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What Are the Health Benefits of Elderberry? In order to learn more about the health benefits of elderberry, we interviewed expert Angel Planells MS, RDN, a Seattle-based registered dietitian nutritionist and national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. He says that “this supplement packs a lot of punch as it is packed with antioxidants—it’s very high in vitamin C, dietary fiber and antioxidants like phenolic acids, flavonols, and anthocyanins....

What is the U-shaped haircut? For a long time, the trends seemed to lean toward sharp edges, i.e. one-length cut or modern mullets, but we’re recently starting to see a return to softer silhouettes and natural textures. Enter: the U-shape cut, which is exactly what the name implies. ”The back and sides are cut in a U-shape which is more rounded and softer, versus a V-cut that has more extreme angles and points,” explains Gina Rivera, celebrity hairstylist and founder of Phenix Salon Suites....

Fiction Hide, by Kiersten White If Dad loves a good scare (and binged his way through Squid Game last year), this book about a horrifying (and deadly) hide-and-seek competition will keep him page-turning well into the night. ($25, barnesandnoble.com) The Cartographers, by Peng Shepherd This father-daughter thriller features a mysterious and valuable map that someone is willing to murder to recover. It’s the perfect pick for a dad who loves a good mystery, and perhaps a little cartography, too....

She renovated the room to give it a softer palette that suits the rest of her home, including taupe brick flooring that can stand up to some wear and tear, and plenty of smart organizational strategies that help streamline the space and make it more enjoyable to use—such as wall-mounted drying racks and laundry bags, and bins and baskets to corral cleaning supplies. She even happened on a $10 grabber tool that lets her reach the top shelves—no step stool required....

There is such a thing as too neutral—it’s called bland. A nice, creamy white gives off notes of elegance and sophistication; a flat, harsh white is sanitorium-esque. A cool, muted greige implies casual style and refinement; a dull gray feels dark and dingy. Toeing this thin line can be difficult, which has led paint companies to create different tints of white (eggshell white, lace white, linen white, painter’s white) and other neutral paint color standbys to make picking a non-flat shade easy....

There’s no reason to get out of the car after a long drive feeling bloated and lethargic, or having to deal with kids who have been riding the highs and lows of the sugar roller coaster for hours. It does take some planning ahead, but with a little advance preparation and knowing what good options you can find along the way, you can have a ride that leaves the whole car feeling satisfied and ready to vacation upon arrival....

Each week, Home Chef suggests meals for me based on the preferences and dietary restrictions I selected when I signed up for the service. I have the option to accept the meals or swap them out for other options depending on what sounds good to me and what’s available to order. A typical meal for two costs about $10, but some more elaborate dishes cost closer to $14. All of the meals are customizable to your tastes: For instance, you can trade certain ingredients for others or add extra protein....

We understand the struggle, which is why we tapped home decor and color experts to get their pro-approved picks for the best bedroom paint colors. From relaxing to romantic, here are seven fail-proof bedroom paint color ideas you won’t soon regret.

What’s the best way to protect your vital documents (and cash) in case of a disaster? Keep copies in a fireproof safe; after all, you will likely need these documents to help you in the aftermath of said disaster. For example, you’ll need copies of your financial documents to contact your insurance providers and get help from government disaster relief programs. Luckily, there are tons of options out there when it comes to finding a safe—it’s about finding the one that fits your budget, needs, and, of course, one that has all the proper security features....

Safety note: If the popcorn ceilings in your home date from before 1980, it’s a good idea to have them tested for asbestos. Early formulas for popcorn ceilings contained white asbestos fibers, which are now a known carcinogen. Cleaning these surfaces could release harmful asbestos particles into the air. How to Clean Popcorn Ceilings What You’ll Need: Lint roller with an extendable pole (such as this one, $16, target.com) Vacuum with a brush attachment Ladder (or step ladder, depending upon ceiling height) Feather or microfiber duster with extension pole (such as this one, $16, bedbathandbeyond....

Intimidated by cooking the fish at home? Even beginners can master this basic technique, which results in perfectly flaky filets every time. At the grocery store, look for Wild Alaskan salmon, which is the cleanest (low-mercury) variety of the fish, and is exposed to fewer toxins than farmed Atlantic salmon. And whenever possible, buy salmon that has been locally caught. Store it in the refrigerator, and use it within two days of purchasing....

More specifically, dehydration can be a major cause (and remember that caffeine and alcohol are both dehydrating), as can a high salt intake, points out Sydney Givens, PA-C, founder of Skincare by Sydney. (Hence why you wake up puffy if you’ve had too many chips and margaritas the night before.) A lack of sleep, allergies, and even the weather can also contribute. The good news? There are easy things you can do, both to address the root cause(s) of the issue and to quickly de-puff when swelling does strike....

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In fact, there is more food in landfills than any other kind of waste. As this food decomposes, it emits methane, a warming gas that the EPA says is 25 times more potent than carbon dioxide. All said, food waste produces some 8 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. If food waste were a country, it would be the third-largest greenhouse-gas-emitting country in the world. If you’re thinking about all of the food your family tosses out every week, don’t worry....

So, how do you identify your curl type? Hairstylist Andre Walker started a curl typing system, which is still used today and provides a way to label hair types based on texture. It utilizes numbers 1 to 4, with one being straight hair and four being kinky texture and subcategories (A to C). A has the widest diameter or pattern size, and C has the smallest. It’s a lot to think about and remember when you’re shopping for products, looking for new ingredients, and trying to style them, so we asked professional hairstylists to break down the different types of curls, so you can easily ID your curls, shop better, and style smarter....