Lifestyle

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Although cooking traditions have been passed down from generation to generation, some things have changed. New kitchen utensils and appliances make their way onto the market, promising to enhance the time-old traditions of our ancestors. One simple yet invaluable invention is the strainer. While handy and versatile, using them can have downsides. Alternatively, a TikTok...

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I am not an organized baker. While cooking tutorials use pre-measured ingredients in cute little glass bowls, I’m running around the kitchen trying to find vanilla extract for half-mixed brownie batter. Finding the right cooking substitutions can be even harder. Sometimes, I use my “put away” method, usually for time-sensitive recipes. I take out all of...

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Going to sleep in separate beds has been a longstanding cultural norm in Japan, and it’s not just limited to the Land of the Rising Sun. In recent years, the practice of sleeping in separate beds or rooms has become increasingly common worldwide, with 1 in 4 couples choosing to adopt this arrangement.1 While this...

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Mold is a common problem for buildings and homes, but it’s never welcome. It tends to grow in damp places, which is why it can crop up in bathrooms, under sinks, or when there is a leak or flooding. It could also appear on carpets, dust, ceiling tiles, and drywall. Even worse, exposure to mold...

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As the population has grown, so too has the desire to make life easier. Thanks to the innovation of people throughout generations, technology has made some incredible strides to accomplish a life of leisure and ease. For example, once grueling household chores like laundry have been made easier by inventions such as the laundry machine,...

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Have you ever received a compliment that left you feeling uneasy or insulted? Perhaps someone told you that you looked great “for your age,” or that your work was “impressive, considering your lack of experience.” These types of remarks are known as backhanded comments. While they may sound like compliments at first, they are actually...

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When it comes to unhealthy cereals, there’s room for improvement, and it’s vital. Consuming a breakfast rich in protein can be the secret to weight loss. And it isn’t just talk; scientific evidence supports it. The National Weight Control Registry did a study that revealed that 78% of individuals who lost over 30 pounds and...