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Hibiscus Tea Benefits According to Roxana Ehsani, RDN, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, studies have shown that “drinking three 8-ounce mugs of hibiscus tea for six weeks lowered participants’ systolic blood pressure by 7.2 mmHg, while participants that drank a placebo showed a 1.3 mmHg drop.” In addition to its blood pressure-reducing effects, Ehsani notes that, when consumed without added sugar or dairy, hibiscus tea (made from the flower’s petals) serves as the perfect hydration motivator for those who struggle to reach their daily water intake....

The Best Items to Shop at HomeGoods Seasonal and Holiday Décor “My first stop at HomeGoods is the seasonal or holiday displays because they’re typically full of fun, fresh, and out-of-the-box finds,” says Jenny Reimold, an interior stylist and HomeGoods style expert. “I love hunting through the seasonal items and have found inspiration for many of my tablescapes and holiday trees!” Throw Pillows After checking out the seasonal aisles, Reimold’s next stop is throw pillows and blankets....

“Savings accounts give individuals a safe place to keep the money they may need to make short-term purchases and fund upcoming goals,” says Eric Roberge, a certified financial planner and the founder of Beyond Your Hammock. Of course, some savings accounts are limited in scope; they are meant to be used for college, for example, or to be applied as a down payment on a home. Some are overflow accounts, where we store excess money for a “rainy day....

Even if you haven’t had a similar wake-up call, chances are good that you could be underpaid and not know it. “We’ve been socialized, as women, not to talk about money,” says Sallie Krawcheck, co-founder and CEO of Ellevest, a digital investing platform for women. “But that means we don’t know how much we should be making, and we don’t negotiate pay raises as often as we should.” If you have a gut feeling that you might be working the same job for less money than your coworkers, it’s time to research an exact number and then speak up....

“What do I want from life?” I asked myself. “Well…I want to be happy.” I had many reasons to be happy: My husband was the tall, dark handsome love of my life, we had two delightful girls, and I was a writer living in my favorite city. I had friends, I had my health, and I didn’t have to color my hair. But too often I sniped at my husband or the drugstore clerk....

“By this point, there will have been a good frost, allowing for better needle retention,” she adds. “As long as your tree has enough water every day, it will last all Christmas season.” That said, if you can’t make it to a Christmas tree lot or don’t have access to a vehicle (we’re looking at you, city dwellers), you can shop online for live Christmas trees. “Measure the width of the door through which you’ll be bringing in the tree, and make sure your chosen tree fits through it easily,” advises David Murbach, manager of the gardens division at New York City’s Rockefeller Center....

How to Shop for Turkey Breast Opt for a bone-in, skin-on turkey breast for the most succulent, flavorful meat. The turkey breast will most likely be found in the frozen section, so it’s critical to give it time to defrost before you start cooking. A six- to seven-pound turkey breast will comfortably feed six to eight people. While you’re at the shopping stage, make sure you have an instant-read thermometer at home, which is the only consistent way to get a perfectly moist turkey breast....

This veggie’s loaded with vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, so there are countless easy, healthy acorn squash recipes you can cook. It can be prepared in several delicious ways, too (find plenty of fun recipe options below), but our favorite might be the simplest: roasted (or baked) acorn squash. Cooking acorn squash on a sheet pan in the oven is an incredibly low-maintenance, comfort-food favorite that takes less than five minutes to prepare....

Enter: Hot oil treatments for hair, a hairstylist-recommended way to practice self-care and bring life back to your locks. But before you go pouring a bottle of steaming oil over your head, give this a read. We asked hairstylists the burning questions about hot oil you’ll need to know, plus how to execute the treatment safely. How Hot Oil Helps Hair Using hot oil hair treatments has many benefits for dry hair and a dry scalp....

What Is Scalp Acne? Acne on the scalp is similar to acne on the face. “Clogged pores can occur on the scalp and often do, as this area tends to be densely populated with sebaceous or oily glands,” explains Blair Murphy-Rose, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. “Pimples form on the scalp when a pore is clogged and bacteria is trapped, leading to inflammation.” Scalp acne is usually located on the scalp and back of the head, and manifests as small pimples that are very similar to those that we can find on our face....

So if you’re already in the beginning stages of learning how to monetize your Instagram account, or are just plain interested in doing so, here are some steps you can take to build your platform, establish your brand, and grow your following so you can make money on Instagram as an influencer. All you need to start is WiFi. Building Your Brand Before you even begin to think about monetizing your social media platform, ask yourself: Why do I want to break into the influencer marketing industry?...

That’s not to say I’m any kind of angel when it comes to housework. I rarely take out the compost bin. I tend to clean out the lint catcher after doing a load of laundry—and promptly leave the wad of lint on top of the dryer rather than throw it in the wastebasket that’s mere feet away. And I act like an entitled, grumpy teen when I think the lion’s share of the household chores is falling on my shoulders, even though I haven’t explicitly communicated that I want help....

You can crank out three dozen of these sweet little iced balls in an hour, so it’s a great go-to for serving a crowd. Get the recipe: Angeletti Store these cookies between sheets of wax paper in an airtight container at room temperature, and they’ll keep for up to 2 days (if they last that long). Get the recipe: Jam Sandwich Cookies These shouldn’t be confused with French macarons (with only one “o”), which are delicate, airy sandwich cookies with a layer of filling in between, resembling a brightly colored Oreo....

No matter your home decor style, consider these eye-catching living room color schemes for your next paint makeover. Beige and Green Beige is a classic neutral for the living room, but in this stunning space designed by Amber Interiors, the rich green curtains add an unexpected hue. While bright green would be shocking, a deep green blends seamlessly into this more traditional design. Follow their lead, and choose a neutral sofa you love, then let curtains, throw blankets, or other textiles introduce the accent color in the room....

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Mint green may not be at the top of the kitchen cabinet paint colors wish list, but it’s a surprisingly excellent pick for any kitchen, especially smaller ones. Take the above space, located in a 100-year-old home in Austin, Texas. Designer Maureen Stevens chose mint green paint—Mint Condition from Sherwin-Williams—for the cabinets to help make the small, rather dark space look brighter, and the results are enough to make anyone reconsider opinions on light cabinet paint colors....

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For retailers, this tax can be a way to offset other rising costs related to inflation and supply chain issues. Retailers might also charge more for pumpkin spice items to capitalize on consumer fears of missing out on these seasonal items that are only around for a brief period of time, and might sell out due to their popularity. So, aside from the PSL, what are the seasonal foods that have the highest pumpkin spice tax?...

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