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Now is the perfect time to upgrade your existing coffeemaker, splurge on a new machine, or add in some accessories that will improve your caffeine experience. As a kitchen device that many use every day, and sometimes multiple times a day spanning years, a coffee maker also makes a considerate gift across personalities. Brands like Nespresso, Keurig, and Breville offer tried-and-true value, while new contenders promise features like remote brewing, automatic refills by subscription, carafe compatibility, and more....

Chai means tea (so stop saying “chai tea”) and varies in composition throughout India. Chai Box’s blends reflect this, with combinations like the floral Hill Station with roses and cardamom, and Sweet Monsoon with mango, coconut, clove, and cinnamon. There are also gift sets available for the serious chai lover in your life. If you really feel like splurging, with free shipping to boot, check out packages like the New York Nostalgia, which includes smoked salmon, a dozen bagels, sable, scallion cream cheese, pickled herring, raspberry rugelach, and marble halvah....

Painting isn’t simply figuring out the cost to paint a room with the help of pros, deciding whether to hire help or make it a DIY project, and then slapping paint on walls. Paint colors need to be chosen, the appropriate amount (and type) of supplies must be purchased, and budgets (monetary and time) need to be made—and that’s where the slew of helpful online tools (like calculators and quizzes) come in handy....

I was invited by the Aerie team to attend the brand’s holiday shopping event at one of its flagship stores in New York City. Pumped to attend an event for a brand I knew and once adored, I couldn’t add the party to my calendar fast enough. When the day arrived and I walked inside the store’s festive doors, I felt like I was about to meet up with an old friend who I hadn’t seen in years and yet was able to pick up right where we left off again....

And if you’re like most Americans, you’re not getting nearly enough. According to the 2020–2025 U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, women ages 31 to 50 should get 25 grams of fiber daily, and men in the same age range should aim for 31 grams per day. While most people believe they get enough fiber, more than 90 percent of women and 97 percent of men fall short of these recommendations, largely due to the overconsumption of processed foods and drinks, which have been stripped of their fiber (and much of their nutrient value)....

How to fix it: Moisturize your hair to help its charge remain neutral. But instead of reaching for thick masks and creams (which can weigh hair down), or dryer sheets (who is toting these around, anyway?), invest in a dry oil spray. These formulas are diluted versions of hair oils, so they’re lighter but still hydrating. Try OGX Renewing Argan Oil Of Morocco Weightless Healing Dry Oil ($10, ulta.com). Instead of spraying it directly onto your hair, mist it onto your hands or a brush, then run it through strands....

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And it can have spillover effects into other areas of our lives, says Marla Deibler, Psy.D., director of the Center for Emotional Health of Greater Philadelphia. “When we accomplish a goal like cleaning the fridge, we gain confidence that we can succeed,” which helps us tackle projects in other areas of our lives. It’s one of the reasons Julia Stone, 36, a CPA and mom to two in Denver Colorado makes cleaning a priority in her home....

Now, the good news: You can probably find a good (and affordable!) fix in your kitchen cabinet: apple cider vinegar. This natural solution is touted by trichologists and hairstylists everywhere for helping to restore life to your hair in a matter of minutes. The DIY ingredient is a great replacement for fancy clarifying shampoos—easier on your wallet and oftentimes more effective. You’ll probably notice the funky acidic scent immediately upon opening the bottle, but don’t worry about smelling like salad dressing....

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However, if you’d like to craft a designated libation for your holiday feast this year (or want to upgrade your usual choice), there are several easy-to-make cranberry drinks that will take your Turkey Day celebration to the next level. Not only do these drinks look festive and taste delicious, but they’re also a clever way to use up any extra cranberries you may have lying around after you’ve made your cranberry sauce....

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RELATED: Organized Your Work Life in 5 Simple StepsBecause a subject line should reflect the content of the email, experts recommend updating the subject line as the conversation flows. Avoid subject lines that might downplay an email’s urgency (think: “quick question” to headline a major work problem) or cause someone to miss a message she thinks she has already read, explains Gottsman. She suggests starting a new thread if an email has strayed too far from the original message....

Bonus: Sneaking a few warm ones is guaranteed to elevate your holiday spirit level. To freeze: Instead of refrigerating the dough, freeze the logs for up to 2 months. To bake, follow the recipe instructions, cutting and baking the dough from frozen, and use the upper end of the time range. Related Video

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Meal delivery kits have become especially popular in the past few years: A 2021 report by Linchpin SEO on meal kit industry trends and statistics found that 17 percent of Americans have subscribed to a meal delivery service. Of that 17 percent, 90 percent referred the service to others. A recent report analyzing meal delivery service trends by Grand View Research says that the popularity of meal kits comes from an increased preference to cook at home over dining out—and the reduced waste and health benefits that home-cooked meals offer....

What fees could your bank be charging you? Most consumers understand that you may be charged a one-time fee in specific scenarios, like if you use an out-of-network ATM in a pinch. But, you’re likely not on board with getting charged recurring monthly fees by your bank. Those charges can be excessive and off-putting. “It isn’t the surprising or annoying one-off fee that will sink your financial ship, but regularly incurring fees that are otherwise easily avoided,” Greg McBride, chief financial analyst with Bankrate....

How Often to Clean Your Earbuds “Unless you sanitize them [regularly], your earbuds have probably accumulated a great deal of dirt and bacteria,” Whittier Hospital Center explains in a blog post. “So the moment you put them in, your earbuds can introduce dirt and bacteria into your ears and also increase ear wax build-up,” the medical experts say. “Excessive wax build-up leads to impacted ear wax that can affect your hearing....

What Is Cassava Flour? “Cassava flour is the dehydrated and ground form of the cassava tuber vegetable, commonly known as yucca root,” says Divya Alter, chef, author, and founder of Divya’s Kitchen. “Tapioca starch is derived from the same yucca root, but only from its starchy water. Cassava is richer in fiber because it contains the whole root powder.” “Cassava flour is very popular in South America”, adds Oscar Hernandez, culinary director of Tacombi and Vista Hermosa, in part because it is local to the region....