How to Keep a Swimsuit Clean Without Damaging It
With swimming season now upon us, you may find yourself wondering (as you did last summer, and the summer before that): Is there a right way to wash these swimsuits…
The Best Ways to Combat Hard Water (and Why You Need To)
Chances are you don’t think too hard about the water in your life. It’s easy to take it for granted, and when it comes to water quality, most people will…
What Magnesium Supplements Can Actually Do
Spend too much time in certain social media circles, and you may get the impression that a magnesium supplement is a wonder pill that can cure just about any ailment.…
The Easiest Way to Destink Your Smelly Sink Drain
Photo: volodimir bazyuk (Shutterstock) There are many things that can smell gross in your home, but a stinky sink drain is one of the worst. It lingers at the corner…
11 Surprising Household Uses for Boiling Water
Photo: New Africa (Shutterstock) For the most part, when we tell you about the unexpected household uses for everyday objects, you just use them as they are. Hairspray, vodka, Windex—they’re…
You’re Letting Your Faucets Drip Wrong in Winter
Photo: Chuchawan (Shutterstock) Any time there’s a cold snap, my brother races madly around his house until just about every faucet in the place dripping. We all abide by this…
Does Supplemental Oxygen Really Help You Recover From a Workout Faster?
Photo: Rosemarie Mosteller (Shutterstock) In my experience, anyone who engages in competitive athletics of any kind will gladly eat, drink, or wear anything that will ethically enhance their performance. Runners…
How to Tell If You Have Water Poisoning
Photo: 7ciJvxpn-w2gZu (Shutterstock) It’s not news that drinking water is very important. There’s been plenty written on how to determine the amount you should be drinking every day and then…
How to Build a Fire Pit (Without Burning Down the Neighborhood)
Photo: Patrick Hatt (Shutterstock) A fire pit is a welcoming addition to any backyard. It can become a central gathering point and can extend the warm season by keeping you…
How to Clean That White Residue From Your Terracotta Pots
Photo: jax10289 (Shutterstock) When deciding what type of container is best for growing your plants, you’ve probably at least considered traditional unglazed terracotta pots. They’ve long been a staple of…