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Purchase Real Honey According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), honey is defined “as a thick, sweet, syrupy substance that bees make as food from the nectar of flowers and store in honeycombs.” Although this seems like a no-brainer, you may be surprised to find that some store-bought “honey” may include added ingredients aside from 100 percent pure honey. Pay Attention to the Labels Next time you’re at the supermarket, pay special attention to the labels on the bottle that will help you identify counterfeit honey....

For sunny days ahead, you’re going to want a lightweight and breathable dress that’ll keep you cool throughout—and this faux wrap dress fits the bill. Made of cotton and stretchy spandex, the airy pick absorbs sweat and has a relaxed fit, providing a cling-free feel that shoppers appreciate. The durable yet lightweight dress also has a super soft feel that drapes nicely, making it ultra comfortable. To buy: $29 with coupon (was $31); amazon....

And if you are selling your home soon? Consider listing ASAP. According to Zillow, homes listed on a Thursday in late April can expect to sell for about 2.8 percent more (about $9,300 on the typical U.S. home). List ahead of the weekend showings, mention the steam oven, and don’t forget to highlight your modern farmhouse decor. Steam Oven For the second year in a row, Zillow found that steam ovens were the number one feature to boost home values....

Hasbro Gaming Connect 4, $10 Wordle The Party Game for 2-4 Players, $15 Connect 4 Spin Game, $16 Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Kingdom Of Sweet Adventures, $12 Guess Who? Original Guessing Game, $12 ThinkFun Zingo Bingo Award Winning Preschool Game, $22 The Chameleon, Award-Winning Board Game for Families & Friends, $17 Czech Games Codenames, $16 Disney Matching Game, $11 Hygge Games …I should have known that!, $20 Hedbanz, Quick Question Game, $16 Catan Board Game, $38...

It turns out that the beautiful state of Hawaii is one of those exceptional places—well, really, the most exceptional—according to data pulled by NiceRx, a company helping patients access affordable prescription medications. To determine which states are the happiest in America (and why), NiceRx compared all 50 states, calculating an overall happiness score by measuring each state against several “happiness factors,” such as prevalence of mental illness, crime, poverty, average life expectancy, and more....

The typical reach-in linen closet is 30 to 36 inches wide and 15 to 24 inches deep, says Scott Davis, vice president of product development and marketing at Closetmaid, a storage system manufacturer, and can be found either in a bathroom or a hallway near the bedrooms. While exactly what people store in their linen closets varies, Davis suggests you resist the urge to store “anything and everything” in here....

A Quick History of Lip Plumpers OG lip plumpers surfaced in the mid-2000s, and by 2010 were a full-blown beauty category. Back then, these products typically worked via mildly irritating “vasodilator” ingredients such as peppermint, cinnamon, ginger, and capsaicin, notes Blair Hayes, board-certified aesthetics physician assistant. Some even used bee venom, which were believed to trigger an inflammatory response. Everyone had a tube of tingly lip plumper in their purse, and there was a weird sort of pleasure in the zing of each application....

The Anrabess turtleneck is made from a soft, stretchy blend of viscose and nylon. It features long bat-wing sleeves, a ribbed texture, and an asymmetrical hem, offering a cozy feel with a modern look. Since the cut is on the longer side, you can wear this sweater as a tunic with pants or leggings, and it’s easy to dress up or down. The sweater is available in 32 colors and patterns, including classics, like black and navy, as well as bolder options, like royal blue and several color block designs....

A few smart tips to keep in mind: First, remove all excess moisture from the butternut squash fries before coating them with cornstarch. “This will help them to get more crisp in the oven,” Jawad says. Also, make sure to cut the fries as evenly and thinly as you can to help them get more browned and ensure that they cook through evenly. And lastly, avoid over-crowding your pan with the cut fries....

Serve these fabulously messy sandwiches with fresh coleslaw that has a quick red wine vinegar and sour cream dressing. If you end up with leftover coleslaw, add it to a rice bowl. Also, add a little more tomato sauce to any leftover meat, then serve it over pasta. 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 pound ground turkey 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce ¼ cup dark brown sugar ¼ cup barbecue sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce kosher salt and black pepper 4 hamburger buns...

The Essentials Basket of BasicsOffer a neat grouping of new toothbrushes, travel-size toiletries (including toothpaste and saline solution), and “just-in-case” meds, so guests instantly feel cared for. Hand Sanitizer and Disinfecting WipesLeaving out a few extra cleaning supplies may help your guests feel more comfortable and in control of their space. Vacant DrawersIt’s off-putting for visitors to find the guest room closet and dresser bursting with your overflow clothing. Leave at least two free drawers (set ajar so it’s clear that they’re for guest use), ample hanging space, and a half-dozen hangers to stow belongings....

So what are you getting when you sign up for this meal delivery service? In short, these are cost-effective meal kits that explore classic and unique flavors without much prep time. Examples of menu items include spaghetti with Brussels sprouts and parmesan cheese, blackened chicken and cauliflower grits, and a zucchini mozzarella and sun-dried tomato panini. With prices starting at $57 per week, HelloFresh lets you customize your plan by choosing the number of servings and recipes you’d like to receive and noting any dietary preferences....

Below, learn more about the history of free stores, how they work, and how you can contribute to or start one of your own. The History of Free Stores The idea of a moneyless market or store isn’t actually new at all. It’s actually a 17th century idea being continued in the 21st century. The first known iteration of these ‘markets’ were the brainchild of a communist, agriculturally based sect in England around 1649-1650 called the Diggers....

What Is Nail Slugging? “Nail slugging, an evolution of the popular Korean skin slugging trend, is a new way to hydrate and revive dry or damaged nails,” says Dana Stern, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist and nail specialist. Just like skin slugging involves coating skin in a thick layer of an occlusive ointment (typically Vaseline), so too holds true for nail slugging, during which you coat the nail and cuticle with the same....

Umami is one of the five basic tastes (along with sweet, sour, bitter, and salty) and translates to savory. Umami can be naturally found in a variety of foods. These six ingredients have umami in spades—here’s how to harness their flavors every day of the week. Get the recipe for antipasto stromboli. Learn more about soy sauce, then get the recipe for slow cooker soy-braised chicken. Blend a spoonful into creamy carrot soup, or mix it with yogurt and dollop it onto salmon burgers or roasted vegetables....

A study by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that half of the population will require long-term services and support—such as an in-home caregiver or residence in an assisted living community—if they reach age 65. The average costs of those services will be about $140,000, but for many Americans the number will be much higher. “It’s a point in our life none of us wants to get to actually, but the cost of long-term custodial care can literally wipe out a couple’s retirement savings,” says Terry Savage, a nationally syndicated financial columnist and author of The Savage Truth on Money....

As financial therapist and licensed professional counselor Kathy Haines, LPC explains, conflict over finances is among the top three reasons couples fight—or ultimately get divorced. Because everyone has a different experience with money and varied emotions tied to it, talking about money feels personal and can make us uneasy, fast. “Being vulnerable enough to have open and honest communication around money creates financial intimacy. This in turn creates safety within the relationship,” Haines says....