Leggings, running shorts, and bike shorts are still in style, but exercise dresses are gaining in popularity. Part of the reason why people love them so much is likely because styles like the KuaCua exercise dress combine a dress, a pair of shorts, and a bra together into one seamless garment. That paired with the general “less is more” approach that shoppers like to follow during the summer when temperatures reach their peak has many people talking....

Lately I’ve been really into dessert dips. I’ve already shared a hot chocolate dip, caramel apple dip, and most recently a Dunkaroo dip (that went totally viral on Instagram!). There’s just something about this super easy alternative to making a traditional dessert. I love that they typically only use a couple of ingredients, they’re no-bake, and they serve a large crowd of people! With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, I thought it would be fun to make an Andes Mint chocolate dip that uses similar flavors to these mint chocolate cheesecakes!...

Apple’s FaceID—the technology that allows for unlocking devices via facial recognition—has been a godsend since its first release in 2017. But it’s not a flawless feature if and when your face is partially obscured (e.g., if you’re wearing a mask or covering). The iOS 14.5 update was made to help, but the catch is that you have to have an Apple Watch (an Apple Watch Series 3 or later version, to be exact)....

Banana Republic’s latest collection is the definitive answer, and it’s fully prepared for the changing season upon us. Shift dresses make way for cut-out knit sweaters, comfy sandals segue into arch-supporting boots, and so on and so forth. But the fact that Banana Republic’s current curation makes for spot-on office attire isn’t the biggest news—it’s that so much of it is 40 percent off, with some items having an additional discount on top at Banana Republic’s Flights of Fancy sale....

Rich in Vitamins and Minerals “Beet root juice is a rich source of several essential minerals, including iron, folate, magnesium, calcium, zinc, and vitamin B6,” says McGrane. It’s also a solid source of vitamin C, which helps boost your immune system and defend your cells against damage from free radicals. Vitamin C also supports collagen production and helps your body absorb iron. Antioxidants and Anti-Inflammatory Benefits Part of what makes beetroot juice so nutritious is its high amount of water-soluble compounds called betalains....

The Behr 2021 Color of the Year is part of a larger color palette, all based around the theme of “elevated comfort.” Following a year when many of us spent more time at home than ever before, the theme is a reflection of the desire to make our spaces feel both stylish and cozy. As warm earth tones, from sandy beige to baked clay, were among the leading decor styles of winter 2020, Canyon Dusk continues the trend....

“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....

What Is Burdock Root and What Does It Taste Like? According to Catherine Ko, RDN, a Los Angeles–based dietitian; burdock root is used in East Asian (Chinese, Japanese, and Korean) cuisines as an appetizer, and in soup and tea. Now grown in the U.S., but native to Europe and northern Asia, its long, deep roots are beige or brown in color, sometimes almost black. Burdock Root Benefits The root also contains an important chemical found in some plants, tannin, which is under study for its cancer preventive properties (like stimulating white blood cells that fight infection and limiting cancer propagation)....

However, cleaning gutters can be a dangerous task. In fact, thousands of people are injured annually from ladder falls. Therefore, many homeowners are opting to clean their gutters from the safety of the ground. Methods for Cleaning Gutters from the Ground While DIYers have come up with many creative ways to clean gutters from the ground, there are a few popular methods that can be performed using store-bought attachments for tools you likely already own....

Here’s my go-to method (this yields about 11 cups popcorn): Heat 3 tablespoons canola, vegetable, or coconut oil in a large, lidded saucepan over medium-high heat. (Avoid olive oil, which will smoke when heated over a high flame.) Add 3 popcorn kernels and wait for them to pop, about 30 seconds. (This lets you know when the oil is hot enough to pop the remaining kernels). Add ½ cup kernels, cover the pot with a lid, and gently but continuously shake the pot, allowing the kernels to pop but not burn....

“Cauliflower is grown seasonally in many climates and locations, so it’s easy to find and budget-friendly—and you can also grow it yourself quite easily,” says Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN. “It comes in different colors, like pink, orange, purple, and green.” And in terms of nutritional value, although bright and colorful veggies typically get all the attention, don’t let cauliflower’s (often) pale complexion fool you: This member of the cruciferous family is loaded with nutritional benefits, too....

“This list may not include all retail establishments that have received the recalled product, or may include retail establishments that did not actually receive the recalled product,” the FDA noted. The agency also pointed out that retailers may have repackaged bulk Old Europe Cheese items (that are now being recalled) into smaller containers and sold this repackaged product to consumers. This repackaged product may not bear the original labeling and product information, so consumers should contact their grocery store if they have specific questions or concerns....

Plants for Creating the Small Children’s Vegetable Garden Plan ‘Baby Boo’ pumpkin ‘Jack-be-little’ pumpkin ‘Heavenly Blue’ morning glory ‘Mammoth’ or ‘California Greystripe’ sunflower ‘Easter Egg’ radish ‘Tristar’ or ‘Ozark Beauty’ strawberry ‘Sungold’ tomato Marigold (Sophia mix) If you aren’t able to find the exact cultivars listed above, substitute with others that have similar colors, shapes, and sizes. And because some plants can become overly aggressive and spread out of control in certain climates, always check which species are considered invasive in your area before planting....

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But there’s good news: There’s a science to color mixing (discovered by none other than Sir Isaac Newton himself—seriously). Holding a prism by a window one sunny day in 1666, Sir Isaac Newton proved that light refracts into a rainbow spectrum. He then displayed the natural progression in a circle (the color wheel), which turned out to be a handy tool for painters and other artists looking to create harmonious color schemes....

“You don’t listen to music one note at a time, and you don’t see colors one at a time,” Ashcraft explains. “It’s all about relationships, combinations, and context.” Need examples? Here are four—in blue, yellow, green, and red—devised especially for Real Simple readers. Copy these palettes for walls, ceilings, and trim, or get inspired to create your own. To buy: Christine low round side table, olystudio.com for stores. Brompton sofa, georgesmith....

Your laundry room is one of the most-used spaces in your home, where cleaning, sorting, and organizing happens—and often simultaneously. That said, while practicality is always a must, that doesn’t mean a laundry room’s doors can’t be aesthetically pleasing, too. From sturdy, neutral laundry room doors to bold and trendy colors and designs—plus options for large and small spaces, too—here are some of our favorite laundry room door ideas to give your space a stylish upgrade....

Each year my son’s school “does it up big” for teacher appreciation day, well, teacher appreciation week really. The PTA puts together amazing food spreads like a nacho bar, bakes treats, and plans activities to show some much-needed staff appreciation. I shared some of their ideas in this post about teacher appreciation week ideas – they go all out when it’s that time of year! We as parents volunteer to donate items, gifts, chocolate, blueberry muffins, soda, or whatever we have on hand just to show a little extra “Thank You” for all the time they spend on lesson plans, teaching, and helping our kiddos all year long....

You’ve probably noticed the syrup bottles are displayed next to pancake mix at the grocery store (for obvious reasons). But does that tell you how to store this sweet staple at home? The short answer is no. Just as you refrigerate open pasta sauces or condiments like ketchup and mustard, you should stick your opened maple syrup inside the fridge. Read on to learn more about storing maple syrup, as well as its corn syrup-based cousin, table syrup....

Thanks to a small-yet-powerful Dyson digital motor V9 and the brand’s Air Multiplier technology, the Supersonic Hair Dryer produces a high-pressure, high-velocity stream of air that will dry your hair within minutes. While in use, it also measures the air temperature over 40 times every second and regulates its heat level to prevent heat damage and maintain your hair’s shine. Along with the dryer itself, the purchase comes with three attachments, a storage hanger, and a nonslip heat mat for safe dryer placement while you’re using it....