“In the 1950s, getting your daily amount of red meat paired with a starchy potato and washing it down with a glass of dairy milk was considered the standard of health,” says Olivia Audrey, a board-certified doctor of natural medicine and host of the Liv Better podcast. “As science has uncovered the link between chronic inflammation (meat and dairy are both major contributors to inflammation), we’ve revealed that changing the way we once ate may mean the difference between living longer, healthier lives,” Audrey explains....

However, for that same reason, poor gut health can cause a wide range of symptoms, some of which don’t even involve the gut. It can be tricky to tell whether your gut health is thriving or floundering, or whether the seemingly random health complaints you’re having are actually related to the state of your gut. To make things even more confusing, these other mental and physical signs may not crop up at the same time as some of the more obvious digestive symptoms, making it difficult to link the two....

Interestingly, winter squashes are actually grown in the summer and harvested in the fall. They tend to have thick skin, allowing them to be stored for several months, so they can be enjoyed throughout the winter. Not only is winter squash a sweet, rich addition to your menu, but it’s also loaded with nutrients, fiber, and healthy omega-3 fat. Ranging in size, shape, color, and flavor, winter squash can be prepared in endless different ways....

How to treat: River Lloyd, a hairstylist at the Peter Coppola Salon in New York City, suggests spraying Static Guard onto a hairbrush and brushing it through hair. “It always works,” he says. When to see a professional: Flyaway hair accompanied by an itchy, flaky scalp indicates dandruff. If the condition doesn’t improve after you use an anti-dandruff shampoo like Head & Shoulders Classic Clean Shampoo ($11; target.com) for two weeks, see a dermatologist....

First, a quick refresher on electrolytes. According to Casey Kelley, M.D., ABoIM, founder and medical director of Case Integrative Health, electrolytes are a category of essential minerals—including nutrients like sodium, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and chloride—that carry a positive or negative charge. Electrolytes are well known for their role in proper hydration, but they’re also required for basic bodily processes like nerve and muscle function, hormone secretion, and blood pH balance....

Certainly not Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD, nutrition and wellness expert and co-author of just-released Sugar Shock (consider it the bible of spotting sneaky sources of sugar in foods and finding healthier replacements). According to Cassetty, the key to eating desserts that are delicious and won’t wreak havoc on your health—sleep included—is stocking up on snacks and other ingredients that are low in added sugar, meaning the type of sugar that’s added to foods during preparation or processing (versus natural sugar, found in small amounts in fruits, vegetables, and dairy)....

That being said, the nutritional value of each type of vegetable varies with how it’s prepared and served. While most veggies offer the optimal amount of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients when consumed raw, some are actually healthier after being cooked. Cooking vegetables can make it easier for your body to absorb their nutritional benefits, says Tracy Lockwood Beckerman, RD, author of The Better Period Food Solution. Here are four types of veggies Beckerman advises we consume cooked (rather than raw) to fully reap their nutrients—and two that are healthier raw....

When is Black Friday? Black Friday 2021 falls on November 26. And though there are always many deals leading up to Black Friday, there’s a reason it’s still one of the busiest shopping days every year: The sales and markdowns are unparalleled, making it the perfect time to buy necessary big-ticket items like a new mattress. Purple Mattress Black Friday Deals Purple made comfort its business, and its popular Purple Mattress is up to 15 percent off for Black Friday....

Sold in a set of two, the pillows are stuffed with thick, pliable foam that contours to any shape with ease and provides soft, comfortable support. The gel-fiber inserts are designed to allow users to get a good night’s rest, regardless of which sleeping position they like best (back, stomach, or side), and they are a happy medium between super plush and firm. The bed pillows have breathable bamboo covers that are resistant to absorbing heat, meaning they’re able to stay cool all night long....

The Beachr Umbrella Anchor is small enough to fit in your beach bag and doesn’t add any weight at only 10 ounces, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in strength. The anchor saves you time and aggravation by providing a quick and easy way to get your umbrella securely into the sand (or grass, or dirt, or gravel). The anchor’s corkscrew design and top handles give you the leverage necessary to drive it downward....

I, like Johansson’s Nicole, routinely make myself some tea and then completely forget about it as I get caught up in another task. To make up for it, I’ve made myself new hot water, popped my mug into the microwave, or drank it cold in spite of myself, but nothing compares to that fresh, just-brewed taste. I was convinced there is no cure for my forgetfulness, until my husband started bragging about his coffee remaining hot for hours on end thanks to the Yeti Rambler....

According to fabric expert Suzanne Holmes of Cotton Incorporated, because cotton is a natural, breathable fiber, it may shrink when heated. If you find yourself with a teeny, tiny top in your hands, fully saturate the damaged shirt in water. Holmes then suggests gently stretching your wet shirt out on a flat surface or drying rack to the desired size. “Keep the shirt in place with household weights like heavy jars or cans,” Holmes says....

Need more reasons to love everyone’s favorite OG superfruit? We’ve got plenty. Avocados are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and other nutrients that help with cholesterol, bone density, skincare, and more. To break down the endless science-backed health benefits of avocados, we sat down with Christy Brissette, MS, RD, a registered dietician and president of 80 Twenty Nutrition. Heart Health Slice an avocado in half and put the narrow ends next to each other, and you’ll have a heart shape....

Whether you know how to grill and cook your brisket or pulled pork at home or you order a cooked Boston butt from your local BBQ joint, there’s no way to BBQ wrong—as long as you have plenty of BBQ sides, of course. Barbeque-friendly side dishes can include everything from the classic mac and cheese or potato salad to creative takes on slaws, such as a carrot and apple slaw....

As humans, our bodies—and more to the point, our minds—crave the comfort and mindlessness that routine offers. How so? Routine requires very little conscious thought, freeing our brain to focus on more complex tasks, according to Samantha Dutton, PhD, a licensed clinical social worker and associate dean and social work program director at the University of Phoenix. This makes everyday tasks, like commuting to work, brushing our teeth, taking a shower, and so on, second nature....

Color of the Year 2023 announcements have included a few fresh shades of red, with Dunn-Edwards, Sherwin-Williams, and more announcing reddish predictions. Still, Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year 2023 stands apart: Raspberry Blush 2008-30 is dramatic and punchy, with electric undertones that channel vibrant energy. Compared to the Sherwin-Williams pick, a grounded blush-beige called Redend Point, and the Better Homes & Garden Color of the Year, Canyon Ridge, Raspberry Blush is splashier and more daring, great for those craving louder decor in their space (though it’s worth noting that color this bold isn’t for everyone)....

What is blood meal? Blood meal is made from dried slaughterhouse waste, and is one of the densest non-synthetic sources of nitrogen for plants. Nitrogen is key to many aspects of healthy plant growth. For example, it’s a component of chlorophyll, which is essential for converting light into sugars that plants need for energy. Nitrogen is also a building block for new leaves and stems (that’s why the youngest leaves are often the first to look yellow from a nitrogen deficiency)....

Brandi has been an e-commerce writer for Better Homes & Gardens since 2022.She was previously an Associate Producer at DotDash Meredith, where she produced in-article videos for well-known brands such as InStyle, Better Homes & Gardens, Southern Living, and Real Simple.She graduated from Troy University with a degree in English, and has taken several journalism and creative writing courses at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. My favorite purchases are my Scrub Daddy dishwand and Singer Start 1304 Sewing Machine....

That said, experts note that there are certain home interior items worth spending money on, and these items can improve your quality of life and pay off (or increase in value) over time. After all, a good piece of artwork has the potential to transform a space and transcend time, and a well-made lighting fixture can elevate a room and set the mood. From small, yet impactful trimmings to big furniture pieces (there’s one that kept coming up above all others), read on for the top home decor items interior designers says are the best investment....

But if you enter the world of cauliflower-based creations with your glass half-full, treating it as a nutritious, low-carb, paleo-friendly substitute to rice that can be transformed into pretty good tots and crispy pancakes, you might just become a believer. Because of this, cauliflower rice has transitioned from something you make at home on your box grater to a product available in grocery stores and restaurants nationwide. Buy it in the freezer aisle from Green Giant or in the refrigerator section at Trader Joe’s—or order a cauliflower crust at California Pizza Kitchen....