Since Victoria ceased publication, she has continued writing for publications in the US and abroad, including Gardens Illustrated in Britain and Korean Airlines’ inflight publication, Morning Calm. For two years, she chronicled the planting and progression of Piet Oudolf’s perennial and bulb combination borders for the New York Botanical Gardens. In her articles, she also shares knowledge gained through fanatical and obsessed gardening endeavors at Furthermore, her 7-acre property in CT....

So what exactly does this “new approach” entail? Sloan added: “We want to focus a little more on new products—things not necessarily on your shopping list, but things we’re excited to share.” While this doesn’t necessarily mean you won’t be able to ask a Trader Joe’s employee to sample some old favorites like Everything But the Bagel Seasoning and a hunk of Unexpected Cheddar, there will clearly be a focus on new and noteworthy items going forward....

Enter friluftsliv (pronounced free-loofts-liv). It literally means “free air life,” and the concept is part of Norwegian culture. You’ll find nearly a million Instagram posts tagged with #friluftsliv full of forests, gorgeous landscapes, and people hiking, canoeing, camping, and otherwise exploring the great outdoors. The idea behind friluftsliv (and friluftsliving) is to be out in the fresh air to commune with nature, even when the weather’s not great. As the days grow colder and shorter, our activity options usually grow narrower....

Easy Cake Mix Upgrade I used a French vanilla cake mix to make cupcakes, but you can use any flavor and size you want. I assume gluten-free mixes would work well here, too if you have allergy restrictions. Basically you’ll follow the directions on the box replacing the 1 cup of water with milk, adding two extra eggs, and swapping the ⅓ cup oil for double the amount of melted butter....

Faucet Types Bridge Combining old-fashioned style with modern technology, bridge faucets hark back to a time when plumbing was simpler—minus the problems of leaking washers. Undermount sinks offer freedom to experiment with bridge faucets, which usually mount to the countertop and make cleaning the sink and countertop around the faucet easier. Center-Set With a spout and handle(s) in one unit, these faucets typically have double-handle controls. Most are designed to mount to a sink deck or countertop with three predrilled holes, with the outside holes spaced 4 inches from center to center....

The dumplings’ deliciousness masks their simplicity: just cornmeal, flour, flaxseed, and herbs bound by yogurt and oil. (Traditional matzo balls do not include flour, cornmeal, or baking powder.) Flaxseed serves double duty by binding the dumplings and adding healthful fiber. Ground flaxseed is easy to find at most supermarkets (usually near the all-purpose flour) and health food stores. To make these dumplings really puff up while they cook, keep the pot covered—no peeking!...

Here are my top insider tips for making the most of your time at Disney. By setting a detailed schedule well in advance, based on knowing exactly what you want, you’ll get the most out of every expensive minute. RELATED: How to Plan the Best Vacation Off-season lines are shorter, and parks and hotels are less crowded and less expensive than in peak season. And you can usually attend the same special events—like the Epcot Food and Wine Festival, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and the Epcot Flower and Garden show—without the crowds....

For starters, it’s very stretchy for a bra. Its fabric is made of 94 percent nylon and 6 percent spandex to contour to your chest, so if you still like your bras to fit a bit more snug underneath certain clothing, it’s not a problem. Since there’s no underwire involved, the bra feels less invasive on your body, while straps that are wider than the average bra are adjustable for your preferred level of support....

What causes puffy eyes? RELATED: The 15 Best Eye Creams Dermatologists Actually Swear By Applying something cold will also help, says Dr. Brazzo. “Usually the cold will shrink them for a few hours—when skin is cold, it’s tighter, and this holds [the puffiness] back,” he explains. You could use a cold compress or slices of cucumber, applied for five to 15 minutes. Topically, there’s not much else that reliably works, says Dr....

Cottagecore falls perfectly in line with that quest for a cozy place. While not a new concept, cottagecore is one that’s been steadily gaining steam recently. Instagram now has more than 900,000 posts tagged with #cottagecore. Fair warning: It’s easy to get sucked into this scrolling vortex with so many charming ideas for bringing this aesthetic into your home to ogle. Read on for details on what cottagecore is all about and how you can jump on the bandwagon....

What exactly is slugging? Slugging is a K-beauty trend of generously applying a petroleum-based product as the final step in your routine, to help lock and seal in your skincare products overnight, and then washing it off with a cleanser the next day. “Slugging is a great skincare technique in the wintertime for those with dry or sensitive skin,” says Shari Marchbein, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and clinical assistant professor of dermatology at NYU School of Medicine....

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders in the United States, with 19.1 percent of the population diagnosed with one. The pandemic, of course, has piled on the stress. According to American Psychological Association (APA)’s study Stress in America: Money, Inflation, War Pile On To Nation Stuck in COVID-19 Survival Mode, “seven in 10 (73%) said they are overwhelmed by the number of crises facing the world.” “We all have a genetic disposition for any sort of disorder,” says explains Javier Barranco, a clinician at Berman Psychotherapy in Atlanta....

“Neuroplasticity is the capacity of the brain to reorganize its connections based on experience,” says Amishi Jha, PhD, an associate professor in the department of psychology at the University of Miami and the director of contemplative neuroscience for the UMindfulness initiative. “It’s very much related to something exciting we learned about just a couple of decades ago called neurogenesis, which means that even the adult brain can grow new neurons....

Characteristics of Well-Drained Soil The spaces between the solid particles of any soil are filled with oxygen and water, both of which are necessary for healthy plant growth. When it rains or irrigates your garden, these pore spaces fill with water. As the water moves downward through the soil, it’s replaced by air. This movement is referred to as soil drainage, and how fast it happens is what’s important. Determining how well your soil drains is pretty easy....

In 2013, Trader Joe’s sued Hallatt for copyright infringement, but they lost in a Washington State court. In December 2014, Hallatt had his most profitable month, making more than $80,000 in sales. But in 2016, amid appeals from the grocer and financially strained by the legal battle, Hallatt settled out of court with the store, agreeing to close the doors to Pirate Joe’s once and for all. But that doesn’t mean it’s not a bit devious....

Common Causes of Cold Intolerance “In the absence of any medical reason, some people do tend to feel colder than others most of the time,” she says. (Note that she says in the absence of any medical reason. That means this persistent feeling of cold isn’t tied to an underlying health condition.) So why does this happen? It could be due to lower muscle mass, according to Dr. Agarwal. “Some people have lower muscle mass relative to body surface area,” she says....

But have you ever wondered how this food became part of our holiday tradition—and what the heck eggs have to do with a mythical bunny that fills our Easter baskets? We talked to culinary history experts to explain exactly why we celebrate Easter with eggs, when the custom started, and what history can tell us about this holiday tradition. Why Do We Celebrate Easter With Eggs? “Easter, in particular, is a time when families come to the table to mark the advent of spring....

What Is an Allergy? An allergy is our body’s response to a foreign substance within the environment (i.e. pet dander, dust mites, and pollen) that is harmless to most other people. “Your immune system reacts to these substances, or allergens, by producing antibodies, which are actually proteins that trigger cells to fight the foreign substance. The cells then release histamine, which can cause inflammation in your sinuses, airways, digestive system, and your skin,” explains cosmetic nurse Kristina Kitsos....

“Wishcyclers might ask themselves, ‘should I?’ or ‘shouldn’t I?’ when deciding where to put an item but ultimately place it in that familiar blue bin and assume that the recycling company will know what to do with it,” says Jeremy Walters, sustainability ambassador for Republic Services, a leader in U.S. recycling and non-hazardous waste. Sound familiar? Whether you mean to or not, you may be tossing items in your recycling bin that can’t actually be recycled....

As for why those with even the pickiest of skin can tolerate mandelic acid, Vanessa Coppola, nurse practitioner and aesthetic specialist, says that it comes down to molecular size. “It is much larger than its AHA counterparts allowing for a slower, more uniform absorption, making it very effective for sensitive skin and a gentler option when it comes to patients at risk for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation,” she explained. The acid is the lead ingredient in Youth to the People’s top-rated exfoliant and is included alongside a salicylic acid and a superfood trio of good-for-you skin greens like kale and licorice root....