lead a greener lifestyle, there’s no denying that these dairy-free options often create by-products during the production process that are frequently wasted....
But just because it’s not a cure for all your ailments doesn’t mean that bone broth doesn’t provide some great benefits and can’t be a healthy addition to your diet. We asked experts to help us evaluate the actual health benefits of bone broth and also teach us how to make the healthiest bone broth for our specific needs (there’s even a plant-based option, too). What Is Bone Broth? In short, bone broth is a form of stock....
While home decor trends are leaning more heavily toward hardwood floors over carpeting at the moment, the right kind of carpet and where you put it can make your home more attractive to potential buyers. “I remember when I was selling real estate in the ’80s and carpeting was the rage,” says Denise Supplee, a realtor in Pennsylvania and co-founder of real estate investing platform SparkRental. “However, it seems that many of my clients prefer tile, hardwood, and laminate flooring over carpeting,” says Supplee....
The Casper Everyday Quilt adds comfort and style to your space, and it’s on sale for 62 percent off right now. Made of 100 percent voile cotton, it is breathable and lightweight so you can use it in both the winter and the summer. The quilt is available in three different neutral colors—indigo, peach, and gray—so it can complement many different styles or aesthetics. And if you tend to toss and turn during the night, the simple and classic design features neat squares to keep the filling in place....
For a few years now, readers have been living in something of a golden age for psychological thrillers, mysteries, crime novels, and other suspenseful reads, thanks in large part to hugely successful novels—and their film and TV adaptations—like Gone Girl and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, both of which spawned a thousand copycats with “girl” in the title. The publishing world has largely moved on from “girl” books (hilariously, now we see a lot of “women” books), but what hasn’t changed is the sheer amount of surprising, shocking psychological thrillers and mysteries being published every season....
Derived from the French word for Chinese, the term chinoiserie (pronounced ‘sheen-wah-zuh-ree’) refers to the western European interpretation of traditional Chinese motifs and techniques. Popularized in the 17th century, the style encompasses furniture, wallcoverings, fabrics, and pottery. Porcelain and ceramic designs often feature intricate blue-and-white patterns depicting natural elements, pagodas, and scenes of leisure. Now, the classic Chinese-inspired style has made its way into pumpkin decorating, too. Faux pumpkins decorated in chinoiserie designs are now widely available on sites like Etsy, or you can create your own using paint or decoupaged fabric....
