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Once the Pantone team decided on the feeling they wanted the chosen color to evoke, the selection of Viva Magenta was easy. “I don’t think we’ve ever had a time when we had a big controversy,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “We’re all very much on the same page.” The psychology behind the color comes first, and after extensive research—including inspiration pulled from art exhibits, travels, fashion shows, even TikTok videos—the color is chosen....

Older adults who have become uncharacteristically sad, irritable, anxious, rude, or disinterested in friends or family—and who have been that way for at least six months—could be exhibiting warning signs, they say. The group of experts is proposing a new diagnosis, called Mild Behavioral Impairment (MBI), which could hopefully help doctors recognize brain changes that may lead to neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. Identifying this progression sooner, they say, might help to pave the way for earlier treatments and better care for at-risk patients....

The DoSensePro pad comes with a mat that’s 29 inches in length and a semicircular neck pillow, which together have hundreds of rubber-like plastic “spikes” that target acupressure points. As you lay on them, the points gently press into the muscles to draw blood flow to tense areas and release knots and tension, and I must admit—when you first try it, it can feel slightly intense. But once the blood starts flowing to your muscles, they begin to relax, and then that feeling of relief comes rushing in....

There’s a dual dispenser and single dispenser option, depending on your needs and preferred method of food storage. The Zevro Food Dispenser is perfect for cereal, rice, nuts, granola, and more. The plastic containers hold up to 17.5 ounces of food each, which is more than a standard cereal box (those typically hold 12 to 14 ounces). And there’s no need to worry about the quality of the canisters, as they’re scratch-resistant and shatterproof against any accidents that may occur....

It comes in six different sizes ranging from twin to California king. Each one guarantees protection against fluids and allergens for up to 10 years, making it great for people with kids, those who sweat at night, anyone prone to spilling, and pet owners. Plus, it’s made of material that SafeRest describes as a hypoallergenic cotton terry surface with a “membrane back coating,” which makes each mattress protector waterproof, noiseless, and breathable....

The Secret Is in the Juice That means freshly squeezed lime juice (not the bottled stuff) and—here’s the real secret—a splash of fresh OJ. That’s right. Fresh-squeezed juice from an actual orange, NOT orange-flavored liqueur, is the secret to a cleaner tasting, more refreshing margarita. Here’s Why Triple Sec, an orange-flavored liqueur commonly used in margaritas, is made by macerating orange peels with sugar and alcohol. Using a sweetened liqueur like this to make your drink means you can’t adjust the cocktail to your liking (sweeter, say, or boozier) without adding more orange flavor and/or alcohol on top of it....

It’s not that I think he’s going to be a chef (he’s still far more interested in playing computer games or jumping on the trampoline than getting in the kitchen), or even that I could use an extra set of hands (tbh, I prefer to work alone). It’s that every time he offers to stir, slice, or mix something I’m making, he is that much more likely to eat it once it’s ready....

Think about it: When you lie down, do you find that your head is falling flat or is too elevated? The position of your head is extremely important to promote healthy spinal alignment, which simply means your neck and spine are ultimately in a straight, neutral line. Otherwise, you’re at risk for strains and aches come morning. Shoppers swear the Tempur-Pedic Symphony Pillow helps with pain. One person even called the pillow a “life saver” and said that they now “sleep through [the] night most nights, and wake up with no back/neck pain,” adding that it’s “worth every penny....

It’s none other than the Youth to the People Superfood Hydrate + Firm Peptide Eye Cream, a skin-smoothing treatment that “delivers an army of restorative vitamins” to aging, dull skin. The 100 percent vegan formula contains a blend of superfoods—such as kale, spinach, green tea, and alfalfa, alongside vitamin C, aloe vera, and sunflower seed oil—that soothe inflammation and irritation while tightening, firming, and filling out fine lines and wrinkles....

If you’re struggling with problem behavior, take heart. It can be challenging to enforce boundaries with younger children. Still, you have the benefit of imagination (I doubt a teen would want a “make-your-bed fairy” checking in on them). To help you get a handle on things, we asked some talented elementary school teachers for their best classroom management advice that you can use at home. Try it at home: Need to corral a bunch of six-year-olds at a birthday party?...

This week, TJ’s rolled out their brand new line of Benne Wafer Cookies. Brace yourself: these bite-sized, ready-to-eat, sweet-and-salty snacks are dangerously addictive. Benne wafers are a unique variety of crispy cookie made from sesame seeds native to the “low country” of South Carolina. They’re ethereally light in texture and baked until golden brown. Benne wafers bare a sweet, nutty, maple-y flavor and candied-like crispness. Trader Joe’s uses a supplier in Savannah, Georgia, so you can count on an old-fashioned authentic recipe that incorporates wheat flour with toasted sesame....

Read the Terms However, there’s some fine print associated with TJ’s gift cards that you should know about before buying or giving one to someone in your life. While many brands issue and accept e-gift cards, online gift cards, and digital gift certificates, the California-based retailer only sells and accepts physical gift cards. While physical gift cards are frustratingly easier to lose or misplace, Trader Joe’s notes that it chose “this approach to better protect the original purchaser or recipient of our gift cards....

For example, TJ’s is currently selling a seasonal truffle pesto that can work as a crostini topper for an elegant appetizer, or can be mixed with a bowl of pasta for a simple, yet decadent main course. And when it comes to dessert, Trader Joe’s has local favorites as well as a box of luxe French macarons, which are almost amazing enough to transport you to the streets of Paris....

Made of nylon and elastane, it slides on like a second skin without fussy fasteners. While the buttery-soft microfiber material feels lightweight, it provides just the right amount of support. Once I had it on, there were no gaps or puckers in sight, and hours later I felt like I was wearing nothing at all. The bra also comes with removable pads, so you can choose whether to have that extra bit of lift or not....

Not surprisingly, and for various reasons, certain foods will see larger price increases than others. Topping the list with the largest increase compared to 2021 is beef and veal. While that category is now slated to see a 3.4 percent bump in 2022, beef and veal prices have risen a whopping 16.2 percent since last year. Another category that’s destined to see a big jump is poultry, which the USDA predicts will see a 6 to 7 percent increase in price this year....

What Is Rhubarb? Rhubarb is a vegetable that tends to be used like a fruit. Unlike tomatoes and avocado, fruits that are used in more savory preparation, rhubarb’s tartness lends itself to being paired with more sweet flavors. And though it may look like some familiar vegetables, rhubarb is in a class of its own. “Rhubarb, oddly enough, is not related to the celery or Swiss chard families, it’s actually part of the buckwheat family,” explains Brian Beadle, head chef of higher education at an ethical food service company called Genuine Foods....

Here’s what to know about the most popular Easter traditions today and the holiday itself. When Is Easter in 2022? This year, Easter falls on Sunday, April 17, 2022—a bit later in the spring than it did last year (Sunday, April 4, 2021). The holiday is a “movable feast,” meaning the date, which is always a Sunday, changes every year and follows a similar calendar to the Hebrew calendar based on the lunar cycle....

The movement was started by a group of moms who wished to spread joy during quarantine season. Wine seemed like the universal choice to cheer people up, so they decided to initiate a Facebook group called “Sisterhood of the Traveling Wine.” From there, women would collect the addresses of wine lovers in their communities and ask which varieties of wine they prefer to receive. They then create a personal gift basket and deliver them to doorsteps, ringing the doorbell and running for cover to keep in line with social distancing....