Most of us are guilty of treating the drain in our sink as another trash can (only worse, because it's one we never take out). Sometimes, when you're cleaning up after cooking or just thoughtlessly chucking random bits away, it can be too easy to toss things down the hole and forget about them.
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Walmart is one of life's constants, the reliable go-to that remains open and operating as normal, even during a worldwide pandemic. When Amazon started seriously gaining traction as a competitor, Walmart found itself in danger of being relegated to dinosaur status.
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If you've recently dug out that jar of instant coffee at the back of your pantry, you might be surprised to learn exactly what goes into making those dry coffee crystals. The only ingredient in instant coffee is coffee, so how do they turn it into those strange granules?
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There's a lot to love about Ali Wong. Whether you've followed her from her early stand-up days or are just discovering her now, she's one of a kind with an impressive resume, boasting both writing and acting credits. Her most recent masterpiece? Always Be My Maybe.
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If your hair is below your shoulders, your reflex is usually to whip it into a high pony or bun as soon as the weather gets hot (or if it's been a few too many days since your last wash). But it's not always easy to tame your hair into a bun if you've got lots of natural curls.
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Eggs are a staple of any healthy diet. Loaded with protein, they were a superfood before the likes of quinoa and kale made that term popular. As Healthline advises, eggs are incredibly nutritious and positively loaded with vitamins. They have just 77 calories, as well as 6 grams of protein.
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Your coworkers' perception of you is going to depend quite a bit on your email etiquette. Even if you're dazzling at presentations, are hitting your productivity goals out of the park, and everyone is always inviting you to happy hour, a bad email can make or break your career.
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In case you missed it, Dakota Johnson has a famous mom and you've probably seen her in some older movies. Johnson's mom is none other than Melanie Griffith, an Oscar-nominated and Golden Globe-winning actress, best known for her role in the 1988 smash hit, Working Girl.
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From credit card machines, counters, pens, door knobs and handles, we touch more things when we go shopping than we could ever count. Plus, research shows we touch our own faces an average of 16 times an hour. And now, due to COVID-19, we are painfully aware of just what we touch and how often.
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We don't blame you if you're partial to Jose Cuervo Especial. After all, it's a steal at less than $20 for a 750 milliliter bottle of Jose Cuervo Especial Silver or Jose Cuervo Especial Gold. But what if we tell you the affordability of Jose Cuervo Especial also means that it's hiding a secret?
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Time and time again, we hear that using nail polish remover containing acetone is never a good idea. But why exactly is this chemical so verboten when it comes to your nails? First, it's important to understand that acetone is essentially a paint stripper.
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Dolly Parton is in her 70s but showing no signs of slowing down. Is it because, like the lyrics of "9 to 5" suggest, she gets up every day and pours herself a cup of ambition? The secret to the country legend's success is actually much simpler; it's all about staying true to herself.
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What happens if you decide, whether for medical reasons or if you want to have children, that you'd like to stop taking birth control? Obstetrician and gynecologist Salena Zanotti explains that women should expect the unexpected: "Keep in mind that the pill is a type of hormonal medication."
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Reality television feeds off big personalities and increasingly strange situations. Arguably the best example of that idea at play is TLC's sMothered, a show that follows mother-daughter duos that are so close they practically share a brain. Naturally, the show has turned out to be a hit with fans
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We've all been there. You get a new potato salad recipe that a friend has sworn is the best ever -- and as soon as you give it a go, the bottom of your salad is as waterlogged as a rubber dinghy with a leak. Why does this happen? It may have to do with the type of potato you're choosing.
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If you've just noticed a skin tag on your body that you've never seen before, there's usually no cause for concern. As dermatologist Jeannette Graf told Cosmopolitan, "Skin tags are so normal, and are the most benign things anyone could have." But that doesn't mean you can stop thinking about it.
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Grapes are the perfect healthy snack to pick up when you're trying to wean yourself off popping Skittles in your mouth. But even though they're low in calories, they're also a little too easy to eat, meaning popping them in your mouth can be just as thoughtless an exercise as eating Skittles.
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Should you buy a mattress at IKEA? Not if getting a good night's sleep is a goal of yours, per the reviews. True, you won't lose any sleep over the price tag -- the spring and foam options are inexpensive. But, there's a reason why their mattresses were ranked the top item not to buy at IKEA
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If you enjoy treating yourself, you'll know there's nothing better than being pampered with a facial. Whether you're getting one for self-care or tackling acne, the fresh feeling you have post-facial can't be beaten. And if we could experience that same feeling every day, we'd all be onboard.
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Don't feel bad if you had a weak, catty moment while watching America's Next Top Model, when you found yourself wondering how a particular contestant made the cut. A show that judges the "top" model is going to inspire, well, a little bit of judging from the audience, too.
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Maybe you've gone most of your life without questioning what you're eating. You have friends who talk about non-GMO this and gluten-free that, and you ignore them. But that can change when you're pregnant, and you become intensely aware that what you put into your mouth is also feeding your baby.
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If you've ever thought about bleaching your roots at home, think again. According to celebrity hairstylist Rikki Gash, it's a major no-no. "A $10.99 box of bleach can quickly turn into a $500+ color correction salon visit and permanent damage for the next few years," Gash tells The List.
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To many of us, mornings mean coffee, especially if you're not an early bird and struggle to get out of bed. Whether you like yours black with a splash of milk or prefer a mocha with a load of cream dolloped on top, it's something that we coffee drinkers look forward to the moment we wake up.
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Even if you've binged every weight loss reality show ever made, you may have never come across a transformation as extraordinary as Sarah Neeley of My 600-lb Life. Barely able to walk on her own, Neeley first weighed in at 642 pounds, then dropped 320 pounds during the show's filming.
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If King George from the Broadway hit Hamilton looks familiar, it's because the actor who plays him, Jonathan Groff, also has been a star in many popular television shows and movies, including The Good Wife, Glee, Frozen, and Netflix's Mindhunter. His first big break? The musical Spring Awakening.
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If you've ever dreamed of having an amazing jewelry collection, you might want to take a peek at Elizabeth Taylor's for inspiration. The full extent of Taylor's collection became public when it was auctioned off by Christie's in 2011. The actress' jewels included massive emeralds and diamonds.
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If you've ever wondered how much water you should drink every day, you've probably found that the benchmark is between six and eight glasses daily. However, according to the CDC, this isn't necessarily true for everyone, as consumption recommendations vary based on a number of different factors.
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