Use brighter light It’s true! Bumping up your smartness factor can be as simple as turning on the lights. In a recent study from Michigan State University, rodents exposed to bright lights showed significant
السبت، 31 مارس 2018
This Artificial Sweetener Can Literally Lead to Diabetes
Trying to lose weight? Think about steering clear of “diet” foods sweetened with artificial sweeteners like sucralose: Not only are you setting yourself up for failure—check out how diet soda can make you
الجمعة، 30 مارس 2018
5 Things You Can Do This Sunday to Change the World
Do the dirty work for someone else Everyone has tasks that they absolutely dread doing, but, as life has it, those tasks need to get done either way. Think of a task that your
12 States That Were Almost Part of the United States
Westsylvania There was a lot of debate that went on when the United States was being formed. If any of these proposed states had been approved, there may have been a few more than 50
11 of the Most Expensive Things That Have Ever Been Stolen
The Mona Lisa Ever heard of it? The answer is most likely yes, considering it is the most famous painting in the world. The criminal, Vincenzo Perugia, was a handyman working at the Louvre,
11 Inedible Food Parts That Are Still Surprisingly Useful
Watermelon rind as a sex booster Watermelon rind has nutritional benefits too: Not only does it contain vitamins C and B6 (skin, immunity, and nervous system boosters), but it could also sweeten your sex
11 Storage Tricks to Make Your Foods Last Longer
Olive oil Stick to small bottles unless you’re heavy-handed. Once opened, olive oil can go rancid in as little as three months (even though the bottle might say it will last longer). Fresh olive
10 Iconic Characters You Never Knew Were Based on Real People
Mary (the schoolgirl with the lamb) Mary had a little lamb (whose fleece was white as snow, as you know) and it followed her to school one day. That actually happened! Real-life youngster Mary
10 Things You Really Should Be Buying at Restaurant Supply Stores
When it comes to kitchen gear, I’m all about combining form and function. After all, who doesn’t love practical but pretty tea towels or adorable recipe cards? However, when it comes to kitchen workhorses—you know,
This Is When It’s OK to Take Expired Medication
Here’s news that can save you money: You can ignore the expiration date on many of your medications—for years. According to several reports, including this one just published in the Journal of the American
This Is How the Whole30 Diet Helped Me Lose 36 Pounds
Take it a week at a time It may feel really daunting to start Whole30. For one thing, it seems really restrictive on paper: There’s no sugar, legumes, dairy (oh, but the cheese!), bread,
10 Uber Scams You Need to Watch Out For
Faking an app glitch Some riders have reported a driver announcing midway through the trip that their app has gone offline, which means they need to receive payment in cash. After paying the driver,
19 “Healthy” Food Rules Nutrition Experts Ignore All the Time
You have to count calories to lose weight A lot of people swear by the “calories in, calories out” method of weight loss, but if this rule were true, deprivation diets would work, says
11 Fascinating Facts About the FBI You Won’t Believe are True
The Bureau detested ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ James Capra’s 1947 Christmas classic starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed must be one of the least controversial movies of all time, right? Not so fast. In
15 Surprising Ways to Prevent Colds and Flu
Go for a fist bump The next time someone approaches you with palm outstretched, try a fist bump or air kiss instead. “Shaking hands may be a social expectation, but it is also an
12 Things You Should Never, Ever Buy Used
TVs It’s hard to determine how well TVs, DVD players, and other electronic devices have been cared for by their previous owners. If your plasma screen dies, it can cost thousands of dollars to
The 11 Most Clever Secret Service Code Names for U.S. Presidents
Rawhide This Secret Service code name belonged to the 40th President of the United States, Ronald Reagan. The code name was a result of his love of ranching and his appearance as an actor
10 Commonly Misused Words You Need to Stop Getting Wrong
You think it means: Clearly true or real; clearly stated Incorrect use: My boss gave a definitive no to my idea for a start-up centered around the Sprocket—a Spring Roll/Hot Pocket hybrid. The post
7 People Share the Simple Diet Tweak That Improved Their Health
“Eliminating dairy, gluten and processed-sugar solved my tummy woes.” While it might be a popular choice these days, going gluten-free isn’t for everyone. However, Avi Loren Fox, the founder of Wild Mantle, had a
15 of the Most Outrageous World Records Ever Broken
World’s biggest barbeque In 2017, the small city of Minas in Uruguay won the world record for hosting the largest barbeque. BBC News reports that 200 cooks came together and grilled over 36,000 pounds
11 Foods You’re Throwing Out Too Soon
Dried pasta If you cook and eat it after a decade, for instance, it may lose a bit of flavor, but unopened dried pasta is edible indefinitely. Here are some tips that’ll help you
13 Things Urgent Care Center Docs Won’t Tell You
Make sure you’re in the right place ER or urgent care? Always head to the ER for chest pain, severe bleeding, difficulty breathing, a neurological issue such as a seizure, or a serious head
15 Craziest Requests Shoppers Have Made in Stores
Wait, self-checkouts don’t have spell check? “I was working the self-checkout lane when a customer asked me why his onions weren’t scanning through properly. I walked over and saw that he had typed in
12 Normal Daily Habits That Secretly Mess Up Your Life
Stop: Jumping out of bed and into the shower Before getting out of bed tomorrow morning, do this: strike a pose. By assuming a pose of strength, like the “V for Victory” position with
Dr Hutch: The Yates twins are a science experiment waiting to happen
Simon and Adam Yates need to be recognised for their honesty in admitting that there are two of them, says Dr Hutch Simon and Adam Yates need to be recognised for their honesty in
الخميس، 29 مارس 2018
13 April Fool’s Pranks That Went Horribly Wrong
The very first April Fool’s Day Some historians believe the day originated in 1582 when France switched over to the Gregorian calendar, which changed New Year’s Day from April 1 to January 1. Back
I Found Out One of My Ancestors Was a Murderer
Most families have skeletons lurking in the closet. The real question is, what do we do with them? Do we hide them from others, or do we fess up, accept prior transgressions and
11 McDonald’s Menu Items That Totally Failed
McLobster McDonald’s tried its hand at a fancy seafood offering in 1993. The McLobster was a heap of lobster and lettuce in a bun, complete with “lobster sauce.” As the picture makes clear, the
The Epic Star Wars Experience That Just Might Top Every Single One of the Films
I waited 40 years for this moment. That’s how long it’s been since I first sat in a movie theater and I was transported to a long time ago in a galaxy far, far
6 Hidden Muscles That Are Causing You Pain
The deal with hidden muscle pain Sore and not sure why? Your pain may be rooted in problems with unsung and underlying muscles you’ve probably never heard of. “Minor muscles enable large muscles to
15 Signs Your Upper Abdominal Pain May Be an Emergency
If it’s accompanied by sweating “Pain associated with sweating is always an indication of something bad,” says Cwanza A. Pinckney, MD, an emergency physician at CHI St. Luke’s Hospital in Houston, Texas. “Sweating is
27 Instant Fixes for All Those Nagging Problems Around Your House
Cleaner Clothes Water coming from the cold water tap can be pretty chilly during the winter (or year-round if you have a well). According to washing machine manufacturers, if the water is colder than
Top Airbnb Rentals Under $100 in All 50 States
Alabama: A cottage near Huntsville This bright and airy 100-year-old cottage just 15 miles from Huntsville is the perfect romantic spot for two. The Winchester Manor has many charming details like a courtyard, antique