During the current coronavirus crisis, the concept of the victory garden appears to be making a comeback, and although the crisis at hand and the context is different, Vogt points out that there are economic facets underlying both. During WW1, the railroad lines prioritized transporting members of the military, leaving less railcars devoted to food shipment. “Through gardening, Americans were able to produce an estimated 1.45 million quarts of home canned food—providing for their own needs and alleviating supply lines for others,” says Vogt....

To buy: $15 (was $40); amazon.com While many people love a wireless bra, the Warner’s version gives you the support of an underwire bra with all the comfort of wireless thanks to its cushioned underwire design. Because the wire is wrapped in satin, you can rest assured that it won’t stick out or poke you while you wear it. You’ll love that the wire will lift and separate your breasts, too!...

“I define sustainability as attentiveness toward the planet as well as its inhabitants,” explains Gittemarie Johansen, a sustainability advocate, writer, and lecturer. “Practically, that means taking [many] things like material sourcing, natural resources, production waste, chemical usage, wastewater management, shipping, lifespan, disposal, and recycling, into consideration when making or buying a product.” Johansen, the sustainable living expert for online courses site Tilleo, teaches a virtual course about living a cleaner lifestyle....

Take white noise, for example: It’s a solid option for many people seeking better sleep, but it’s no longer the only snooze-inducing noise option out there—and doesn’t always end up being the sleep panacea people hope for. If you’ve tried using white noise to fall asleep with no luck, allow us to introduce you to its “warmer,” more soothing cousin: pink noise. What is pink noise vs. white noise? Like white noise, pink noise is a non-descript, ongoing sound intended to lull people to sleep....

This recent trend is called “trip stacking” and it’s a product of the current, ever-changing travel climate. Keep reading to find out more about this method of vacation planning, its risks and benefits, and what travel experts are saying about it. What is trip stacking? According to Martin Jones, CEO of the travel booking site ParkSleepFly.com, trip stacking is a method aimed to try to counteract COVID-19-related travel disruptions. Though many travel restrictions have been lifted and travel has surged back up in recent months, trips and events are still being canceled or postponed across the world....

To make sure you never have to say no to your favorite spin class or running trail, we decided to get to the bottom of post-workout scarlet skin by asking dermatologists if there’s a reason for alarm or a way to tamp down the redness. Keep reading to find out exactly why your face turns red when you work out and exactly what you need to do to manage your post-exertion redness....

So why is this salad topper being recalled? The FDA notes that the dressing has been pulled from store shelves because it contains undeclared soy and wheat allergens. The recall is now being expanded to include Whole Foods Market 365 Organic Creamy Caesar Dressing with a “Best If Used By Date” of September 21 22 through June 06 23, and incorrect UPC Code 99482-49027. The previous recall only included items with a “Best If Used By Date” of 04/06/2023....

Many families can’t afford professional in-home care, researchers from Stanford University wrote last week in JAMA Neurology, leaving unpaid relatives as the best or only option. Historically, these jobs have fallen to women: Research shows that wives are more likely to care for husbands than vice versa, and daughters are 28 percent more likely to care for aging parents than sons. This trend has continued, the authors note, even as women now make up nearly half of the workforce....

Recycling gets easier every day, especially as companies prioritize making items that are easier to recycle. Did you know that coffee pods can actually go into your recycling bin? (The top goes in the trash, but you can rinse the plastic pod and add it to the bin.) And more and more other food containers now have recycling symbols. Still, plenty of items don’t fall into standard categories and need a little special care while still more seem to be recycling mysteries....

But to maximize a heat protectant’s, well, protective effects, it’s important to use it the right way, points out Shelly Aguirre, a stylist at Maxine Salon in Chicago. If you mist it all over your hair just once, but then go in and flat-iron every little section 10 times in a row, it’s not going to do much, she says. Instead, she suggests applying the product in sections, aka the same way you’re styling your hair....

Each of these wireless bras have thousands (if not tens of thousands) of five-star ratings, and come from popular brands like True & Co., Warner’s, Fruit of the Loom, Calvin Klein, and more. Calvin Klein Invisibles Lightly Lined Triangle Bralette, From $20 True & Co True Body Triangle Convertible Strap Bra, $44 Hanes SmoothTec ComfortFlex Fit Wirefree Bra, From $9 Hanes Full-Coverage Wireless Bra, $15 Fruit of the Loom Seamless Wire-Free Push-up Bra, From $10 Bali Comfort Revolution Wirefree Bra, From $15 Warner’s Play It Cool Moisture-Wicking Wireless Racerback Bra, From $24 Warner’s Easy Does It Underarm-Smoothing Wireless Lightly Lined Bra, From $16 Warner’s Cloud 9 Super Soft Wireless Lightly Lined Comfort Bra, From $14 Maidenform Casual Comfort Convertible Bralette, From $13...

Luckily, with a few sprucing secrets, you can help even the straggliest of fake trees look full. After fluffing the branches, adding fresh garlands, and making your tree smell like pine, don’t be surprised if your guests mistake your faux tree for the real deal. Alternatively, opt for pine picks or sprays of artificial greenery attached to a metal stem in a color that matches your tree. Intersperse them evenly to give the tree a balanced look, and make sure the metal stem is well hidden within the tree branches....

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From vacation options to discount gas, Costco benefits can help you save money in almost any area of your life. Some are so great that they may make the membership a good value to people who don’t buy in bulk at all. If you’re not always sure that a membership card is worth it, consider some of these extra Costco perks we dug up.

Whether you’re in the mood for eggnog, warm apple cider, a creamy caramel latté, or a spirited hot toddy, we have 11 recipes to warm you up from the inside out. But if mixing your own isn’t for you, check out our six favorite store-bought warming beverages and our guide to cozy wines for cold weather.

Another crucial nutrient is iron. “It’s an energy source and a mineral the hair needs,” Pullan says. In fact, studies have shown iron deficiency has been linked to female patterned hair loss. RELATED: How to Get a Healthy Scalp, According to Experts

No matter which holidays you celebrate, there’s something on this list that’ll help make your space merry and bright. We’re talking classic garlands and Christmas trees as well as knit stockings and LED candles starting at $11. You’ll also find versatile picks that are ideal to use right now before Thanksgiving and take you well into the new year. Early Black Friday Holiday Home Decor Deals Uniprimebbq Mini Christmas Tree Decor Pack, $11 (was $14) Nuptio Candlestick Holders, $20 with coupon (was $24) Miulee Corduroy Throw Pillow Covers, $14 (was $21) Hyggeism Two-Tier Wood Tray, $33 (was $70) National Tree Company Pre-Lit Christmas Wreath, $40 (was $60) Lenox Mini Snowflake Three-Piece Ornament Set, $24 (was $30) National Tree Company Artificial Christmas Tree, $130 (was $310) Cullaby Vintage Red Truck Decor, $17 (was $20) Sweet Water Decor Seasonal Candle, $20 (was $24) Kurt Adler 16-Inch Wooden Gingerbread Nutcracker, $55 (was $105)...