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philips sonicare flexcare toothbrush on bathroom counter For such a utilitarian item, there sure are a lot of toothbrushes on the market. While having options can be nice, it can be hard to know where to start when you’re shopping for these essentials. Is one better than the other? And what about electric models? Are they worth the splurge? According to the American Dental Association (ADA), both electric and manual toothbrushes can be used effectively to remove the plaque that causes tooth decay and disease....

msl-holiday14-snowberry-1114.jpg msl-holiday14-snowberry-1114.jpg msl-holiday14-snowberry-1114.jpg msl-holiday14-snowberry-1114.jpg We take our time to trim the tree and deck the halls when Christmas rolls around—so why not spend a moment to spruce up our windows, too? Not only do seasonal window decorations add merriment to your home for you and your family to enjoy, but it offers a touch of holiday magic for passers-by, as well. If you’re seeking some Christmas window inspiration, let one of the following displays ignite your creativity....

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Drain and fruit flies are two nuisance pests commonly found indoors. And while they have similarities—both are small compared to larger house flies and breed in organic materials—their respective infestations require different treatment plans. Here, Jim Fredericks, Ph.D., a chief entomologist for the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), explains how you can identify and exterminate these common bugs for good. Drain Flies Drain flies, which are sometimes also known as moth flies, breed in the organic debris that builds up—as their name implies—inside of drains....

japanese knotweed plant Credit: Getty Images japanese knotweed plant Credit: Getty Images japanese knotweed plant Credit: Getty Images japanese knotweed plant Credit: Getty Images If you are one of the unlucky homeowners with unrelenting Japanese knotweed on your property, then we send our sincerest condolences. Introduced from Asia, this rapidly spreading and highly invasive ornamental plant can quickly overtake even the most manicured of lawns—it can quickly grow to 10 feet tall with roots that shoot down twice as deep....

greek-salad-mld108124.jpg Credit: Jonathan Lovekin greek-salad-mld108124.jpg Credit: Jonathan Lovekin greek-salad-mld108124.jpg Credit: Jonathan Lovekin greek-salad-mld108124.jpg Credit: Jonathan Lovekin It’s one of the world’s most recognizable cheeses and might just be the oldest one from Europe. Naturally, we’re talking about feta. As the signature cheese of Greece, feta is a required ingredient in classic recipes like Greek salad, feta and spinach pie, and feta and watermelon salad. Feta cheese was first referenced in Homer’s Odyssey in the eighth century BCE, and the methods of production are pretty much the same now as they were then....

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From classic pale blue and green to more dramatic navy or red, your primary suite bathroom’s paint color can make it a quiet haven for hot showers and soothing self-care. “Many consumers are looking to create a sanctuary-like space in their primary suite bathroom [in 2022],” says Arianna Cesa, associate manager of color marketing and development at Benjamin Moore. “Soft blues and pink-tinged white paint colors offer the perfect backdrop to do just that....

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Red Rice Credit: Clay Williams Red Rice Credit: Clay Williams Red Rice Credit: Clay Williams Red Rice Credit: Clay Williams Chef Emily Meggett has lived, loved, and fed folks on Edisto Island, South Carolina, for most of her 89 years. Her new book, Gullah Geechee Home Cooking ($35.49, bookstore.org), pays tribute to her ancestors, who settled the land where they were once enslaved and created a new cuisine of fresh, deeply flavorful dishes, including the beloved staple red rice....

If you’re curious about how natural cleaning products work or why baking soda is such a powerful ingredient, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll explain the science behind some of the most popular cleaning methods and tools, so you can you clean smarter—not harder. Follow along with Clean Science to see which technique we break down next. Robotic vacuums offer a high-tech approach to cleaning, but some homeowners remain skeptical of their efficacy....

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After the Netflix series Bridgerton debuted on Christmas Day in 2020, millions of viewers around the country spent the remainder of the year on a salacious journey back to England’s Regency era—and Martha was one of them. During a recent podcast interview with iHeart Radio, our founder revealed that she was just as enthralled by the show as we were. “I watched the entire series. I binge-watched it!” she told the host....

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nailpolish-opener-512-d111148.jpg Credit: Aaron Dyer Whether you’re hesitant to toss your go-shade of summer ‘15 or debating if last year’s glittery gold top coat is still usable for this year’s holiday parties, knowing when old polish is just too old can sometimes be tricky. For instance, is it still okay to use if the color has separated? What about if it’s just sticky? And if it has gone bad, is there an eco-friendly way to dispose of it?...

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There’s a new online grocery store in town, and they’re aiming to be a one-stop shop for all your Asian cooking needs: Umamicart, which launched in March, is a direct-to-consumer Asian grocer that was co-founded by Andrea Xu, an Asian American woman with Chinese parents who grew up in Spain. She came to the United States for college, where she attended New York University, and later got a job in finance....