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Factors like where and how seafood is raised or caught can have an extensive impact on its quality, health benefits, and marine habitat. Here are a few tips for choosing the best seafood option that benefits your health and promotes sustainability. What Is Wild-Caught Seafood? Wild-caught seafood refers to various fishing methods that involve a wide range of gear to catch wildlife. According to the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, each set of tools and fishing method affects the ocean and marine life differently....

Challenge #1: Design an Oblong, Open-Space Living Room When you do your connecting, relaxing, and dining in one area, the space needs to really perform. Designer Max Humphrey shows how to pull it off—this is his collaboration with editor Leslie Corona. Goal Max aims to “turn this blank white box into a space with some architectural detail—without breaking the bank” and to make it livable all day long, 365 days a year....

While both half-and-half and heavy cream work well in beverages like coffee, tea, or smoothies, and as a creamy add-in for some recipes, they won’t always work as a substitute for one another. Below, we break down the unique qualities of heavy cream vs. half-and-half, and how to cook with each. We also unpack exactly what fat-free half-and-half is and the differences between half-and-half and light cream. Heavy cream, on the other hand, is a thicker and richer cream that contains at least 36 percent milkfat, nearly double that of half-and-half....

The blended oil features just six ingredients (vitamin E, jojoba oil, avocado oil, rice bran oil, lavender, and palmarosa) that correct a multitude of concerns, including fine lines and wrinkles, congested pores, uneven texture, dark circles, and a sagging “turkey neck.” While vitamin E is known for its benefits on the face, it can also be applied to dry, cracked lips, stretch marks, and stubborn body scars. Reviewers have found this blend is versatile enough to heal peeling sunburns and painful acne, too....

As Nicholas Creel, an assistant professor of business law at Georgia College and State University in Milledgeville, Ga., explains, businesses are already being strained with soaring supply chain prices, giving them next to no room for an increase in other costs without having to pass those costs off to consumers via price hikes. “So it isn’t too surprising that so many employers are trying to hold off on increasing employee pay or benefits—that’s a long-term cost increase they will have to deal with even after the supply chain issues level out,” he says....

“Eating a snack that includes protein can help to create feelings of fullness, stabilize blood sugar, and deliver a steady supply of energy to the body and the brain,” says Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN, author of The Fiber Effect. “Many grab-and-go snacks are high in processed carbohydrates and sugar, leaving you feeling hungry and depleted rather than satisfied and energized.” She recommends snacks with unprocessed carbohydrates, plant-based protein, and healthy fats....

There’s been a decades-long discussion over whether or not napping as an adult is definitively good for your health. Napping certainly can be beneficial, if done correctly and under the right conditions (the time of day, the length of the nap, and so on). In other words, whether or not that cat nap you’ve been taking mid-day is good for you ultimately depends on how and when you nap. So, yes, it can get a bit complicated....

To experience optimal benefits, you need the right amount of sleep—every night. How much sleep depends on individual factors, including your age, health, and even DNA. The National Sleep Foundation provides recommended sleep duration guidelines by age, based on scientific research conducted over two years by 18 different sleep experts. Their verdict: Adults between 18 and 64 years old should get seven to nine hours of sleep every night. (The CDC recommends “seven or more hours per night” for the same age range....

But there’s more! Depending on the type of hair you have—thickness, texture, and length—the way you should approach the act of brushing is different. We tapped in hair professional Anthony Cole, hairstylist and Sebastian Professional International Artist, to get some expert answers. For added volume, Cole recommends spritzing a volumizing spray, like Sebastian Professional Volupt Spray ($20; ulta.com), at the roots before brushing through gently. RELATED: These 8 Trusty Hair Tools Are Must-Haves for Curly Hair “Boar bristles are perfect for detangling coarse, thick hair....

Why Choosing the Right Sports Bra Is So Important If you have the right fitting bra for your sport you’ll improve your comfort and confidence and prevent more serious damage. To get a little technical: “When you move, your breasts bounce in a 3D motion, so without a supportive sports bra the Cooper’s Ligaments—an internal band of elastic tissue that supports the breasts and keeps them upright—can stretch irreversibly,” Hill-Norton says....

The good news? Getting your makeup sponge to look brand new doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. This guide will teach you how to clean a Beauty Blender quickly and includes four equally effective cleaning methods. Choose whichever way is easiest for you to do often. Why You Should Clean Makeup Sponges Dirty makeup sponges are undesirable in more ways than one. First, there’s the matter of hygiene. A grimy Beauty Blender or makeup sponge can be a veritable breeding ground for all kinds of germs and bacteria, which are then transferred onto your skin every time you use it....

“Over time, food particles can accumulate in the drain filter, drain hose, spray arm, or elsewhere in the dishwasher,” notes Vera Peterson, president of Molly Maid, a Neighborly company. “Standing water [or stagnant moisture] can also cause mold to grow inside the dishwasher.” Deep-cleaning a dishwasher requires some elbow grease, but streaming an upbeat playlist or your favorite podcast can make the task more enjoyable. Keep scrolling for the full rundown on how to clean a dishwasher, even if it’s moldy, smelly, or simply isn’t cleaning dishes as well as it should....

How to Prevent Stains on a Mattress The best way to keep a mattress clean is to prevent stains in the first place. “It’s always best to use a mattress protector to prevent stains altogether,” Corrow says. “Contrary to the noisy old vinyl ones that probably come to mind, the market now offers many inexpensive options made of soft fabric bonded to waterproof backing. Some even offer additional benefits like stain repellent, antimicrobial, and bedbug protection....

Before cooking asparagus, trim or snap off the woody ends, which can have an unpleasant, fibrous texture. Freshly cooked asparagus always welcomes a drizzle of olive oil, lemon wedges, or a bit of butter. See a bunch of asparagus as a blank canvas and pair it with punchy vinaigrettes or creamy, rich sauces. A glass of crisp, white wine wouldn’t hurt either. Keep in mind that the thickness of the asparagus will affect cooking time....

Plus, they taste amazing. Dragon fruit is a tropical fruit native to southern Mexico and Central America—though they look exotic, many compare their fresh, sweet flavor to pears and kiwis. They’re mega healthy, too. Dragon fruit contains a decent amount of iron, magnesium, and heart-healthy fiber. How to Eat a Dragon Fruit Dragon fruit can be used as a delicious base for smoothie bowls: Just freeze the flesh in chunks and toss into a blender with some banana chunks and coconut water....

As the economy shifts as a response to the coronavirus crisis, simply finding companies that are hiring is the first challenge. One pro tip: check out companies that are already known for hiring remote workers. To start, here are the top 10 companies with remote jobs in 2020, based on how many remote job listings they posted in 2019. And one bit of good news: Williams-Sonoma made the list! Check out the complete list of companies here....

Before filling up your sink with soap and water, find the washing instructions on the label, which may be hidden on the side of the garment. If the label says, “dry clean,” as opposed to “dry clean only,” the item can safely be hand washed. It should also give you guidelines including ideal water temperature. Using the right detergent is also important. Pick a product specifically formulated for hand washing clothes, such as The Laundress Delicate Wash ($20; amazon....

“The ideal sitting posture occurs when we’re aligned in a way that promotes an active core,” says Kate Esler, a physical therapist at SPEAR physical therapy in New York City. “We want our thoracic cage to line up with our pelvis (our base of support). The diaphragm (yes, that’s a core muscle!), transverse abdominis, and pelvic floor are the key core stabilizers needed to create ideal posture.” Unfortunately, it’s natural to slouch or sit leaning too far forward—especially after being seated for a while....