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“By following best practices, you can maximize the health of your lawn, which can drastically reduce or eliminate the need to even apply products,” says agronomist Bob Mann of The National Association of Landscape Professionals. (NALP’s online resource provides tips on establishing a new lawn, proper mowing and watering, and recommended fertilization and maintenance.) “That being said, lawn care products do play an important role in enabling healthy lawns, which in turn, help protect our waterways, clean our air, as well as many other important environmental benefits,” he says....

In addition to its rich flavor and versatility, salmon is essentially the superfood of the sea and is one of the healthiest foods you can eat. “Salmon is really known for being a protein-rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, which help to fight inflammation, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk for disease,” explain sisters Tammy Lakatos Shames, RD, CDN, CFT, and Lyssie Lakatos, RD, CDN, CFT—aka The Nutrition Twins....

Is Inflammation Bad? Now, inflammation has gotten a bad rep, but let’s remember that not all inflammation is bad. “Inflammation is a normal part of the body’s response to infection or injury,” says Brynn McDowell, R.D. “It’s typically followed by a period of resolution that heals your tissues after inflammation. The goal is to keep the balance between inflammation and restoration. Chronic inflammation happens when the balance is never restored.” And when it comes to chronic inflammation, the foods you eat can play a huge role in fueling the fire—or taming it....

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Don’t Air Your Grievances For me, the most critical part of the interview is when you explain the decisions you’ve made— especially why you went from one job to the next. The explanation tells me about your motivations and attitude. One golden rule: Do not complain about a former job. Find a positive way to frame it. You don’t have to say that everything was perfect. But if you can’t find a way to explain how you handled a difficult situation or describe what you learned on the job, it can seem as if you’ll be disappointed by the ordinary ups and downs of a business....

A dutch oven is a large, cast iron cooking pot with a fitted lid and a seasoned or enamel-coated nonstick surface. Though it may come with a hefty price tag, it can help you accomplish your most ambitious culinary goals with its ability to withstand a variety of cooking techniques (like baking and braising, to name a few). You might make a pot of homemade bone broth or a hearty lentil stew....

With small containers of leftover paint, you can touch up scuffed paint and trim around your home. It’s amazing how a fresh coat of paint can make your entire home look instantly cleaner. RELATED: 5 Paint Colors That Can Actually Help Your Home Look Cleaner To deal with those pesky weeds that grow in between patio pavers or bricks, grab a specially designed metal weed scraper or a sturdy brush with metal bristles....

As part of her new series, Make My Space Work, Alexandra took on the challenge of transforming this bleak, makeshift workspace into a bright, organized home office for less than $800. Watch the entire process (you won’t want to miss Kyle’s reaction!). Then, keep reading for Alexandra’s wallet-friendly recommendations to update your home office. Before Before the budget reno, Kyle’s office had textured red walls and ancient carpeting. There also was a lot of unnecessary office clutter taking up floor space....

First things first: “The decision to split the bill should happen before you sit down for dinner,” says Toni Dupree, an etiquette coach with Etiquette & Style by Dupre in Houston. “Not when the wait staff brings the check.” “If, and only if, everyone agreed to split the bill before the meals are ordered, then it is OK to evenly divide that check when the bill arrives,” confirms Karene Putney, CEO of Etiquette Etiquette....

If you’ve ever aspired to have a home that feels finished–one that’s carefully considered and intentionally decorated—then these little decor tips are for you. Here are five simple ways to make every room in your home feel more complete. If you don’t have a green thumb, start with a hard-to-kill houseplant. For extra oomph, consider investing in plants that sit at varying heights, like a pothos that suspends from the ceiling, a towering fiddle leaf fig, or a fern elevated on a plant stand....

References to serotonin and serotonin-boosting habits, activities, and even foods are common in today’s social media-based mental health discourse. But is improved happiness and well-being as simple as trying to increase your supply of this one single neurotransmitter? In truth, not everyone can benefit from a serotonin boost—in fact, too much serotonin in your body can actually make you feel worse (although serotonin toxicity is often a reaction to medication)....

Today continues my series of fun Christmas games that work both virtually and in person! Earlier this week I shared Christas music bingo (so fun!), a Christmas carol game, and a few activities specifically for kids like a Christmas i-spy and a Christmas word search. This Christmas would you rather game is great for all ages because all you have to do is choose one of two options. And since everything on my blog is family-friendly (even these party games for adults), the questions work great for kids through adults!...

“Feet take a beating,” says Christopher Neville, PT, PhD, president of the Foot and Ankle Special Interest Group (part of the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy), and associate professor in the Department of Physical Therapy Education at SUNY Upstate Medical University. “Feet are amazingly resilient, though, with what we put them through every day.” In most cases, sore feet are just that: They’re tired from a long day and they are nothing to worry about....

Unfortunately, most of us can’t spend every morning lounging on the beach for the sake of a good hair day. But it is possible to create those beautiful beach waves with the right tools, products, and techniques at home. According to Paul Cucinello, a celebrity hairstylist and co-founder of Cucinello Beauty, real beach hair is totally different from what most hashtag results show. “It’s more of that surprise you get when you come out of the saltwater and run your fingers through your hair with leftover suntan lotion,” he says....

“Think about how you use space and lay out furniture accordingly, making sure to define zones for entertaining, sleeping, and working from home,” says interior designer Heather Hilliard. “Tuck one or two ottomans under a console table to pull out into the space when you need extra seating for guests. Try to include pieces of furniture that can have more than one function, like a desk that can be used as a dining table....

However, while you can use soap, it’s often easier to scrub with a coarse grain salt to remove any gunk and grime from your cast iron pan. Then, give the pan a quick rinse and dry it thoroughly. That said, it’s never a bad idea to run your dishwasher regularly so dishes aren’t sitting, and if you find a plate with fossilized food on it somewhere, it might not hurt to soak it instead of popping it right into the dishwasher....

“A tennis necklace will never go out of style. It’s a classic. The simple fact that it’s made of diamonds plays a massive role in this timelessness,” says Laura Mirabent, CEO and founder of Gold Lovin Girl. “Diamonds are the most popular gemstone and, overall, the most sought after—not to mention a tennis necklace is technically colorless, so it goes with anything.” The style actually has roots in athleisure—it has been around since the 1920s but got associated with the sport during the 1987 US Open when tennis player Chris Evert’s diamond bracelet broke....

There are a variety of benefits to using cordless appliances like their smaller size and efficiency. Not to mention, you’ll completely avoid tripping over tangled cords when in use. There are the obvious cordless appliances like cordless stick and handheld vacuum cleaners that freely move around your home. But it’s also worth checking out more obscure cordless appliances like food processors and bedroom fans. Ideal for RV campers, college dorm rooms, and small apartments, these cordless home and kitchen appliances won’t crowd your limited storage space and number of outlets....