History of Spaghetti Squash According to the Library of Congress, squashes most likely served as containers or utensils because of their hard shells. “The seeds and flesh later became an important part of the pre-Columbian Indian diet in both South and North America. De Soto, Coronado, and Cartier all saw ‘melons’ (probably squash) in the Americas.” As for the name, the word “squash” comes from the Narragansett Native American word askutasquash, which means eaten raw or uncooked....

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Instead, invest in technology that yields similar results. Several time-saving apps and tools can help you get your life back. In fact, you can virtually outsource practically everything that eats up your time. Here are the best technology tools that can dramatically streamline the things you need to do daily. Install the Freedom app on your device, which means no more milling about—and certainly no more relying on willpower. Scheduled and automatic blocking of websites, pop-ups, and internet access means that you can’t derail your day....

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To determine the best black leggings, we spent hours researching the most popular options on the market. We considered factors like price, material, and size range to narrow down our list to only the best styles. We also spoke with Vivian Lee, the director of styling at Dailylook, and Paige Perez, lead designer of activewear at Adore Me, for expert advice on choosing the best black leggings for you. “Black leggings are popular for their comfort, versatility, and clean silhouette,” says Lee....

Our top pick is the Gorilla 200-ft. Mobile Hose Reel for its weather-resistant materials, overall ease of use, comfort, and extra features, including a storage compartment. Read on to learn more about our top picks, as well as how to choose the best hose reel for your home. Who it isn’t for: People who have small backyards and don’t need a big hose reel. Out of all the hose reels we tested, this hose reel was our tester’s “personal favorite....

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That simple ingredient is—wait for it—pepperoni, which we consider way more than a pizza topping. This Italian salami, made of pork and beef, is generously seasoned with black and red pepper, so it’s no surprise it lends a punch of flavor to a Thanksgiving turkey (which, let’s face it, has a tendency to be dry and bland). And when pepperoni meets butter in the food processor and then gets slathered under the turkey skin to add flavor and improve texture for a very juicy turkey…it’s magic!...

The good news is that this is your first apartment and your first time picking these items out for yourself—and it’s practically guaranteed that it won’t be your last time, so every decision doesn’t have to mean a lifelong commitment to a mattress, a duvet insert, or an adorable loveseat that fits perfectly in a small apartment or starter home. The key is to balance getting everything you need on the first apartment checklist with prioritizing the splurges that are most important to you....

What is fatty fish? The American Heart Association recommends eating two (3.5 ounces, cooked) servings of fatty fish per week. Fatty fish include salmon, albacore tuna (the canned stuff), mackerel, herring, lake trout, and sardines. Fish is a great source of protein, but its real benefit is the omega-3 fatty acids it contains, Largeman-Roth says. Not only do omega-3s lower your risk of heart disease and stroke, they are also vital for brain health....

How to Make TikTok’s Parmesan-Crusted Potatoes Just like any TikTok recipe, Parmesan potatoes are more of an art than a science. That is, there are several ways to make these delicious potatoes, but here’s a tried and true method to get you started. How to Customize Parmesan-Crusted Potatoes If the basic Parm potatoes recipe above isn’t for you, consider tweaking it to better suit your taste. As you’ll see, the recipe is ridiculously easy to customize....

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According to the Harvard T. Chan School of Public Health, antioxidants only became well-known (and highly sought-after) by the general population in the 1990s. This was when researchers started to understand that the early stages of artery-clogging atherosclerosis, cancer, vision loss, and a host of other chronic conditions were closely correlated with free radical damage and oxidative stress—aka the very things that antioxidants help to prevent. What Are Antioxidants, Exactly?...

Guayama, Puerto Rico The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory in the Caribbean. Outside the mainland, there are smaller islands, such as Culebra and Vieques, that are breathtaking too. Some people come for vacation but fall in love with the culture—a mix of indigenous Taino, European, and African peoples. With an abundance of direct flights to/from various cities on the east coast and Midwest, there are many transplants from the lower 48 states....

In fact, the act of setting goals—whether professional, personal, or both—improves our productivity, satisfaction, and perspective. What’s more, this is true whether or not we’re successful at reaching these goals. Here, wellness experts explain why we should set goals, how they help us, and how to find the silver lining when we don’t accomplish what we’d hoped. Another psychological perk of goal-setting is that it challenges us to tune in to our intuition when we think about our resolutions....

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