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For those moments where standard laundry detergent won’t do, we rounded up our tried-and true tips for keeping your most cherished items as pristine as the were on the day you purchased them. Dealing with embarrassing, sweat-stained t-shirts? We have you covered. And because you’re bound to eventually encounter a lap full of lo mein or an ill-timed ink stain, we included stain-removal tips that cover everyday mishaps. Since everybody’s gotta spill, drip, or trip sometime, here’s your first-things-first strategy for addressing common household stains on machine-washable clothes....

Tanja’s story may sound extreme, but the truth is, a lot of people can reduce their working years, with a little financial foresight and planning. “Many middle-class-and-up folks could retire earlier than they think, even without having big advantages,” says Hester, who now lives in Lake Tahoe, Calif., and recently wrote Work Optional: Retire Early the Non-Penny-Pinching Way ($10; amazon.com). In fact, there’s an entire movement of people retiring in their 30s and 40s—they call it FIRE (financial independence, retire early)....

“Being good consumers of healthcare costs is always a challenge, and you might be anxious about going to a doctor and getting a prescription not knowing how much it’s going to cost,” says Ramzi Yacoub, chief pharmacy officer at SingleCare. “This is just a really easy tool for people to use to understand their costs beforehand.” If you go this route, still do your own homework. “[These options] can save you a lot of legwork, although it’s always a good idea to confirm the lowest price directly with the pharmacy,” says Kate Ashford, a Medicare specialist at NerdWallet....

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Then someone recommended a wood stain pen. This amazing tool was just $16.42, and available in seven colors to match many types of wood, from maple to mahogany. With hardwood floors, the color choice would have been easier. With my faux wood, I simply selected the shade that was closest to my laminate floor. Luckily, “Golden Oak” blended in perfectly. When the marker arrived, I carefully filled in all of the exposed scrapes and scratches on my living room floor....

To put it simply, Freshly is just plain easy to use. The service sends pre-packaged meals your way weekly that are fresh, never frozen, and take a well-balanced diet into account. Processed foods and large amounts of sugar are left off the table, and calorie counts per meal range from 300 to 650. The rotating menu features more than 30 gluten-free single-serve meals to choose from each week, from comfort foods with a healthy twist to nutrient-dense veggies and protein to takeout-staple replicas; dishes like Sicilian-style chicken parmesan and creamy cashew coconut chicken are up for grabs....

And you won’t see red sauce or ricotta here; instead, the base is made by stirring sour cream and zippy whole-grain mustard for a pop of flavor and texture. (Or, for extra luxe points, use crème fraiche instead of sour cream.) Large, striking pieces of dressed lacinato kale are lightly pressed onto the cheese-covered dough, and the finishing touch is a squeeze of lemon to balance the richness. Cut it into small squares for bite-sized appetizers or as you wish for a satisfying meal....

Highlights: Over 10 years of experience in culinary nutritionLicensed Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and culinary professionalTrained and worked at a Michelin-starred restaurant for nearly five yearsPrevious Adjunct Professor at New York University in the Department of Nutrition and Food StudiesContributed 100+ articles and recipes as a freelance writer for nationally recognized digital food and health platforms including RealSimple.com, Spruce Eats, VeryWell Fit, and Well + GoodNearly 50 media contributions as a culinary nutrition expertMedical Review Board Member for VeryWell FitCo-founder of the Culinary Nutrition Collaborative Kristy began her career in clinical nutrition as an outpatient dietitian at a world-renowned cancer center in New York City but after completing culinary school, transitioned into culinary nutrition as her chosen field of specialty....

For example, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), many homes that were built before 1978 used lead-based paint—and even the dust from the paint can be hazardous to your health. And that’s not the only potential problem you might in a home built before 1978. If you live in an old house, these are the things you need to check—or call in a professional to check for you....

The dishes are mainly hands off, last for days in the fridge or even longer in the freezer, and are even better reheated once you put in the initial kitchen time. Keep reading for several meal prep ideas to make your life much easier and more delicious. RELATED: The Secret to Making a Perfect Frittata Every Time RELATED: How to Cook Ramen, According to Professional Chefs

Mint green may not be at the top of the kitchen cabinet paint colors wish list, but it’s a surprisingly excellent pick for any kitchen, especially smaller ones. Take the above space, located in a 100-year-old home in Austin, Texas. Designer Maureen Stevens chose mint green paint—Mint Condition from Sherwin-Williams—for the cabinets to help make the small, rather dark space look brighter, and the results are enough to make anyone reconsider opinions on light cabinet paint colors....

When I was growing up, my mom made a version of this quick soup, which she finished by dropping an egg yolk right into the hot broth. It breaks open and creates a deliciously creamy sauce. The same is done same here, but if you’re squeamish about the yolk, feel free to skip this step.

This week’s caller—we’ll call her Mia, though that’s not her real name—is 28 years old, works in the northeast, and is celebrating five years at her corporate job. She has a comfortable emergency fund, lives within her means, and has opportunities for growth at her current workplace: Her career path is pretty linear and offers financial security. Still, Mia dreams of starting her own business. And even as she can’t shake the feeling that she wants to become self-employed and feel passionate about her work, she also can’t escape the fear of leaving her financial security behind and taking the risks that come with entrepreneurship....