The spot that boasts the biggest potential for a festive upgrade? Your fireplace mantle. Think about it: It’s already a natural gathering spot for family—nothing says “home for the holidays” better than a crackling fire and some Bing Crosby carols. Plus, if the promise of a visit from Santa isn’t enough to motivate you to search for Christmas mantel decor ideas, we don’t know what will. Whether you’re already in the habit of leveling-up your fireplace with Christmas mantel decor or are on the hunt for some fresh new ideas to implement this season, we have just the inspiration for you....

According to the 2020–2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, adult men and women need 1,000 milligrams of calcium a day. However, women aged 50 and older need a bit more, about 1,300 milligrams per day. The reason? Menopause—which often occurs between age 45 to 55—involves a drop in estrogen production. This reduces calcium absorption, thus increasing the risk of bone loss and increasing their calcium needs. Conditions like vitamin D deficiency, parathyroid hormone disorders, or taking certain medications can also increase one’s calcium requirements, according to Greeley....

“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....

How Long Do Hard Boiled Eggs Last? Hard-boiled eggs last up to a week in the fridge, so if you cook up a big batch over the weekend, you can add them to a salad, a bowl of ramen, and a host of other meals during the week. Word to the wise: To keep from cracking open a raw egg when you least expect it, mark the hard-boiled eggs in your refrigerator (and include the date) with a sticker or a small dot from a non-toxic marker, so you can easily differentiate between the two....

Do: Stick with the Classics Use a neutral hue such as brown, black, or gray for a look that will withstand the test of time. Even deep reds and navy blues are classic front door colors that act as neutrals. If your style changes or you alter your home’s exterior later, neutral hues will adapt with you. Another neutral option is to stain your door instead of painting it. A wood stain will emphasize the door’s natural material or grain pattern....

We’ve got plenty of Christmas decoration ideas to get you started—all of which can make you happy, help you connect with the neighbors, and bring some (literal) light to the winter gloom. And if you’re planning on some Christmas DIY projects, why not get a head start in the summer months? Christmas music is always acceptable, no matter the season. So bust out the ornaments, throw a batch of Christmas cookies in the oven, and start decorating....

Here’s the thing, though: Your far-flung fantasies will stay the stuff of daydreams until you decide to turn them into reality. You already have the destination picked out—now you just need to figure out a way to pay for it. Keep reading for some savvy ways to save up for the vacation you deserve, so you’re ready to go as soon as it’s safe to travel again. “So many times, people will design their vacation and then attach dollars to it,” says Jesse Mecham, founder of You Need a Budget....

A New Birthday Scavenger Hunt Let me start by saying this is a totally updated birthday scavenger hunt. If you’re looking for the old one from Pinterest (seen in the image immediately below), you can still get it. Simply download the file via the “download the printable file” box at the bottom of this post, and there will be a link in the email you receive to the old one....

The SlipToGrip Universal Doormat is a durable, anti-slip mat that’s built to latch onto water, dirt, salt, snow, mud, dust, and leaves to prevent your family and friends from tracking it all into your home. The mat’s unique “Duraloop” dirt-catching design attracts and holds onto all of this debris until you shake it off outside or toss it into the wash for quick and easy cleanup. Made out of PVC, these versatile mats are waterproof and built to last....

“Italian food is bold and satisfying without being heavy. It’s rich and textural and uses a whole palette of flavors,” says Michael Chiarello, chef and owner of Bottega in California’s Napa Valley and author of cookbook Bottega. “Enjoying Italian cuisine is experiential, not intellectual. It comes from an emotional place that’s very evocative.” And it evokes so much more than big plates of meatballs and chicken parmigiana. When Italian immigrants first arrived on American shores, they couldn’t find their trusty olive oil, dried porcinis, prosciutto, and balsamico, so they adapted to the ingredients surrounding them....

What Are Seed Oils? Seed oil is an umbrella term for a variety of vegetable-based, oftentimes refined oils. These include canola, soybean, corn, cottonseed, grapeseed, safflower, sunflower, rice bran, and peanut oils. All are typically created through synthetic chemical extraction methods that sometimes include additional processing like bleaching and deodorizing. Do Seed Oils Offer Nutritional Benefits? They’re not the most nutrient-dense choice. When looking at seed oils from a nutrition perspective, the profiles across the different kinds are quite similar....

When money is in short supply due to pay inequalities, inaccessible healthcare, and rising costs of living, financial awareness becomes more of a survival tactic than a money habit. Putting off dealing with your financial fears and stresses? That’s a luxury that broke people simply don’t have. And while the necessity of scrimping and saving does become burdensome (it’s exhausting, and definitely takes a toll on your physical and mental health), there is a silver lining: Being forced to think about money constantly means you naturally become…very good at thinking about money....

“First Light 2102-70 has advanced the color pink into a flattering alternative to go-to neutrals,” Andrea Magno, Director, Color Marketing & Development at Benjamin Moore, told Real Simple. And since it can work as a neutral, it can be introduced into almost any space. “As a color you can live with from morning to night, First Light 2102-70 is gorgeous in any room—bringing softness to a living room, a beautiful glow to a dining room, or a refreshing wash of blush for an office or bedroom....

Best Organic Delivery Services of 2022 Best Overall: Sunbasket Best Value: Daily Harvest Best Vegan: Sprinly Best Gluten-Free: Fresh N Lean Best for Families: Green Chef Best for Active Folks: Trifecta Best Premade Meals: RealEats Pros and Cons Overview Key to Sunbasket’s mission statement is its goal of using “100 percent organic fresh produce in all our meals.” Those meals have global flavors that incorporate creative flavors with comfort classics. Menus have included Burmese beef khow suey in coconut-curry broth, and penne with butternut squash, pumpkin, and sage....

There are a ton of salmon recipes to try. Grill it, bake it, or add chunks to pasta, casseroles, salads, or frittatas. And don’t forget about sardines—they’re a super source of omega-3s, too. For a more flavorful mug, try a recipe that blends chamomile with cinnamon, apple cider, and lemon. The legume also contains folate, a B vitamin that helps regulate mood; a cup of cooked chickpeas provides more than 70 percent of the daily recommended intake....

While no vacuum can actually guarantee a pain-free clean, shoppers who have lower back discomfort or suffer from pre-existing issues swear by this Bissell stick vacuum. In fact, one reviewer who can’t push a traditional vacuum due to back problems loves this lightweight one. They even said, “It picks up cat hair better than my more expensive and heavier vacuum.” And another fan simply said it is “easy on [their] lower back....

Cantaloupe may not be the showiest pick in the produce aisle—it’s hard to compete when surrounded by a rainbow of options like apples, oranges, and watermelons—but under its pale, rough-textured exterior lies sweet and mildly tangy orange fruit that’s as refreshing as it is nutritious. It’s also extremely versatile and a delicious addition to salads and smoothies, as well as being a perfect standalone snack, says Fareeha Jay, a U....

For proof, look no further than the new collaboration between Chasing Paper and artist Sally King McBride. The new Sally King McBride x Chasing Paper Collection, released October 12, consists of nine gorgeous prints that convey nostalgia and playfulness in equal measure. Each print of watercolor illustrations is relatively small-scale, with repeating motifs that celebrate collections, both in the conceptual and the literal sense. Buy It: Fern Scallop, from $45, Chasing Paper “My collaboration with Chasing Paper centers around the theme of a collection: those loved and layered objects that form the basis of home and memory,” McBride, who has a background in art history and spent time working at New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, says....

Currently working as an enterprise editor for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, where she’s spent the past 16 years.Reporter and editor at The Times-Picayune in New Orleans for nearly 14 years.Has freelanced for a variety of publications, including Time Out Guide Books and Southern Living. She covered everything from rattlesnake roundups and child preachers to police departments and city halls as a reporter at The Telegraph in Macon, Ga., and The Times-Picayune in New Orleans....

Traditionally, farmhouse sinks are crafted from porcelain or stainless steel, but recently, concrete farmhouse sinks have been appearing in custom kitchens, bathrooms, and mudrooms on Instagram and Pinterest. A mix of timeless design and on-trend material, the concrete farmhouse sink is a trend to watch in 2019. According to Wayfair data, searches for concrete furniture and decor is up 50 percent on the site. And browsing through our Instagram feeds, the material is popping up in designer kitchens—in farmhouse sinks, as a countertop material, even as industrial-style pendant lights....