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Why Paint Interior Doors? Tina Nokes, the owner of Neighborly company Five Star Painting Loudoun, says she and her team are seeing many people painting the insides of their front doors black. At the same time, they’re seeing accent walls starting to fade in popularity. The painted door look—especially when paired with lighter surrounding trim and wall paint—is striking and dramatic. Plus, painting a single door (instead of a whole wall or room) can add up to serious interior house painting savings!...

Because this sandwich needs at least an hour to marinate, it’s perfect for packing in picnic baskets, backpacks, or lunch bags. Shopping tip: Look for vibrant, plump green beans that are still crisp, since you’ll be eating them raw.

That’s why it’s a breath of fresh air to not only find a brand that provides a truly remarkable range of sizes, but also flattering designs. And the one label you should know is Universal Standard. It treats size inclusivity as the most basic of requirements, with options ranging from 00 to 40 and designates labels such as “medium,” “large,” and “extra small” according to the average dress sizes reflected in real life....

FSIS is issuing this public health alert out of the “utmost of caution” in order to ensure that consumers with allergies to shrimp (and/or pork) are aware that this soup should not be consumed. A formal recall has not been issued because the product should no longer be available for consumers to purchase. The soup in question was produced by Fortune Avenue Foods, Inc. on November 18, 2021, and was distributed to Trader Joe’s locations nationwide....

Video Scavenger Hunt Ideas Last week I asked my email list what they needed help with the most during this stay at home period of our lives. Not on my email list? Sign up here! One of the responses I got was the inspiration behind this post. She asked for topics or agendas for video calls because unlike if it’s a business meeting that has an agenda, sometimes you just get on the call and aren’t really sure what to say or do....

But what are the health implications of cutting meat from your diet? Is reducing or removing meat a panacea for all health woes? Or does it leave you lacking in important nutrients? And what should someone know when making the transition from a diet that includes meat to one that’s plant-forward or completely vegan? To answer some of these questions and find out what happens to your body when you stop eating meat, we turned to Dani Levy-Wolins, RD, a registered dietitian at Thistle and Nourilife....

While our view of trauma has expanded somewhat to include people who have lived through violent crimes, natural disasters, and other exceptionally disturbing events, there is still confusion over what “counts” as trauma, or an event that could result in PTSD. To help clear this up, we asked two trauma experts to walk us through what, exactly, qualifies as trauma, the difference between trauma and PTSD, and how rethinking our concept of trauma can help more people get the help they need....

Ideally you’ll want to come up with an interview outfit that’s neat (read: more formal than you think), presentable, and professional, without being distracting, over-the-top, or totally out of place. Here to take us through her idea of the perfect interview ensemble is Kim Perell, an entrepreneur, angel investor, national bestselling author, and tech CEO. Why It Matters What You Wear to an Interview It makes a solid first impression....

Some people like a DIY approach that involves getting to know their body really well; others prefer kits that do the job for them. Either way, it helps to know more about what’s going on in there and why, and what all your options are for knowing when you’re ovulating and when your most fertile days are. What Is Ovulation? Your ovaries hold thousands of eggs, and ovulation happens each month when your hormones tell your ovaries to release a mature egg down the fallopian tube....

Your need for a post-meal nap may be due to the simple act of overeating. “The more you eat, the more your body has to divert resources away from your brain and muscles to do the work of digesting all that food,” Stephenson says. “The discomfort of a stretched stomach can cause fatigue. What’s more, high-protein meals as well as high-carbohydrate meals cause many people to feel sleepy, and Thanksgiving dinner typically is both high-protein and high-carb....

If you can relate to the rug-picking struggle, you’re definitely not alone—Havenly designer Elyza Brillantes says many of her clients have a difficult time making a decision when it comes to this decorative and functional floor covering. “They know they need a new rug, but they don’t really know how to find one or have a hard time committing,” she says. The process is so tough for a number of reasons, Brillantes says....

These products have no water and, more importantly, no thickeners, emulsifiers, harmful aerosols, polyethylene glycols (PEGs), or sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS). The result is an environmentally conscious product, a more potent formula, and less waste. So are powdered products the future of the beauty industry? We spoke with experts about the nitty-gritty (literally) of powdered beauty. Powdered products are more concentrated. Waterless products are formulated with water-soluble ingredients that activate as you use them, eliminating the need for fillers such as emulsifiers and stabilizers....

Since this dental issue is often caused or exacerbated by very common lifestyle choices, it’s a pretty typical ailment. “Most people—87 percent—are at risk for [tooth sensitivity] at some point in their life,” says Monica Biga, an oral care expert with GSK Consumer Healthcare, Oral Health. So at least you’re not the only one, right? Biga is here to break down the most likely, everyday causes of tooth sensitivity and what to avoid, so it doesn’t get worse....

Fun Party Games One of my favorite things to do is host a game night! We typically play one or two of these board games for adults and then one of the two party games below! Everyone will love these games because: They take very little setupThey’re super easy to learn and playThey’re good for small and large groups They take the pressure off and let people just enjoy themselves...

Outdoor home additions, upgrades, and remodels are top of mind for many ahead of the dog days of summer, and online professional marketplace Thumbtack has the insights to prove just how excited people are to take on these at-home projects right now—and which specific upgrades are trending. Thumbtack combed its database of millions of home projects across the U.S. to reveal the home improvements and renovations in highest demand going into summer 2022....

It’s not just a matter of wearing sunscreen; you also need to make sure you’re applying it at the right time in your beauty routine, which depend on the type of SPF you’re using. “If you’re using a physical sunscreen, it needs to be the last thing you put on your face on top of makeup,” says Dr. Deanne Robinson, a board-certified dermatologist based in Westport, Connecticut. “If it’s a chemical sunscreen, it would need to be applied under your makeup....