If you can, try to find a bird from a smaller farm or ranch. The massive, industrial turkeys that tip the scales at 20-plus pounds don’t pack as much flavor. Also, you don’t have to get your turkey weeks before the big day. If you buy yours a few days before, it’ll be fresher. Once your turkey has been cooking for some time, and you suspect it’s within 20 minutes of doneness, take that turkey pan out and deploy the thermometer....
“Your home should be a reflection of you—it should be a reflection of your journey, of your story,” Dayna says. There are many different ways to achieve this, whether who choose to decorate your space with cherished family mementos or DIY your wall decor. In her own home, Dayna has done both. To fast-track your way to a home that feels like you—yes, even if you just moved in or are living in a rental—consider all the expert-approved tips below....
Painting isn’t simply figuring out the cost to paint a room with the help of pros, deciding whether to hire help or make it a DIY project, and then slapping paint on walls. Paint colors need to be chosen, the appropriate amount (and type) of supplies must be purchased, and budgets (monetary and time) need to be made—and that’s where the slew of helpful online tools (like calculators and quizzes) come in handy....
But honey isn’t about humans. It’s the natural product made from bees, one of our planet’s most important animals. Honey bees visit millions of blossoms in their lifetimes, making pollination of plants possible and collecting nectar to bring back to the hive. Lucky for us, bees make more honey than their colony needs, and beekeepers remove the excess and bottle it. It’s delicious, yes, but honey has more to offer than just sweet flavor for tea or on top of yogurt....
A little fatigue is even a normal part of almost everybody’s day. That’s because for about 45 to 60 minutes after eating, your body will naturally feel mildly drained. “Your body is redirecting energy to digest your food,” says Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, a board-certified internist and author of From Fatigued to Fantastic, The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution, and the popular free smart phone app Cures A-Z. Tiredness might even occur after a busy day at work or a tough workout....
We chose the following 53 positive quotes because they represent the most inspirational and uplifting quotes we could find. Sometimes all we need to feel better is a little perspective from another person who has been there and thrived. Nevertheless, if you find these quotes don’t motivate you, don’t fret. Sometimes it’s better to lean into your negative moods, instead of trying to force toxic positivity. Whether you share them in a text, as a social media post caption, or as a spoken mantra, these uplifting, motivating words and sayings are sure to bring good vibes to any situation....
Whether you’re scrubbing the sink between errands or clearing away fingerprints when your little one (finally) goes down for a nap, these quick cleaning tasks can all be done in five minutes or less. You can even tackle one as you’re waiting for water to boil or while you’re on the phone with a friend. Clear the Gunk Around the Sink If you don’t already own a pan scraper set, you can make the $12 investment right now....
“Exercise can also improve blood circulation, reduce or prevent high blood pressure, improve heart function and decrease the risk of developing diabetes,” he continues. “Moderate to high intensity aerobic activity can increase the benefit and this might include hiking uphill or carrying a heavy backpack.” Dr. Reisman also says hiking offers different perks than traditional cardio, since it reduces stress, while improving our mood. With all of these perks combined, he says our risk of an acute heart attack is significantly less....
But on the other hand, it’s a fallacy to compare your “normal” temporary anxieties to the pervasive and chronic anxieties of someone with an anxiety disorder. Their worries are more intense, interfere with their ability to perform daily life tasks, and their symptoms are often difficult to manage without help. Say instead: “You seem really anxious, that must feel awful. I’m always here for you—what can I do to help?...
Secondly, she adds, if you’re not cleansing your skin thoroughly, any anti-aging serums or lotions you apply at night are unable to penetrate effectively. The bottom line: Nightly face-washing is a non-negotiable. But on that note… To avoid excessive scrubbing, she suggests washing your face in the shower. Get your skin super wet for about five minutes, and then follow this two-step process: 1) Use a gentle micellar water to remove makeup, and 2) Use a gentle cleanser to wash off leftover dirt or oil....
To update your look without investing a ton of time (or extra cash), check out the key products makeup artist Moani Lee used on the moms featured in our magazine (and for more ideas, follow her on Instagram). Whether you’re looking to erase fine lines around your eyes or just want to learn how to have more fun with your getting-ready routine, let these go-to products inspire you to shake things up this season....
However, not every renovation project is worth your time or money, and when you decide to sell your home, you may be disappointed to learn you won’t recoup the money you spent. Go ahead and craft the home of your dreams with whatever projects you like, but if your goal is to boost the selling price of your home, these improvements aren’t the answer. Ditto for a waterfall that cascades down into the pool—and that’s because landscaping choices are a personal preference....
When shopping for pears, look for firmer fruits without soft spots, bruises, or blemishes. The ideal color will depend on which variety you’re looking for: Green Anjous, Bartletts, and Bosc pears all come in varying shades of green, pinkish-red, and brown (and there are over 3,000 types of pear across the world). Keep in mind that pears are best when picked unripe and then allowed to ripen off the tree....
Familiarize yourself with the breaker box in your house or apartment (if you have access to it). Open the cover and look at the grid of breakers. One might now be switched to “OFF” or may display a red marker window that indicates it’s been tripped. Turn off all the lights and appliances connected to that breaker. Then, flip the tripped breaker to the “ON” position (some models will need to be switched fully off before turning them back on again)....
But long before #skinfluencers and #sponcon, there were dermatologists—you know, the medical doctors who devoted themselves to years of rigorous training and clinical practice so they could provide the absolute best dermatologic treatment. While getting a derm-recommended skincare regimen once required an office visit, snagging their suggestions and benefiting from their expertise is now much more achievable—thanks in part to a boom of dermatologist-founded beauty brands. And it makes sense, right?...
