Lifestyle
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Popchips Offer a Healthier Twist on Snack Time, But Are They Any Good?
In an era of growing health consciousness, consumers are turning to smarter, more nutritious alternatives to traditional snacks. Enter popchips: a brand that’s been picking up steam thanks to its unique take on potato chips. While most chips you find…
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Beyond Cold Turkey: 5 Ways To Quit Smoking Without Spending a Ton of Money
The financial stress of paying for smoking cessation programs, pills, and patches can make an already daunting task feel impossible. But you may not realize that the government mandates insurers to offer some level of smoking cessation assistance. There are…
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‘Stop Mixing Baking Soda and Vinegar. You’re Wasting Your Money:’ TikToker Shares How to Wash Produce in Viral Video
Some people rinse their produce with water and call it good. Then there are folks who wipe the apple on their shirt with one swift motion before taking a bite. Remember the good old days when you could wash or…
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Conquer Summer With These 7 Cheap Patio Furniture Sets Under $200
Whether you’ve got an apartment patio or a full-blown wraparound porch, you’re not maximizing your summer unless you’re kicking back with some snacks and a frosty beverage in hand. But furniture is expensive, and why spend a ton of cash…
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Domino’s Pickle Pizza and Giant Cup Noodles: Weirdest Fast Food News This Week
My job as a food writer involves thinking way too much about fast food, watching too many food TikToks, and sifting through mountains of restaurant-related press releases. That means I come across some really crazy stuff. Even to my fast…
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I Found More Insane Things: The OfferUp 8
It’s my favorite day of the week! I’ve got another edition of the OfferUp 8 for you, a series where I share some of the most insane things I’ve seen for sale on OfferUp, an online marketplace which stretches into…
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10 ‘Life-Changing’ Products You Can Buy for Less Than $100, According to Redditors
While we’re skeptical about the whole “change your life” angle — when has a doohicky from Amazon done that? — Redditors recently shared a long list of useful products and…
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I Tried a Stone Bath Mat in the Shower and It Was a Game Changer (Especially for My Dog)
I blame Roo for my new appreciation of stone bath mats. My 13-year-old, 12-pound dog of indeterminate breeding is wonderful in many ways. She’s quiet, she’s a night snuggler, and…
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Eat the Rich: Lobster, Burning Man, and 7 Other Things Rich People Have ‘Ruined’
As soon as natural wine bars start cropping up in your neighborhood, it’s already too late. Prepare yourself for boring mid-rise developments, market lights, an onslaught of “creatives,” and sizable…
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Tom Hanks’ Most Regrettable Movies
Tom Hanks, who turns 67 on July 9, may be the best-loved American actor currently working, with more than 80 movies and counting to his credit. With the combination of…
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Are Rice Krispie Treats the New Protein Bar for Gymgoers?
Big-name protein bars like Clif, Quest, and Pure Protein run about $10 for a box of anywhere between 4-6 bars. That’s a lot of loot for a little protein punch…
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Did You Know There’s a Tiny Trader Joe’s Just for Kids?
Grown-ups love Trader Joe’s. They may say they’re just picking up some groceries, but the truth is, they love wandering the aisles, sniffing the low-priced flower arrangements, and perusing all…
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I Gained 25 Pounds — and I’ve Never Been Happier With How I Look
An Unhappy History I’ve always known that I was fat. While, in retrospect, I suppose I’ve mostly been on the chubby side of average, you wouldn’t know it from the…
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Report: Your Fourth of July Cookout Will Cost Almost $70 This Year
We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but your Fourth of July cookout will still be pricey this year. According to a new report by the American Farm Bureau…
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This Fruit Pizza Recipe Is a Fan-Favorite at Family Gatherings — and Perfect for the Fourth of July
Not to be dramatic, but if I tried to sneak past the Fourth of July without serving my family my famous fruit pizza, they would probably disown me. For every…
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Kid-Friendly Airbnbs That Are Perfect for Families With Children
Traveling with kids can be exhilarating, but it can also be a real pain entertaining bored little ones who are used to their creature comforts. If you want to actually…
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Scrub Daddy vs. Scrub Mommy: Which Viral Cleaning Sponge Reigns Superior?
If you watch any of TikTok’s #CleanTok videos of someone cleaning their kitchen, you’re bound to see a Scrub Daddy or a Scrub Mommy. The sponges are so common in these videos…
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9 Cheap and Natural Hacks to Eliminate Odors and Make Your Home Smell Amazing
If you’re looking for natural ways to refresh your home and make it smell like a tropical paradise or luscious forest without having to spend money on harmful chemicals, you’ve…
