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February 28, 2014
Pack This, Not That
When you're traveling by plane, particularly if you'd prefer not to check a bag, pack samples of cosmetics and prescription creams (ask your doctor for these) instead of toting the full-size versions.
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February 27, 2014
A New Look for Food Labels
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is proposing a new look to its food nutritional labels for the first time since the 1990s. The goal is to help consumers make informed food choices by having manufactures label their foods as clearly as possible. The proposed change (which can be seen below), includes a fresh design, updated serving sizes and packing […]
How to Spot a Liar
You learned that honesty is the best policy as a child, but it seems like some people missed that day in kindergarten. If you suspect someone of fibbing to your face, look for these telltale signs of deceit. • Scratching their nose. The adrenaline rush of lying can cause capillaries to expand, making the nose itch. • Prolonged eye contact. […]
18 Fashion and Makeup Mistakes That Age You from Health.com
A great outfit or a new makeup palette can give you a renewed sense of confidence and make you feel fabulous. But are your latest style choices making you look older than you are? I honestly never thought about the fact that a certain shade of lipstick could draw unwanted attention to laugh lines. Or that spending my shopping budget […]
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February 26, 2014
Wednesday Trivia: Tetris Curbs Cravings
Got an annoying craving that you just can’t shake? Try Tetris—yes, the old-school video game with the blocks. A study published in Appetite and reported by The Atlantic found that participants who reported levels of “reasonably high” cravings for things such as food, drink, caffeine, or nicotine reduced their longings by about 24 percent by playing Tetris for just three […]
Happy National Pistachio Day!
Today in food holidays, February 26 is National Pistachio Day! Native to the Middle East, pistachios have a naturally tan shell (those with red shells have been artificially dyed) and a pale green nut that’s high in calcium. The green color is the result of chlorophyll that develops as the seeds grow. When buying unshelled pistachios, avoid those with fully closed […]
How to Clean a Wooden Cutting Board
Without proper care, your trusty cutting board can start to smell like your famous garlic chicken—permanently. Since you can’t just stick a wooden board in the dishwasher (lest it warp and crack), try this tip to keep it in business for life:
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