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While the personal blender may not take up much counter space, don’t let its size fool you: The small-but-mighty appliance boasts a 1,100-peak-watt motor, which can pulverize ice and other frozen ingredients with ease. For added convenience, you can blend directly into the 24-ounce single-serve cup, attach the spout lid, and take your smoothie to go–all without having to wash any additional dishes. One five-star reviewer raved about the size and convenience of the Ninja Personal Blender compared to their standard blender: “I was getting tired of hauling out my big old blender to make smoothies,” they said....

The chilled chaos eventually reaches its threshold every couple of months, which prompts you to throw out a few items here and there. But without performing a proper refrigerator revamp, you’ll be stuck on the same loop for years. “When people try to organize their fridges, they often don’t take everything out of the shelves and drawers,” says organizing expert Barbara Reich of Resourceful Consultants. “People think that they’ll be able look at everything and assess the best plan of action by leaving everything in its current position....

To learn self-sufficiency, kids need to occasionally dust themselves off (literally and figuratively) without your help. “Most parents know what their children are capable of but step in to make things easier for them,” says Sheri Noga, the author of Have the Guts to Do It Right: Raising Grateful and Responsible Children in an Era of Indulgence. Remember: Long-term benefits—a teenager who knows how to do her own laundry, for example—trump momentary discomfort....

To buy: $25; amazon.com. “Better than all my Lululemon shorts easily,” wrote one five-star reviewer, who added, “I’ve told everyone who will listen, these are the shorts every woman needs.” The high-waisted style even has a zippered side pocket that can hold your phone, keys, and credit card while you work out. “It’s very deep, so [you] can store bulky keys in it and exercise without worry,” said another shopper, who titled their review “Lululemon dupe....

RELATED: 5 Things You Should Always Do to Keep Your Home Safe Before You Go on Vacation RELATED: 5 Clever Energy-Saving Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner If you’re expecting a package but aren’t at home when it arrives, you’ll get a notification as soon as it hits your doorstep, which can help prevent package theft. You can also have contactless interactions with visitors, neighbors, and delivery drivers. At night, the motion sensors alert you to the presence of possible intruders, giving you extra time to call for help....

What is fatty fish? The American Heart Association recommends eating two (3.5 ounces, cooked) servings of fatty fish per week. Fatty fish include salmon, albacore tuna (the canned stuff), mackerel, herring, lake trout, and sardines. Fish is a great source of protein, but its real benefit is the omega-3 fatty acids it contains, Largeman-Roth says. Not only do omega-3s lower your risk of heart disease and stroke, they are also vital for brain health....

Curious to know what condiments to have on hand at your summer BBQ and beyond? Keep reading to find out which sauces, dips, and more are totally on-trend. Another BBQ option that should be on your radar is 365 by Whole Foods Market Shawarma Marinade. The condiment is made with balsamic vinegar, garlic, cumin powder, and more, and pairs perfectly with thinly sliced meats. In the Middle East, shawarma is a popular dish that consists of meat cut into thin slices, stacked in a cone-like shape, and roasted on a slowly-turning vertical spit....

Most of all, I’m looking forward to the months in the year when wearing warm, cozy sweatpants all day is not only accepted, but embraced as choice behavior. And my favorite pair that recently topped my all-time list of best sweatpants ever? Madewell’s MWL Superbrushed Easygoing Sweatpants, which reviewers can’t stop buying and have called the “softest loungewear ever.” Having worn the pants for weeks now, I am fully on board with the hype....

A new brand of innovative food storage containers, called Silo, launched a Kickstarter campaign earlier this year–and after meeting with the founder and seeing the containers in action, I’m convinced that this revolutionary, vacuum-sealing system is the food storage solution we’ve all been waiting for. Rather than stashing food in plastic containers with mismatched lids that have been warped from too many runs through the dishwasher, Silo’s stylish containers are made from durable, BPA-free Tritan TM plastic that’s microwave- and dishwasher-safe....

Of all the fall closet staples, nothing is more important than a comfortable jacket. The perfect fall jacket is something that’s thick enough in the daytime to add warmth to your button-downs and sweaters without sacrificing an ounce of style, and the best one I’ve worn recently is Quince’s Organic Comfort Stretch Chore Jacket—which only costs $40. I’ve been waiting all summer to be able to pull out this versatile piece, and so far it has gotten me endless compliments wherever I go....

Strip the bed and replace your setup with one of Bedsure’s quilt sets, which is heralded by reviewers as the perfect fall bedding. Because the quilt (and its two matching pillow shams) are constructed out of a soft microfiber, you won’t be sweating during any blip of heat or shivering on the coolest nights for the next few months. And now’s an opportune time to pick up your autumn bedding since each size is on sale, with the full/queen set ringing in at just $32 right now....

As the owner and interior designer of Eye for Pretty, she knew she could use her skills to reflect the style she shares with her husband, Patrick, and their two sports-loving children. And the one spot where things were especially coming together was in the laundry room. “We’ve owned three homes, but we never had a proper laundry room,” Salceda says. “Our washer and dryer were always located in the garage....

Whether or not dresses are in your everyday rotation, a T-shirt dress is a great piece. The midi-length Merokeety T-Shirt Dress checks many of the boxes of a go-to T-shirt dress: The pull-on style is easy to wear, it’s designed in neutral shades, and it’s machine-washable. To buy: $26 with a coupon (was $43); amazon.com. The dress is available in 20 colors and patterns, including plenty of striped options, and it’s made from 95 percent polyester and five percent spandex....

The Thread Spread Egyptian Cotton Sheets are made of 100 percent extra-long-staple Egyptian cotton that has a 1,000 thread count sateen weave to produce hotel-quality softness at an affordable price. According to the brand, the lightweight sheets are designed to regulate your body temperature with their breathable material and weave that keeps you cool throughout the night. To buy: From $70 with coupon (was from $108); amazon.com. The Egyptian cotton sheets are not only soft and cozy, but they’re also resistant to fading and pilling to maintain their quality over time....

How to Make Mashed Potato Chips Start with your favorite potato chips. Thinly sliced chips, like Lays or their counterparts, work nicely because they dissolve easily. @SamTheCookingGuy recommends a ratio of three ounces of potato chips (by weight, not volume) to a cup of boiling water. You can certainly play with the ratio depending on the chip you use, and add more chips or hot water along the way. Several creators have also made much larger batches, but because this recipe only takes a few minutes to complete, it’s safe to start with a smaller potion and then increase the recipe as desired....

Moving is stressful in part because so much can go wrong in so many different ways, and many of those ways are out of movers’ control. Bad weather on the day of your move can derail the whole process completely; a flaky moving company can bring everything to a halt. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to prevent or control those types of pitfalls, but there are a few common mistakes that are wholly preventable....

The sale, available only to shoppers who sign up with an email address, includes more than 130 handbags and 160 shoes for hundreds of dollars less than usual. Anyone who shops Tory Burch might be angling for a classic work tote, a camera bag, a foldable shoulder bag, or many other of the brand’s beloved designer bags for less—and its Private Sale has all that (and more). To buy: $289 (was $358); toryburch....

How to Take Care of a Coffee Plant Now that you’ve likely run out to the store to secure your own coffee plant, here are some essential tips for successfully caring for it. Aside from the exciting possibility of harvesting your own beans for a fresh cup of brew, this evergreen, easy-care plant is perfect for plant parenting newbies and experienced gardeners alike. Coffee plants thrive in humid, damp soil and should be kept in an area of your home or garden with indirect sun....

To buy: $49; amazon.com. Like other True & Co bralettes that have become almost synonymous with comfort, the Soft Form V-Neck Adjustable Strap Bra is so snug that I barely remember I have a bra on at all when I’m wearing it. It’s seamlessly designed so that lines are practically invisible under T-shirts, and the stretch incorporated into the fabric really makes it move with my body, instead of constricting or digging into my ribcage and shoulders whenever I raise my arms or turn my back....

Whether you’re planning to make an entire turkey dinner with all the fixings this year or are slated to bring just one dish to your neighborhood potluck, TJ’s has your back. This lineup of Thanksgiving-themed desserts includes returning favorites like the delectable Pumpkin Cobbler as well as welcome newbies like Cranberry Orange Bars. As always, Trader Joe’s has done its best to make sure there’s a little something for everyone....