Why Do Hands Age First

close up of womans hands Credit: Science Photo Library close up of womans hands Credit: Science Photo Library close up of womans hands Credit: Science Photo Library close up of womans hands Credit: Science Photo Library We put a lot of effort into the skin care routines dedicated to our faces, necks, and chests, but we often forget about our hands, which are actually the first body parts to show the signs of time....

June 8, 2022 · 4 min · 650 words · Johnetta Johnson

5 Sweet Ways To Include Your Kids In The Wedding Vows

couple with baby Credit: Elizabeth Messina Photography If you’re already a parent on your wedding day and want to acknowledge your kids in a special way, think about including them in your vows. Whether you have youngsters from previous relationships or have children together, including these little ones will likely be one part of the wedding they’ll remember for the rest of their lives. See if one of these ideas feels right to you....

June 7, 2022 · 5 min · 882 words · Myrtle Smith

Are Serums Different From Gel Moisturizers

As more and more product types enter the market, our skin care routines evolve—and since there are many formula categories circulating, our arsenals are fuller than ever. Is every lotion and potion truly necessary? It’s a common question, especially since several of today’s formulas seem similar. Consider serums and gel moisturizers: Both are designed to douse skin with lightweight moisture, and won’t overwhelm oily or acne-prone complexions. So, do you truly need both?...

June 7, 2022 · 3 min · 433 words · Kevin Concepcion

Five Mistakes You Re Making With Your Tomato Plants

tomato vine plant Credit: Jed Share/Kaoru Share/Getty Images tomato vine plant Credit: Jed Share/Kaoru Share/Getty Images tomato vine plant Credit: Jed Share/Kaoru Share/Getty Images tomato vine plant Credit: Jed Share/Kaoru Share/Getty Images Tomatoes are delicious and versatile, which makes them a favorite vegetable among home gardeners. While tomatoes are some of the most rewarding plants to grow, they can also be some of the most challenging and confounding, admits Levi Gardner, professor of environmental studies at Grand Valley State University and co-executive director of Urban Roots, a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based non-profit community farm and education center....

June 7, 2022 · 4 min · 724 words · Joseph Boettcher

Fruits And Vegetables That Are In Season In April

Spring vegetables in the sink Credit: Dana Gallagher ` What’s for Dinner Franchise Logo View Series 18 Cozy, Comforting Winter Dinner Recipes You’ll Make on Repeat Our Favorite 20-Minute Dinner Recipes for When You Need a Home-Cooked Meal Fast What’s for Dinner This Week: Quick Chicken Puttanesca, Sheet-Pan Sausages With Squash, and a 15-Minute Vegetarian Meal What’s for Dinner This Week: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken, Beans-and-Greens Stuffed Peppers, and More Easy, Broiled Dishes...

June 7, 2022 · 4 min · 673 words · Roy Alvarado

How Long Do Pantry Staple Foods Keep

A well-stocked pantry can be a lifesaver: With a few essentials on hand, you can make a meal without taking an extra trip to the grocery store. Wondering how long your stash of staples is good for? We’ve covered some of the most common items below. It’s important to keep in mind that purchasing any of these items in a sealed container instead of a bulk bin will almost always help ensure their freshness, since they’ll likely have had less exposure to air....

June 7, 2022 · 4 min · 825 words · Jonathan Neal

How To Attract More Hummingbirds To Your Yard

If you love to see and hear birds in your backyard, you’ll be pleased to know that there are several ways to make your outdoor space more attractive to your favorite feathered friends, hummingbirds. Found all across the United States, hummingbirds usually feed while hovering, extending their bills and long tongues deep into the center of the flower. Hummingbird feeding on lantana Credit: DansPhotoArt on flickr / Getty Images John Rowden, senior director for bird-friendly communities at the National Audubon Society, explains that having a nest-friendly environment is key....

June 7, 2022 · 4 min · 657 words · Larry Arroyo

Ind Wild Founder Diipa B Ller Khosla Shares Her Brand S Origin Story

portrait of inde wild founder diipa khosla Credit: Courtesy of Indē Wild Self Made View Series Asia Carreathers Co-Launched This Sustainable Agriculture Brand to Make Growing Your Own Food Safer and Easier Nya Jones' Journal Brand Will Help You Express Yourself—and Boost Your Mental Health Sonya Vega, the Founder and CEO of Doña Vega, Wants to Share Her Modern Take on Mezcal With the World Sunny&Ted Founder Jasmine Williams Is Spreading Holiday Cheer With Her Diverse Line of Home Décor portrait of inde wild founder diipa khosla Credit: Courtesy of Indē Wild portrait of inde wild founder diipa khosla Credit: Courtesy of Indē Wild...

June 7, 2022 · 6 min · 1187 words · Carrie Mccann

Make Ahead Homemade Crackers In The Freezer

slice-bake-crackers-3746-d111531.jpg Credit: David Malosh All They’re Cracked Up to Be When you assemble excellent cheeses, cured meats, and other accompaniments for a holiday hors d’oeuvres spread, don’t let the crackers be an afterthought. Sure, you can buy good ones, but homemade versions are even better (not to mention much more economical!). Each of these three recipes uses just a handful of ingredients. Make a batch – or two, or all three – and form the dough into logs....

June 7, 2022 · 3 min · 554 words · Katherine Wright

Plants That Grow In Compacted Soil

On This Page What Is Compacted Soil? Signs of Compacted Soil Why Soil Becomes Compacted Side Effects of Compacted Soil Plants to Grow in Compacted Soil Many aspects of gardening are easy to control—like how much water your plants get and how often you fertilize—while other factors are harder to maintain. Unless you’re using raised beds and filling them with commercial potting mix, soil quality is one element of gardening that is difficult to change....

June 7, 2022 · 23 min · 4829 words · Hazel Andrews

See How Martha Personalizes Her Family S Christmas Stockings

martha in stables with donkey Credit: Paola + Murray I have always loved hanging stockings for the holidays, and have wonderful memories of the ones my mother made for us when we were growing up. She always sewed our Christmas dresses, and I fondly remember one year when I was given a navy-blue velvet dress and a velvet stocking adorned with ecru lace to match. Our stockings were filled with sensible gifts: tangerines, lady apples, a candy cane or two, or maybe a box of Cracker Jack....

June 7, 2022 · 6 min · 1124 words · Bill Olsen

Slugging During The Summer Tips

Slugging has taken the beauty world by storm. This is largely because the idea of covering your face in a thin layer of petrolatum jelly seems very counterintuitive: Won’t that cause breakouts? If you are very dry, the answer is no. In fact, the occlusive will ultimately improve your skin long-term. But we very often associate this level of dryness with the winter months, which begs yet another question: Can you slug during the summer?...

June 7, 2022 · 3 min · 561 words · Virgil Castro

Supporting Black Owned Banks And Credit Unions In The United States

` Net Worth Logo View Series Five Steps to Take Now to Catch Up on Retirement Savings How to Start a Retirement Fund at Any Life Stage How to Maximize Your Retirement Accounts Three Things You Need to Know If You’re Considering Early Retirement When rapper-turned-entrepreneur Michael Render decided to launch a digital bank in called Greenwood—whose name was inspired by the infamous Black Wall Street of Tulsa, Oklahoma—the country took notice....

June 7, 2022 · 6 min · 1119 words · Denise Reper

The Secret Pantry Ingredients That Star In Some Of Martha S Favorite Desserts

cuatro leches cake martha bakes Credit: Mike Krautter How did a shelf-stable, inexpensive, buy-it-anywhere dairy product become an ingredient a beloved by home bakers and pastry chefs alike? Sweetened condensed milk is a key ingredient in some of Martha’s favorite desserts, and here’s why: its milk proteins take on a toasty note when baked, and its creaminess gives cakes the perfect consistency. Plus, it’s sweet-and plays well with flavors both simple and sophisticated....

June 7, 2022 · 5 min · 902 words · William Dickinson

What Is Inflammaging

When it comes to aging, the first things we think of are the outward signs that have been associated with getting older: wrinkles and dehydrated skin with less fullness and elasticity. The truth is that healthy skin is the mirror of a healthy body, and as our largest organ, our skin serves as the first barrier of defense against environmental toxins in the outside world. The health of our skin is based on multiple factors, some of which include both lifestyle choices (sun exposure, alcohol consumption, using products containing toxic chemicals) as well as what’s happening on a cellular level....

June 7, 2022 · 4 min · 714 words · Christopher Delaney

8 Things Your Dog Is Trying To Tell You Through Body Language

Dog Communication is key in any relationship, including the ones we have with our pets. “Dogs make great efforts to communicate,” says Carlo Siracusa, DVM, a clinical assistant professor of animal behavior at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine. And the tool that they use most with the people they know is body language. Understanding the basic components of those nonverbal cues - facial expressions, ear set, tail carriage, hair, and posture is the first step toward interpreting a dog’s message....

June 6, 2022 · 7 min · 1452 words · John Rosenberger

Clorox Is Recalling 37 Million Pine Sol Products Due To Bacterial Contamination

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June 6, 2022 · 2 min · 387 words · Pilar Brown

Gwen Stefani And Blake Shelton S Summer Wedding Date

gwen stefani and blake shelton smiling on the red carpet of the 62nd annual Grammy Awards Credit: Getty / Frazer Harrison / Staff ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

June 6, 2022 · 4 min · 660 words · Timothy Richardson

How Late Is Too Late To Start Shopping For Bridesmaids Dresses

micaela curtis wedding bridesmaids in field Credit: O'Malley Photographers ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

June 6, 2022 · 4 min · 698 words · Ida Brown

How Long To Cook A Turkey Depends On More Than Just Size And Oven Temperature

Lemon-herb turkey with bay butter and gravy recipe Credit: Paola + Murray When you’ve got potatoes to mash and green beans to cook, the last thing you want to stress about is when the Thanksgiving turkey will be ready. After all, whether you’re cooking an entire bird or just a breast, you need to plan ahead to ensure it’s done in time. You’ll need to know how to estimate turkey cooking times based on size, cooking method, and whether or not you’re stuffing it....

June 6, 2022 · 9 min · 1711 words · Amos Bustad