The idea that the foods you eat can fire up desire has been around for centuries. Unfortunately, there isn’t much evidence to back that up. Regular exercise and a good night’s sleep are more likely to get you in the…
Becoming a homeowner is exciting — however, the moment you enter your home, you realize how little you actually know about taking care of a house. And like most people, you probably don’t want to hire a professional for every…
The typical uniform of a diner waitress — you know, the knee-length, cinched-waist, button-down dress in gingham or pastels — is iconic. That style came about in the 1920s as diners sprung up everywhere, and it’s somehow remained largely unchanged…
School is back in session in most places, and it isn’t just a drag for kids. Packing lunches takes enough time and planning to make it tempting to send kids off to school with lunch money instead. But packing a…
School lunches haven’t always been around, but they’ve pretty much always been linked with students’ mental and physical health. Over the years the standards have shifted, but the fact remains: School lunches are a huge business, and a constant sign…
When kids start a new school year, they also start sharing bacteria and viruses, which the pandemic made painfully clear. But there are ways to stop at least some germs from making your family miserable and complicating its schedule with…
Getting real-life gangsters to play pretend ones on TV and in movies adds a layer of authenticity you can’t get any other way. It draws in audiences eager to see…
Noticing a foul odor on yourself isn’t the best feeling. But hey, you are human, you have sweat glands, it happens. Your body’s got two main sweat glands: eccrine and apocrine.…
There are pretty plants that bring color and beauty to your garden — and there are plants that will, given the chance, destroy it. While most of them are ones…
While there’s lots to love about the ‘90s (we low-key miss light-up Skechers and flared jeans), the era was also known for having some of the most bizarre and unforgettable…
It seems impossible that so many great movies came out in the same decade, let alone the same year. But 40 years ago, some fantastic flicks — including “Ghostbusters,” “Gremlins,”…
While aluminum foil is a staple in many kitchens, there are several things you should never do with it to ensure safety and avoid potential hazards. From causing fires to…
Costco may be revered for its great deals, but that doesn’t mean they don’t also sell some pricey, big-ticket items. Here are some of the most expensive items spotted at…
Chuck E. Cheese — the nostalgic family entertainment chain known for its pizza, arcade games, animatronic band (RIP), and prizes — is trying to win us back. Launching a nationwide…
Walmart is known for offering affordable prices on almost all of its inventory. But that doesn’t always mean you’ll find the best deal at this big-box store. These 18 items…
Going to the grocery store is easy, but a garden is a frugal way to eat fruits and veggies that gets you way more for your money. Having your own…
When you see what kids eat today — with all the chia and quinoa and gluten-free, vegan options — and compare it to the sugary, artificially-flavored junk we were addicted…
Going out to dinner in the 1950s was an entirely different experience compared with today. Back then, diners had to adhere to a strict set of social norms and expectations that…