What Is The Future Of Asbestos Litigation Under New President?

As all Americans are keenly aware, there is about to be a major administration change in Washington, D.C. Whenever a new president comes into office, there are bound to be questions and uncertainty about how the president will treat issues that, while highly important, are not widely discussed by the public. These tend to be ongoing issues rather than current events.

A good example is asbestos. More than 55 nations have banned all use of asbestos, but America is not one of them. It is estimated that up to 15,000 Americans are killed each year due to asbestos exposure, as it remains in many of our nation's older buildings and homes.

How will a Donald Trump administration regard asbestos? Obviously, no one can be certain of that until it actually happens. But some environmentalists and health advocates are trying to make predictions based on the previous comments and actions of the president-elect.

In late November, the Environmental Working Group issued an article noting that in a 1997 book, Donald Trump described asbestos as "100 percent safe, once applied," and that the fireproofing/insulating material "got a bum rap." As a long-time real estate developer, it seems likely that Mr. Trump was not fond of the laws, regulations and extra costs associated with the safe removal of asbestos during demolition and renovation.

Even though his words were written nearly 20 years ago, the dangers of asbestos were clear long before the 1990s. In fact, some recognized the dangers of asbestos starting in the early 20th century. Therefore, if Mr. Trump's views were strongly pro-asbestos in the 1990s, there is not much reason to believe that they would have changed in recent years due to emerging research.

As we stated earlier, there is no way to know for certain how a president will act on issues until they actually take office. And even if President-elect Trump is pro-asbestos, it is unlikely that he will push to bring it into wider use. The greater danger would be supporting legislation that makes it far more difficult for mesothelioma victims and their families to pursue lawsuits against companies and other parties that negligently exposed victims to asbestos.

For the sake of all victims and their families, we must hope that our access to civil justice is not restricted or taken away.

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EPA Media and Contract Freezes Do Not Impact Asbestos Cleanup

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will reportedly continue pollution cleanup and construction projects despite orders from President Donald Trump's new administration to cease certain activities, according to the Associated Press, which cites the EPA transition team communications director for this information. This news will be welcomed by people impacted by important EPA asbestos cleanup projects across the nation such as the Libby, Montana, Superfund site, about which we have recently blogged.

For example, WFAE, the Charlotte, North Carolina, National Public Radio station, reports that the federal asbestos cleanup in Davidson of a neighborhood near an old asbestos factory will continue despite the administration's restrictions on EPA activity.

New EPA Restrictions

The AP article says that the EPA is prohibited from:

• Awarding new grants or contracts
• Issuing press releases
• Posting to EPA social media, including blogs
• Participating in "new business activities" like "task orders or work assignments" to outside contractors
• Sending any message that is not "critical"

The AP reports that the transitional communications director expects the communication blackout to end by January 28.

EPA Work Important for Asbestos Control

The EPA is the federal agency responsible broadly for environmental protection across the country. This responsibility includes intensive agency work to identify and remove asbestos contamination, often the result of past industrial activity or unsafe disposal practices, according to the agency website.

EPA also funds important environmental work of state and local public environmental agencies. Apparently officials at those agencies are trying to clarify how the administration's orders to EPA will impact them, reports the AP.

Advocates for the victims of asbestos-related injury will continue to monitor EPA changes that could impact asbestos-related cleanup or protection of the public from asbestos releases.

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Learn the Brilliant Secret Behind Perfect Instagram Photos

Whether you realize it or not, you probably find yourself ‘liking’ stunningly captured flat-lays every time you scroll through Instagram. If you aren’t familiar with this technical term, flat-lays are the gorgeous photos of a collection of items from an aerial perspective—trust us, you’ll recognize them when you see them. Flat-lays are extremely popular because they’re great at communicating a photographer’s mood, aesthetic, and personality all at once. To help you take the perfect flat-lay for your own Instagram account, we got blogger Jacey Duprie of Damsel in Dior to give us some pointers.

• Light it right. First, as is the case with every high-quality Instagram photo, your flat-lay will require good lighting. That means you might want to wait to take your picture in the afternoon, when your space has the brightest natural light. You could also turn on overhead (ceiling) lights, then edit the photo to make the light look whiter and less yellow. Pro tip: If you snap the photo by the light of a lamp, you’re likely to capture unflattering shadows (a serious Instagram faux pas), so make sure all light is well-distributed and preferably natural.
• Create balance. The next factor to consider is your composition, which refers to the items you’ll be capturing and how they’ll be arranged. As you choose your objects, consider the emotions you’re trying to express. Is the photo of makeup and hair products? Is it the clutter on your desk? Or perhaps your lunch and place setting? Carefully determine whether all the photographed items are in line with the message you’re trying to convey.
• Set the scene. Once you’ve chosen the items that create a full look, look for the right background. Think of this as a backdrop for a product photo shoot, as the background works to further set the mood and complement your selections. Marble, hardwood floors, black and white tiles, and plain white are a few of Duprie’s go-to backdrops.
• Play with placement. With your items selected on an appropriate surface, it’s time to arrange them. “Make sure all of the products are equal distance apart,” advises Duprie, who has 360,000 followers on her Instagram account (@damselindior). “I prefer to keep products spaced apart rather than layered on top of one another so they are clear and visible.” Try to balance out the products in the frame, and be aware that the eye tends to gravitate toward the upper right quarter of the photo, Duprie adds.
• Get high. To take a true flat-lay, you should have a direct birdseye view of the items, as if the photo was zoomed in from a camera on the ceiling. “Stand on something high that will position you directly above what you’re shooting,” says Duprie. You may need to stand on a chair or a ladder (sorry, but taking great pictures is hard work!) and hold your phone above your head.
• Check your work. After you’ve taken a handful (or 100) photos, review them to make sure you’re getting the right angles and that everything is perfectly arranged (the camera will highlight even slightly crooked lines).
• Add magic touches. Once you’ve found the photo that best captures everything you imagined your flat-lay would be, go ahead and edit it to perfection. “Don’t be afraid to edit and sharpen your image using easy apps such as Snapseed and VSCOcam,” Duprie encourages.

After all of this meticulous preparation, you can finally post the finished photo to your Instagram account and wait for the likes to roll in! We wish your avocado toast, M.A.C. makeup, and desk stationary the best of luck. Here are some more insider tips to snapping pro-grade pics on your smartphone.

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Were You Supposed to Be Wearing Sunglasses Before Bed This Whole Time?

Does your typical night include reading a book on your tablet, watching a late night television show, or answering a few emails before falling asleep? If you answered yes to any of these, you could be harming your quality of sleep. Why? Two words: Blue light.

“Blue light has a very similar wavelength to sunlight,” says Anne Bartolucci, PhD at Atlanta Insomnia and Behavioral Health Services. “It’s very stimulating for the brain.” The wavelength of blue light falls between 420 and 480 nanometers. When we expose ourselves to blue light before we go to bed, it suppresses melatonin production, which can mess up our natural circadian rhythm and keep us from falling asleep and staying asleep throughout the night. Read these tips from sleep doctors to get a better night’s sleep without drugs.

Common items that emit blue light are the backlight screens of smartphones, tablets, computers, and televisions. Other items, that people don’t tend to think about, are alarm clocks and night lights. While these give off a much smaller amount of blue light, it’s still something to consider removing from your room to improve your sleep.

Dr. Bartolucci recommends one hour of screen-free time before going to bed. But for those whose lifestyles require you to be on your phone or computer all the time, she recommends blue light sunglasses. Blue light sunglasses can be worn on their own or over your glasses. They look like sunglasses but with orange or yellow lenses. They work to filter out the blue light signal that your screen is giving off.

Blue light sunglasses can range anywhere from $10 to $80. Dr. Bartolucci says not to spend a lot of money on them since the less expensive ones work just as well. The pair she uses in her office for patients to test, for instance, was about $20.

Unfortunately, wearing regular sunglasses won’t have the same benefits as wearing blue light sunglasses. Dr. Bartolucci says that if your sunglass lenses have an amber or yellow tint they may help a little, but they won’t be as effective as blue light sunglasses. Similarly, turning down the brightness on your phone or turning on night mode doesn’t work as well as blue light sunglasses. This dims the amplitude of the light but doesn’t change the wavelength.

Sure, blue light sunglasses aren’t the most attractive accessories, but if your busy lifestyle doesn’t allow you to put down your devices before bed, the shades are your best bet for sweet slumber.  For extra pointers, try these other tips to get the best sleep ever.

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These Hilarious First Kiss Stories Will Make You So Glad You’re Not a Teenager

First base panic

“We went under the bleachers at a popular park in Florida. I was in the seventh grade, circa 1987. I had no idea how to compose myself. I didn’t know I was supposed to close my eyes and I was insecure that my nose, pre-rhinoplasty, would get in the way (think Steve Martin’s character in Roxanne). I just opened my mouth, kept my eyes wide open and twirled my tongue around twice. I still remember the guy’s first and last name.” —Much Better Kisser Now, Coral Springs, Florida

Holy hotness

“I met this cute boy in Hebrew school, and we went to see Bette Midler in Beaches. He did the arm-over-the-shoulder trick with a dramatic yawn and stretch. He leaned in for a very awkward, uncomfortable tongue touch. I sat in shock and guilt for the rest of the film. When my mom picked me up, I asked if we could stop at temple to throw away my sins.” —Kiss and Pray, Branchburg, New Jersey (No need to feel guilty, Kiss and Pray! Kissing actually makes you stronger!)

Double trouble

“I was a late bloomer—age 14, to be exact. When I excitedly went to share the news of my first kiss with my twin sister the next day, I found out he was her first kiss, too.” —Still Mad at My Sister, Baldwin, NY

Breath test

“My sixth-grade boyfriend and I had a date at the local pizza place. We shared our first real peck in the back of the restaurant. I remember that I did not like his breath.” —Never Ordered Pepperoni Again, Potomac, Maryland

Miss inexperienced

“I was 8 years old, and I fell in love with a fifth grader on my camp bus. I remember his tan legs looking so cute in his short shorts. We kissed on a dare. My excitement turned into nausea. When the bus dropped me off I ran home to my mom crying, I thought I was pregnant.” —In Therapy, Marlboro, New Jersey

Forgotten love

“I can’t remember which one came first. It might have been at sleep away camp behind the arts and crafts building. Or it was during a game of Truth or Dare in my parent’s hot tub, or maybe it was in the backyard at my best friend’s house.” —Still thinking, Boca Raton, FL

Lip bump

“We both had braces. Not sure what hit first, the metal brackets or the tip of our tongues.” —Happily Married, Manalapan, New Jersey (Read more about the benefits of kissing, besides leading to happy-ever-afters.)

Dressed to impress

“My mom was a friend of the owner of a dress store. She would always give me a crinoline to put under my skirt. It must have made me look nice because at age 13, I kissed the dress owner’s son. I’ll never forget: It was outside, on the corner of a busy street, underneath the train tracks.” —Still Have My Memory, Jackson, New Jersey

Sweet and tender

“It was 50 years ago. He would always pick me up in his car with Lifesavers on the dashboard and lip balm in hand. He made sure to keep his lips soft and his breath fresh. My friends didn’t know if I could trust him because they said he was too nice. Now, we are married and he still walks around with chapstick and breath mints in his dungaree jacket.” —Married To Mr. Right, Brooklyn, New York

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Exactly How Gross Is It to Share a Loofah?

Loofahs, those spongy, handheld scrubbers, are known to help exfoliate our skin in the shower. Yours could be hanging in the shower right now, and unbeknownst to you, other family members may be using it to scrub up. No big deal, right? You’re family!

Sadly, it’s doesn’t matter how close you are, sharing a loofah is more unsanitary than you’d imagine. “A loofah can cause bacteria to spread,” says Debra Brooks, MD, from Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care. Not only can loofahs store bacteria—including pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacterium that can cause disease in animals, according to the CDC—but every time you use it to slough off dead skin, you’re also more than likely rubbing yesterday’s dead skin back onto your body. Yuck!

The nature of a loofah makes it a virtual petri dish for germs. “It stays in the shower, a warm, wet environment which can be a breeding ground for bacteria like mold and mildew,” says Brooks. Even if you wash it, there’s still a good chance that germs are hiding in those little indentations and holes. Anyone who has or is a carrier for MRSA, a super bug responsible for several difficult-to-treat infections, could easily spread that through their loofah. And people who are diabetic or immunocompromised in any way could be at higher risk of developing a general infection, especially because a loofah causes microscopic abrasions as it removes dead skin, essentially opening doors for germs to enter, says Brooks.

If you’re keen on exfoliating your skin, consider using a body scrub, like Svelta Luxe Coffee & Raw Sugar Body Scrub or H20 Beauty Eucalyptus & Aloe Body Scrub. Or make a homemade exfoliant using ingredients already in your kitchen.

If you’re still stubbornly feeling the loofah love, try following these tips from Penn State University to keep it as sanitary as possible:

• Make sure that your loofah is made from all natural substances rather than synthetic material
• Don’t ever leave it in your shower, where it invites mold and takes longer to dry
• Always store in a dry place, and make sure to dry it completely after every use to stop bacteria from proliferating
• Periodically soak it in a 5 percent bleach solution to kill off bacteria and germs
• Replace your loofah at least once every three to four weeks, or sooner if it starts to smell.

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Does Bar Soap Really Hold Onto Germs?

We’ve all been brought up to believe that in order to remove icky stuff from our hands and pretty much our entire bodies we should wash and clean ourselves with soap. But bar soap in essence just removes grime and germs from your skin—it doesn’t kill bacteria; it just moves it from one location to the next. So could that gross stuff that you thought that you were ridding yourself of might actually be hanging out on your favorite bar of soap? Try not to think about that the next time you lather up. “Bar soap can and likely does have germs living on it, says Debra Brooks, MD, at Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care. But don’t panic just yet because they are not likely to make you sick, she says.

In a study that was published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Infection it was found that even when participants used soap that had been contaminated, their risk of the bacteria transfering to them was unlikely. Dr. Brooks concurs. “If you are in good health, you should have no problem naturally defending against the germs on bars of soap,” says Brooks. “Plus it is easy to disinfect your soap because the top layer usually dissolves in water,” she says.

If you are still concerned and want to take extra precaution you should cover and store your soap in a dry place, as this will also help it to last longer. Also, rinse it off before and after using. Finally, if it still freaks you out and you are worried just stick to liquid soaps or shower gels instead.

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Should I Still Work Out if I’m Sick?

If you have a regular exercise routine, you might feel guilty skipping your workout when you’re sick. But even if you felt well enough to go to work, taking a rest day could be the best thing for your health.

Listen to your body when you’re deciding if a workout is worth it, says Albert Ahn, MD, clinical instructor of Internal Medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center. If you’ve got a minor cold and your symptoms are all from the “neck up,” you can probably handle light exercise. Some people even find they feel better with physical activity. Though the reason isn’t clear, it could have to do with the endorphin rush or sticking with a routine, he says.

But skip the workout if a cough or stuffy nose makes it hard to breathe, says Felicia D. Stoler, DCN, fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine. “We need oxygen to exercise properly,” she says. “If oxygen is a little challenging because the lungs are filled up with fluid, maybe you shouldn’t work out.” (Find out why you’re always congested.)

Take it easy too if you’ve had stomach issues like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, even you think you’re done running to the toilet. “They’re already dehydrating to begin with, and the last thing you want to do is make that worse,” says Dr. Ahn. In addition to water, you also lose electrolytes—which are important for performance too—so replenish them with sports drinks or coconut water. Check out these other sneaky causes of dehydration. Plus, if being sick made you lose your appetite, you won’t have enough calories to fuel your workout, he says.

Exercising with a fever is another big no-no. “You don’t want to raise your body temperature any more,” says Dr. Ahn.

Then, of course, are the germs. For one thing, you should avoid making other gym-goers sick. But staying home could protect you too. “You don’t want to be around other people’s germs when immunocompromised,” says Dr. Stoeler. If you do brave the gym, she recommends washing your hands when you arrive and when you leave. Avoid putting your hands in your eyes and nose until you’ve washed the germs away.

Don’t rely on getting an immune system boost from your workout either. Studies have linked physical activity to stronger immune systems, but that won’t make a difference once you’re sick. After all, your regular exercise routine has likely already given you those benefits, says Dr. Ahn. Now it’s time to let your body fight the infection and avoid these habits that ruin your immune system.

Fitness fanatics who do decide to work out should dial it down a notch. Reduce the speed and number of miles on the treadmill, and do fewer sets and reps during weight training, says Dr. Ahn. Or rethink your idea of physical activity and do tai chi, yoga, or light cardio, suggests Dr. Stoeler. “It’s moving vs. sitting on a sofa,” she says. “We can always walk.”

Don’t feel guilty about the time away from the gym. A few days off won’t kill your progress, and working out too soon will probably just hold you back more in the long run. “It’s not going to help your cold go away any faster,” says Dr. Ahn. So sit back and enjoy the excuse to stay in your PJs.

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8 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do on Your Kindle

Download free books

Amazon offers over 8,000 titles that are free to download. Pick from a variety of classic novels, romance reads, and thrillers. Even if you don’t own a Kindle, you can download the free Kindle app on your smartphone and get these reads for on-the-go convenience. Another great source for free downloads is Open Library. It allows you to borrow and read a wide variety of titles. Check with you local library as well, many offer similar programs to Open Library.

 

Transfer articles from the web

Download Instapaper to transfer web articles to your Kindle. Create an account and then under Settings choose Kindle as your delivery option. Now, when you save an article to Instapaper it will get pushed to your Kindle account.

 

Send a document

You can email personal documents, as attachments, to your Kindle. All you need to do is send the document to your Kindle email address. How do you find that? Go to Manage Your Content and Devices > Settings > Personal Document Settings. The email will be yourname@kindle.com. Then you have to add your email to the Approved Document Email List. Something to note is that you could be charged for this. Avoid the charge by adding free to your kindle address. Therefore, it would read yourname@free.kindle.com.

 

Reset a frozen screen

Simply press or slide and hold the power button for 40 seconds. When you release, the device should display the start-up screen.

 

Take a screenshot

If you find a quote that you really like, or need to save a page to use for a class project, you can take a screenshot on your Kindle. If you have an original Kindle, hold down alt + shift + G. For the Kindle Touch, hold down the home button and tap the screen. And for the Voyage and Paperweight, press the opposite corners of the screen at the same time. Plug your Kindle into your computer to download the screenshot as a .png file.

 

Clear up space on your home screen

If you’re tired of the Amazon book suggestions adding clutter to your home screen, there’s a way you can clear them. Go to the menu bar in the upper right hand corner, then to Settings > Parental Controls > Restrictions > slide Kindle store to off and hit OK.

 

Lend a book to a friend

Certain books are eligible to be sent to a friend for 14 days. Log in to your Amazon account and go here. Select Manage Your Content and Devices from the tabs on the screen. Then, click the ellipses action button next to the book you want to send and selectLoan This Title. Remember, not all titles are available to loan.

 

You can publish your own book for Kindle users

For all you authors out there, Amazon offers an easy way to publish your book on their e-store. Simply follow these instructions to make your book available to Kindle users worldwide.

 

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I Tried Period Underwear for a Week, and Here’s What Happened

When it comes to managing your period, there’s an insane number of products on drugstore shelves. And as if the endless options for tampons (including organic tampons), pads, and menstrual cups weren’t overwhelming enough, period panties have arrived on the scene. But what the heck are period panties and should you go out and buy a pair? I tested out this latest fashion-meets-function trend, though not all that enthusiastically at first, to be honest.

Full disclosure, I get queasy at the sight of blood and my period is no exception, so the thought of wearing soggy, bloody underwear didn’t sound all too appealing. And I didn’t exactly love the idea of wearing what I thought would be a glorified diaper. I certainly didn’t care to spend $24 to $39 on said glorified diaper. But I put my fears aside and spent three days wearing period panties. Here’s what happened.

When I Googled “period panties,” it didn’t rack up a ton of hits, but I found some major brands like Lunapads, Anigan, Dear Kate, and Thinx, which all offer different versions of the same product. I decided to go with a beige thong from Thinx because they had the most variety—plus, each purchase helps fund period products for some of the 100 million girls in developing countries who might otherwise miss school just because it’s that time of the month. Thinx offers six different types of styles, including the hiphugger, boyshort, and cheeky, all with different levels of absorbency. For example, the thong holds half a tampon’s worth of blood compared to the hiphugger, which can hold two tampons’ worth. While I appreciate the variety of styles and cuts, I found it hard to measure what exactly a half tampon’s worth of blood equates to, and I wasn’t sure how long I could wear the underwear without blood leaking all over my clothes.

Considering that the panties can be worn without a tampon or pad, I was expecting them to be super thick and uncomfortable, but they were actually really similar to an average pair of undies. In fact, they looked and felt exactly like my favorite pair of lace Hanky Pankys—super comfy! That said, I wore a tampon with the thong the first day because I didn’t want to take the risk of leakage at work. All went well and I even forgot I was wearing “special” underwear. Sadly, I woke up to a bloody mess all over my PJs and white sheets when I wore just the panties to bed the following night. Hint: If you ever have the unfortunate circumstances of dealing with a similar situation, use these common household items to remove blood stains. (They actually work!). On the third day, I decided to be brave and went to work with panties, sans tampon for six hours, and had no issues.

On the pro side, besides running to the bathroom more than usual to make sure my pants were spot-free, I liked not having to wear a tampon. On the con side, I had to rinse the panties under cold water before throwing them in the washer, per the washing directions. As someone who finds blood repulsive and hates doing laundry as it is, this was definitely a detractor.

So while I might not be quite ready to permanently trade in tampons, I would certainly recommend giving period panties a try, especially on days when you have a light flow. (Here’s what your period could be saying about your health.) In general, I really like the idea of reusable, environmentally friendly period products, and I’m happy to support a company that gives back to girls around the world.

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Let your food digest

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A small, unfinished IKEA dresser transforms into a chic, girly nightstand you’ll be proud to stash your bedtime reading in. Brass details elevate the sweet ballet slipper pink, proving you don’t need to keep pastels to kids’ rooms. Head over to Vintage Revivals for step-by-step directions.

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7 Silent Signs You Could Be Eating Too Much Protein

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Protein is a critical part of our diet—we need it to feel full, have energy, build and repair muscle, process nutrients, and boost immunity, among other vital roles.”Protein is made up of amino acids that are the building blocks of body tissues, including muscles, blood vessels, hair, skin, and nails. It’s also involved in the production of enzymes and hormones that help the body to function normally,” says Kaleigh McMordie, a registered dietitian nutritionist. Why are these amino acids so important? McMordie gives a quick anatomy lesson (in case you spaced out in 10th grade): There are some amino acids that the body can synthesize, but others, called essential amino acids, we must get through our diet. Animal protein sources, such as meat, fish, milk, and eggs, contain all nine essential amino acids while most plant-based protein sources don’t have the full complement of amino acids in the exact right amounts (there are some exceptions, like soybeans). “That’s why it is important to include a variety of protein sources in order to get all of the essential amino acids, especially for vegetarians,” McMordie says. And if you’re a regular exerciser, protein is especially important, according to diet and lifestyle dietitian and registered nutritionist, Keith Akoob, EdD. “Protein not only builds muscle, but it also repairs and maintains muscle,” he says. “Muscle cells, like all living tissue, have a life. They eventually need to be replaced, so repair and maintenance are critical roles for dietary protein.”

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Does Milk Block Antioxidants in Foods and Beverages?

High-antioxidant foods like tea, coffee and fruit have been linked to many health benefits. Unfortunately, some studies have found that milk may block some of these beneficial compounds. However, other studies have found that milk has no effect. So what should you believe? This article explores whether milk inactivates the antioxidants found in foods and […] The article "Does Milk Block Antioxidants in Foods and Beverages?" appeared first on AuthorityNutrition.com

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The 10 Attributes of Wildly Successful People You Should Memorize Now

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We all know people who seem to be accomplished in their every pursuit. So it’s especially interesting to read a new British study that drills into the 10 attributes that make people extra good at what they do. And they all have a few things in common. For starters, they identify and understand their strengths when pursuing a goal, says Amanda Potter, the lead researcher, founder, and managing director at Zircon Management Consulting, a business psychology company in England. High achievers also tend to be motivated by a negative or positive life event, and they credit their success to having someone in their life who believed in them. After conducting interviews with 42 high-achievers, including a range of CEOs, entrepreneurs, sports stars, and media personalities, Potter concluded that we all have a different combination of winning attributes—in other words, no two winners are exactly the same—however, all successful people have some or all of 10 specific attributes. “For example, it may be your single-minded focus and determination or it might be your curiosity and willingness to disrupt the current situation that makes you successful,” she says. Read on as our two experts explain why the qualities that engender success and why they’re so key.

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10 Surprisingly Simple Ways to Save BIG at the Supermarket

Buy in bulk

Especially if you have a big family or lots of freezer space, one of the best ways to save money at the supermarket is to bypass it entirely and shop instead at large wholesale stores like Costco or B.J.’s. The prices are typically cheaper (especially for things like nuts), but some aren’t (like these), so make sure to know about how much you’d pay at the supermarket. If your family can’t plow through 24 eggs in one week, plan to split the cartons—and the cost, with a friend or neighbor.

 

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How to Turn Mason Jars into Adorable Football-Themed Containers

If you’re looking for a simple way to spruce up a Super Bowl spread, look no further than these football-themed Mason jars.

Linda Braden, the blogger behind Mason Jar Crafts, shows you how to make not one, not two, but four adorable containers. Since the Super Bowl simply isn’t the same without snacks, count on these jars to be the touchdown of your snack table. They’re a handy spot for straws, utensils, candies—you name it.

Loving the referee and football jars the best? Painter’s tape makes it easy to get those straight stripes. And by distressing the paint a bit, it doesn’t even matter if each coat gets a bit sloppy. In no time, you’ll transform plain Mason jars into a focal point for your Super Bowl party.

Visit Mason Jar Crafts for step-by-step directions for each jar. No worries if you aren’t feeling crafty—Braden also sells the finished jars on her Etsy shop.

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Here’s Why You NEED to Drink Water When You’re Stressed

Some stress symptoms we know all to well: headaches, difficulty concentrating, acne breakouts. But did you know dehydration also has a close relationship to stress?

It all has to do with your adrenal glands. These small glands (found on the top of both kidneys) produce hormones that regulate your immune system, metabolism, and other important functions. One of those hormones is cortisol, which gives you the energy to handle stress or fear, as part of our flight-or-flight instinct.

But what if the pressure from your stress doesn’t let up? Prolonged stress can lead to adrenal fatigue, and your worn-out glands function less than normal, Robert Kominiarek, DO, a board certified family physician in Ohio told health.com. That means they produce fewer hormones, including aldosterone, which regulates fluid and electrolyte levels in the body. When there’s less aldosterone, electrolyte levels drop, and you get dehydrated. Plus, being dehydrated can increase cortisol levels. While increased cortisol levels isn’t necessarily a bad thing, it becomes a problem when your body doesn’t physically respond to its fight-or-flight mechanism. In other words, if cortisol levels increase, and stressed-out you does nothing about it, it will build up and lead to a host of problems, including depression and mental illness. Basically, you’re stuck in a cycle of stress and thirst. (Find out other signs you may be dehydrated.)

So the next time you start feeling overwhelmed, take a breath and take a drink of water. Increasing your fluids can help reduce immediate stress, but if this is a recurring issue, try incorporating these stress-relieving rituals into your life or consider getting professional help.

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Busy Minds May Be Better at Fighting Dementia

Computer use, crafting, social activities and games all seem to boost brain health, study finds

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What’s the Best Way to Clean Out Earwax—If You Can’t Use Q-Tips?

No one wants big gobs of earwax in their ears, but think twice before digging around with a cotton swab.

Sticking a Q-Tip—or any small object—into your ear can push the earwax back into your ear canal. (Try these clever uses for cotton swabs instead.) As the canal fills up, you could experience some hearing loss, or itching, ringing, and discomfort in your ears, says neurotologist Seth R. Schwartz, MD, MPH, medical director for the Listen for Life Center at Virginia Mason Medical Center. And that wax could be building up more than you realize. “Even half the ear can be plugged with wax before people start to notice at all,” he says.

Your body needs earwax, so don’t poke too far for any that hasn’t made its way outside your ear, says Erich Voigt, MD, clinical associate professor with the otolaryngology department at NYU Langone Medical Center. “The ear canal is a sort of dark, warm, and moist cavity,” he says. “And any areas that are dark, warm, and moist can become an incubator for germs.” The wax prevents water from building up in your ear, keeping germs, mold, and fungus out, he says.

Constantly scraping earwax from your inner ear means removing that protection. “You lose the protective coating,” says Dr. Voigt. “The skin might have tiny scratches, and the germs that like the dark, warm, and moist start multiplying.” You’ll be at higher risk of an outer ear infection—one of the most painful infections you can get, he says. If that happens, try one of these ear infection home remedies.

You already wipe away most of that outside earwax in the shower, says Dr. Voigt. But if earwax is bothering you, a steamy shower also happens to be an ideal place to attack the excess, says Dr. Schwartz. “The wax tends to liquefy because it absorbs water,” he says. “If you wipe your ear, it’s a whitish, soft consistency.” After your shower, wipe the earwax away with a dry washcloth or tissue, he suggests. Anything you can’t reach easily with your finger is still protecting your ear. You could also use eardrops to soften the wax.

See your doctor if wiping wax away at home doesn’t help, or if you think you pushed some back into your ear. A physician can help remove the earwax or identify any other conditions. “Some people think they have earwax but actually have underlying hearing loss,” says Dr. Schwartz.

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Yes, You CAN Paint a Small Room a Dark Color. Here’s How

So you’ve got a small room in your house and you’re not sure what color to paint it. Past experience might tell you to go light and airy—it’ll open up the space and make it feel less closed in. But that’s not your only option, especially if what you’re looking to create is ambiance.

“When you paint a small room a dark color, it’s all about creating a mood,” says Karen Asprea, interior designer and director of Whitehall Interiors in New York City. “If you want to create an intimate and cozy reading nook, or someplace to unwind at the end of the day, it’s perfect.” (Painting your bedroom? Find the perfect color.)

The first colors that come to mind for a cozy room are rich taupes and chocolaty tones, says Asprea. Keep the mood with wall sconces as opposed to overhead lights, which could create a glare if everything else is dark. An antique mirror—one with a bronze or black metal frame—can add depth to the space. “It’s nice to have a reflective surface in a small room,” she says.

To pull the room together, experiment with furniture that features a fun pattern, like something floral or geometric, which picks up on the color of the wall. Or do all white furniture with throw pillows that pick up on the color.

So are there any dark colors Asprea suggests you avoid? Not really—but reds and greens can be tricky. “If you’re going to paint a wall red, you need to be very careful about which red you use. I’d recommend doing several tests on the wall,” she says. “Some reds can read a little orange, some can read yellow—and then you also want it to match the other pieces you’re putting in the room. If you’re going to do a red wall and you want a little pop on a red pillow, make sure that the wall is the same tone red as the pillow.”

As for green, it can sometimes cast unflattering tones on peoples’ skin. Asprea says deeps sage greens can look stunning, though.

So what are you waiting for? Go ahead, be bold.

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How Bad Is It to Hold in a Sneeze?

When mucus, an allergen, or an object like an insect gets into our nose, the body’s instinct is to get rid of it immediately, via a sneeze. The diaphragm and the muscles between our ribs contract to expel whatever’s in our nose. It’s an automatic (and largely uncontrollable) reflex, designed to keep our airway open.

A sneeze is also very powerful. Depending on the size of your nose and your lung capacity, the force is between 100 and 500 miles an hour! But holding the nose, or closing the mouth, means that all that air can’t escape, so it has to go somewhere else, which could cause unexpected damage.

“If you try to suppress the velocity of air coming up from the lungs, then you could cause damage to the middle ear, which is where the hearing bones are,” cautions Jeffery Gallups, MD, founder and director of The ENT Institute in Atlanta. The force of the air being pushed at speed into the Eustachian tubes can affect the ear drum and the small bones that vibrate when we hear sounds.

If you have an underlying condition, including osteoporosis or an existing brain aneurysm, complications are a possibility from an uninhibited sneeze. But Dr. Gallups believes reports of serious injuries from sneezing are likely to be speculation.

When a cold strikes, take action quickly to stop the cold in its tracks and manage your cold symptoms effectively. But there’s no surefire way to ward off a sneeze either, so if you simply must let rip, do consider those around you. Sneeze into a tissue or the crook of your elbow, dispose of the tissue immediately, and wash your hands to get rid of germs.

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What the Heck Is Jackfruit, and Why Is It the New Meat Replacement?

Take a walk down the produce aisle and you may spot a light green, oval-shaped, nubby fruit. While every fruit is distinctive, this one in particular is hard to ignore. The jackfruit, which is native to Southeast Asia, parts of India, Jamaica, and South America, is fast becoming the latest popular meat substitute in vegan diets and vegetarian meals. From pulled “pork” sandwiches to desserts, jackfruit has proven to be a versatile plant that both meat eaters and non-meat eaters alike can appreciate. Here’s what you need to know about this trending tropical fruit.

Jackfruits pack in a lot of nutrition. They’re high in protein (with 2.8 grams per cup of sliced fruit, which is 5 percent of your daily value for protein), plus calcium, and thiamine, vitamin A, and carbohydrates. They’re also rich in energy and dietary fiber, and free from saturated fats or cholesterol. In some regions, jackfruits are even been used to treat conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, diarrhea, tuberculosis, fever, and liver cirrhosis.

And because the fruit is so easy to grow—a jackfruit tree can yield up to 200 jackfruits a year—there are efforts being made right now to plant them throughout the world as a way to combat food shortages in Third World countries.

At the market, you may see two seemingly different types of jackfruit, but it’s the same fruit—only one is mature and the other is young. The young jackfruit is sweet and crunchy, and the older version is usually softer and tastes less sweet. You may also find jackfruit in sold in cans. According to vegan chef and owner of Community Cafe in St. Petersburg Florida, Mandy Keyes, suggests opting for the younger version if you plan on cooking savory meals. “We researched and found that young jackfruit in a can is much easier to work with,” she says.

Unlike some fruits, jackfruits are entirely edible. The seeds can be boiled, roasted, or ground into flour, depending on the dish you’re making. The flesh, which looks like orange-yellow color bulbs, is what makes this fruit so versatile. It can be made into ice cream, chips, jam, soup, candy, and more. You can slice it into a fruit salad or use it in a jam, jelly, or chutney. Keyes cooked up a barbeque-style jackfruit dish at her restaurant last summer. “We sautéed the jackfruit, then slow-baked it in BBQ sauce and spices; then continued to let it simmer in a slow cooker for BBQ shredded jackfruit sandwiches. Keyes and her staff kept their original recipe and then spiced things up by turning them into tacos the following season. “It took just about 10 or 20 minutes to sauté, then about an hour to bake, and the longer you leave it in the crockpot, the better it tastes,” she explains.

If you’re vegetarian or vegan, you know that it can be a challenge to get adequate protein. Consider buying jackfruits—and other items on this list the best plant-based proteins—to meet your daily quota for good health.

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DIY Conversation Hearts: Making Them Yourself Is Easier Than You Think

Let’s be honest: It’s no surprise that everyone secretly hates candy conversation hearts. Cute messages like “I love you,” “Be mine,” or “Text me” aside, those store-bought candies are hard, dry, and flavorless. But they’re still a fun, nostalgic Valentine’s Day staple, right? What’s a person to do? Make your own!

This easy, homemade recipe for the classic V-day treat by Lindsay Beck, pastry chef at Nosedive Gastropub in Greenville, South Carolina, will leave you drooling. Her secret? Kool-Aid! According to Beck, the powder adds a vibrant color and yummy taste to the candy that will have you scooping handfuls all day long.

But Kool-Aid mix isn’t the only fun ingredient you can use. “The dough is very forgiving, so be creative,” Beck says. “Extracts, zests, ground lavender, vanilla beans, and freeze-dried fruit all add great flavor.” (Not to mention they are more natural.) If you’re partial to sour candy, tossing in a bit of citric acid will give the hearts a pucker-worthy savor.

Unlike the boxed, store-bought conversation hearts, creativity and originality are the name of the game with this recipe, Beck says. “You can write whatever you want, flavor them however you want, and color them whatever you want.” She suggests customizing your message using edible ink markers, or changing up the shape of the candy with different cookie cutters.

Plus, kids can get in on the action. Turn a dreary winter day into a family-friendly affair by inviting the kiddos to help mix the ingredients, or even letting them mold their own shapes with the dough.

Eaten alone, these adorable treats taste amazing, but they can also be sprinkled onto cupcakes or cakes, or even used as V-day décor around the house. (Just keep them out of reach of pets and young children). Need more fun and easy ideas? Here are cute Valentine’s Day crafts to make.

That said, follow the recipe below to make your very own conversation hearts. After one bite, you’ll never want to buy the store version again.

Ingredients:

1 envelope (1⁄4 oz) unflavored gelatin

1⁄2 cup (4 oz) cold water

8 to 10 cups powdered sugar

Pinch salt

1⁄4 tsp citric acid (optional)

1 packet Kool-Aid or other assorted flavorings and colors

Instructions:

1. Pour the water into the bowl of a stand mixer and slowly sprinkle the gelatin over the water to bloom; let sit for 5 minutes.
2. Meanwhile fill a small saucepan with about 3 inches of water and bring to a simmer.
3. After the 5 minutes has passed, place the mixing bowl over the pot of water and whisk gently until the gelatin has dissolved and the mixture is hot (not boiling).
4. Remove from the heat and mix on slow speed with the paddle attachment.
5. Add about 3 cups of the powdered sugar along with the salt and citric acid and mix until smooth.
6. Continue adding powdered sugar until a stiff dough forms, likely not needing all the powdered sugar.
7. Dump the contents onto a table and knead until the mixture is smooth, adding more powdered sugar as necessary to keep it from sticking.
8. Divide the dough and color/flavor as desired.
9. Roll each portion to 1⁄4″ thick and cut out small hearts or any other shape.
10. Arrange pieces on a baking sheet without them touching and allow to rest out for 24 hours.
11. After 24 hours, flip the pieces over, and dry another 24 hours before drawing on them with edible markers.

Makes about 5 cups of hearts, depending on the size of your cookie cutter.

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Think big when it comes to accessories

This doesn’t require a lot of money; it requires knowing how to properly accessorize. “Get rid of all those trinkets you have everywhere! It just looks like clutter,” says Celebrity Interior Designer Lori Halprin, owner of Envision Design Group. The biggest mistake people make is that they buy their accessories too small. “For instance, instead of putting three framed pictures over your sofa, use one big colorful framed painting,” says Halprin. “Large pieces give the illusion your place is really bigger than it actually is,” says Halprin. Check out these other decorating tips to make your home look expensive.

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Even if you’re convinced you’re one size, bring a size up and a size down with you to the dressing room. “Take the size you think you are, the size you wish you were, and the size you might be,” says Lauren Rothman, fashion stylist and author of Style Bible: What to Wear to Work. Different brands fit differently, so the best fit might surprise you. Don’t get discouraged if you do end up in that larger size. As long as you look good and feel good, the number on the tag doesn’t matter, says Rothman.

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Compliments do wonders for your brain

If you’re like most couples, you’ve probably experienced moments in your relationship when you feel almost invisible to each other because you allow other things like kids, money, or health to take priority over your relationship. If this is your story, consider the power of the compliment, says Michele Paiva, a psychotherapist in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. “Compliments show you don’t take your spouse for granted and help raise your spouse’s dopamine and oxytocin levels,” she says. “That, in turn, leads to a better emotional connection and more of an upbeat mood overall.” These tips will give your daily compliments extra impact.

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Face shape is just one factor that goes into choosing the right brow shape, according to Sabah Feroz, a brow expert at Saks Fifth Avenue’s brow bar, blinkbrowbar. “Each person’s individual facial features and brow bone structure will help to define the perfect brow shape, rather than just face shape alone,” she says. However, natural brows can be accentuated to achieve your dream brows! Also: Do you know the best haircuts for your face shape?

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The recommended daily allowance (RDA) for protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight—that’s about 46 grams per day for a woman and 56 grams per day for a man. However, that number could vary wildly depending on your daily caloric intake and physical activity. “If you’re strength training, your body requires more protein than the average person in order to repair muscle that’s broken down during training and build new muscle tissue,” says Lisa Davis, PhD, chief nutrition officer at Terra’s Kitchen. “The average weight lifter may need 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight, whereas a professional body builder may need 1.5 grams per kilogram of body weight. These signs suggest you’re not getting enough protein.

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Put them to bed earlier

Some parents assume that keeping their child up late will exhaust them, helping them to fall asleep more easily and making toddler sleep training an easier task. Not so, says Elizabeth Pantley, author of No-Cry Sleep Solution. “An energetic child may appear to be running on full steam until late in the evening. But a toddler who stays awake until 9 or 10 p.m. often is ready for bed many hours earlier, and is up late functioning on overdrive—often indicated by fussiness or hyperactivity.” Implementing an earlier bedtime could not only make bedtime a little easier, research suggests it’s best for your child. “Studies have shown that a child’s blood pressure, heart rate, and release of cortisol (a stress-regulated hormone) are all affected in a positive way by an early bedtime,” Pantley explains.

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Gregory Peck won the Best Actor Oscar for his riveting portrayal of Atticus Finch, the lawyer who defends an innocent African American man on trial for his life. This searing portrait of racism in the American south premiered during the Civil Rights era and was a critical and box office success. It’s considered one of those movies that’s just as good as the book it’s based on, Harper Lee’s acclaimed novel. It lost the Best Picture Oscar to the sweeping epic Lawrence of Arabia. Tough break!

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