“There are tons of great deals in bulk, primarily because the consumer isn’t paying for packaging,” says Trey McLean, a senior global category merchant for Whole Foods Market who oversees the store’s bulk department. But before you grab a scoop and dig in, there are a few things you need to know. First, prioritize safety; it’s unsanitary to graze the product with your hand—and even worse to let unsupervised kids do it....
This pull through braids hairstyle looks playful, polished, and as if it took a lot of skill—but it’s super-easy to achieve. It’s popular, too. Influencers Amber Fillerup and Chrissy Ramussen have rocked the look or have done it on clients—with pigtails or a single pony version, respectively. Watch the video above or follow the steps below to try this hairstyle yourself. What You’ll Need A hairbrushA handful of elastics—the amount will depend on the length of your hairA curling ironFinishing or texture spray...
As expected, staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others. The federal health agency advised that the safest way to celebrate Turkey Day is to avoid unnecessary travel. If you do intend to travel, however, you should be informed of the risks involved and adhere to CDC guidelines. The best options? Having a small outdoor dinner with people in the same household, delivering food to neighbors, and participating in a virtual dinner all fall under the CDC’s low risk category....
According to Laurel Geraghty, MD, of Dermatology & Laser Associates, ceramides are fatty molecules naturally found within the skin—and they’re the key to maintaining a healthy skin barrier and keeping the complexion protected against the outside world. “Ceramides help to seal and trap hydration within the skin,” she explains. “Even though the outer layers of skin naturally contain ceramides, our complexion can still become dry, sensitive, and irritated when exposed to cold or dry air, irritating products, harsh cleansers, sun, and other factors....
The Solution: Ditch the dirty cleaning cloths, and opt for microfiber cloths that won’t leave lint behind and can be tossed into the washing machine whenever they need a refresh. The tightly-woven fibers are even capable of brushing away bacteria (with or without the help of chemical cleaners) to take your cleaning to the next level. The Solution: Invest in an under-$10 blind-cleaning brush that shaved minutes off of my cleaning routine this year....
Super Easy Dinner My husband and I were talking the other day about how much we don’t want to cook these days. After six months straight of cooking pretty much all our meals at home, we’re just over it. So we’re constantly looking for weeknight dinner ideas! It doesn’t get much easier than this easy baked ziti recipe. Literally you mix all the ingredients together in one dish, pop it in the oven, and bake!...
One of my all-time flavor combinations is buffalo chicken. I mean there’s a reason I’ve shared a buffalo chicken dip, buffalo chicken roll-ups, and even buffalo chicken stuffed potatoes. There’s just something about that spicy chicken flavor combined with a creamy ranch (or blue cheese if you prefer) that is so addictive. These egg rolls have a creamy buffalo chicken center and a crunchy egg roll outside, making them the perfect game day food!...
As good as our no bake pumpkin pie and homemade apple pie are, I think it’s fun to change things up and try new things every year for the holidays. This year we’re adding this old fashioned custard pie to the Thanksgiving dinner table because my family likes creme bruelee, and this is the closest you can get to that when it comes to homemade pies! This egg custard pie recipe is actually super easy to make, especially compared to something like homemade berry cobbler or even the pumpkin slab pie I posted yesterday (two of our other favorite holiday desserts)....
30 Minute Meal I’m a sucker for a good fettuccine Alfredo – one that’s creamy without being too runny, flavorful without being overpowering. And of course, one that’s easy to make. I can’t always go to Olive Garden after all. This fettuccine Alfredo reminds me of the best Alfredo from my favorite restaurants with the added bonus that it’s made in the Instant Pot in under 30 minutes and I only have to clean one dish!...
Step One: Clean the area Start by giving your front porch a thorough cleaning. Sweep, vacuum, dust, and wipe everything down. This long bristle brush easily grabs spiderwebs and dust bunnies from hard-to-reach areas. For the walls, tile, and glass, my go-to cleaning solution is half vinegar, half dish soap. Warm up the vinegar before adding it to a spray bottle, top with equal parts dish soap, then give it a good shake....
If you’re the type of person who likes to check-in as soon as possible, you can download the airline app and subscribe to push notifications, so that you’re ready when the option becomes available. T However, some people question this method. While it typically makes sense to check in as soon as the app or website allows it, there are times when it’s smarter to check in later. We wanted to know if the timing of check-in could make traveling easier, so we reached out to Zach Honig, editor-at-large at The Points Guy, to find out if it really matters when you check in to your flight....
Tretinoin, a type of retinoid frequently used to treat acne, is getting new life as an anti-aging ingredient, and dermatologists say it can be extremely effective in reversing signs of aging like fine lines and dark spots. To understand why (and to determine if it could be for you), you first need to know how it works. “Although people often think of retinols and retinoids interchangeably, they are not exactly the same,” says Marisa Garshick, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist at MDCS: Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in New York City....
My youngest is currently really into coloring. It just makes him happy. Mostly he colors on our table (thank goodness for Magic Erasers) but sometimes he’ll actually color a picture or a piece of paper. I designed these Easter coloring pages so that both of my boys would have something to color and leave our table and walls alone. These would work well for any non-religious Easter event or even just for some fun Easter activities to do at home!...
thanksgiving Bingo My family has always had the tradition of playing bingo on Christmas Eve. We play, win prizes, then open new Christmas PJs. But ever since my son has gotten old enough to realize how much bingo is, he’s been asking us to play bingo way more than just Christmas Eve. So this year I created these cute printable Thanksgiving bingo cards so everyone can play over the Thanksgiving holiday!...
If you’ve ever eaten at a restaurant with kids, you know there are good kids menus and not so good kids menus. The good ones come with crayons. They have coloring, mazes, and activities to keep the kids busy while they’re waiting for their food to show up. The best ones have activities AND a tablecloth that you can color on, like our favorite restaurant in Texas. There’s a reason people started making kids menus with activities – it’s hard to sit still while you’re just waiting....
Here, three people share their favorite ways to connect to those who live near them. Plus, find nine inspiring stories of neighbors helping each other, pulled from Nextdoor, the social network for neighborhoods. Read on and experience the value of simply being a good neighbor. Do These 3 Things If You Want to Get to Know Your Neighbors Say Good Morning In Laura Ingalls Wilder’s These Happy Golden Years, Laura spends her weekdays boarding with a wretched frontier family while teaching in a one-room schoolhouse....
That being said, the FSIS remains highly concerned that the potentially contaminated turkey is sitting in many consumers’ freezers. If you believe you purchased any of the products listed below, the USDA strongly urges you not to consume them. Instead, throw them away or return them to the location they were originally purchased from. (And retail locations that may receive returned product from consumers should destroy this product immediately, too....
To ensure your Brita water filter is removing everything from lead to chlorine to asbestos, follow the guidelines below on how often to change it. Plus, learn how to recycle those old filters and save them from the landfill. How Often to Change Brita Filters How often you need to change your Brita filter depends upon how much water you filter through it and which filter you own. Activate the electronic filter change indicator on your Brita pitcher, or use this timeline as a general guide....
I sat down with the designer to chat about how she pulled off a collection of pieces that reflect modern decor trends, and that you’ll still want to live with in five (or 10, or 15) years. Here are the designer’s secrets for creating a home that will never look outdated. What makes arches timeless, even if they’re having a moment right now? According to Ford, it’s because they’re both grounded in history, yet somehow futuristic....
Extra Holidays Look for more reasons to celebrate in December and January—with a few new holidays from around the world. Hannukkah - Hanukkah changes dates every year, but runs from November 28 through December 6 this year, providing eight days to celebrate with small gifts, candle lighting, and special Hannukkah-inspired treats. St. Nicholas Day - St. Nicholas Day is celebrated on December 6 in many countries, but on December 19 in places that follow the Julian calendar, such as Ukraine....
