‘I’m a Chef, and This Is the One Time-Saving Cooking Tool I Can’t Live Without’

Experts in This Article Maori Murota is a Japanese cookbook author. Basically, it does it all. So, what makes this simple cooking tool one of her absolute musts? After all, dont we all want toeatand cooklike some of the longest-living people in the world? I thought about many things, but if I have to choose one, itshashi, says Murota. These two sticks of bamboo or wood can do anything. Maori Murota is a Japanese cookbook author....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 363 words · Andrew Miles

‘I’m a Chiropractor and These Are the 11 Products I Tell All My Patients Who Have Chronic Back Pain To Buy Before Flying’

Want To Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Calming, Boho-Chic Escape (Um, Yes)? On long-haul flights in economy seats (which weirdly seem to be getting smaller?) Anjali Agrawal, a chiropractor and nutritionist based in the Bay Area. Avoid crossing your legs, as it can strain your back. She says youll also want to tuck a pillow behind your back if your feet arent supported. Aim to take a walk down the aisle andstretchyour back every 20-30 minutes if possible....

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 468 words · Mark Harris

‘I’m a Chiropractor, and These Are the 5 Easiest Ways To Get Better Sleep Without Replacing Your Mattress’

You don’t need to spend big bucks on replacing your mattress. These easy ways to sleep better are affordable and chiropractor-approved. Try an Unexpected Technique a Sleep Doctor Swears By What Is Sleep Hygiene, Exactly? For some people, abrand-new mattressis the only ticket to dreamland. But its not the only way to get quality shut-eye. When you lay in your favorite sleeping position, your whole body should be supported. chiropractor and the manager of auditing and quality forThe Joint Chiropractic...

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 408 words · Nicholas Santana

‘I’m a Cleaning Expert, and I’m Begging You to Replace These 8 Bathroom Items ASAP’

(Dont feel bad, youre not alone.) Prepare to be skeeved out by their list of top offenders. Your toothbrush All the experts we chatted with put toothbrushes at the top of their list. What to do:Get yourself a new toothbrushevery time a new season rolls around. Toothbrushes should be replaced every three to four months, Livingstone says. (TheAmerican Dental Associationagrees, BTW.) cleaning expert atHome Spritz And if youve got an electric toothbrush that allows you to swap out the brush head?...

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 453 words · Jason Daniels

‘I’m a Cleaning Expert, and These Are the 10 Office Items You Should Be Cleaning Way More Often’

But what about your office space? Newsflash: Its a total germ fest in there, too. Luckily, it is possible to stop the spread of office germs. Long story short, its time to give those office essentials a proper cleaning. Here, experts share which items are the germiest and how often you better break out the cleaning supplies. First things first, whats the difference between cleaning and disinfecting? director of the Environment, Exposure Science, and Risk Assessment Center at the University of Arizona...

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 455 words · Daniel Stein

‘I’m a Clinical RD—Here’s How Skipping Meals Takes a Major Toll on Your Mental Health’

Routinely forget to step away from your desk for a proper lunch break? What happens to your body when youre skipping meals regularly? (Personally, Im prone tointense hangerthat dissipates upon my first bite of a yummy, long-awaited nosh.) For starters, Pereira reminds us that food isamong many othergloriousthingsfuel. Your digestive function can also take a hit. Perhaps you experience this in the form ofcomfort eatingor, on the flipside, skipping meals when youre overwhelmed....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Laurie Miller

‘I’m a Coffee Expert, and This Is Why You Should Grind Your Beans With a Burr Grinder’

3: The Future of Processed Foods Our editors independently select these products. My reply was simple: Whats that? Thats because, unlike conventional blade grinders, burr grinders allow for a smoother, more even grind. Other grinders produce different particle sizes, resulting in less consistency and less balance of flavor. Just choose the product below and more details will pop up in a new window. Hit add to cart and voila! director of coffee, Partners Coffee...

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 372 words · William Martinez

‘I’m a Cosmetic Chemist, and This Is What Everyone Should Know About Mold in Their ‘Clean’ Beauty Products’

So we asked experts to weigh in on it all. Keep reading for what they have to say. Why would mold appear in a beauty product? The truth is, mold spores are just about everywhere. Now, consider your beauty products, which are often repeatedly exposed to bacteria. While applying makeup and skin-care products, they naturally come in contact with our fingers and skin. clean cosmetic chemist and founder ofKKT Consultants...

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 283 words · Jessica Randall

‘I’m a Curandera, and Here Are 4 Ways I Shake Off Unwanted Energy by Moving the Winds’

Moving the winds means getting rid of unwanted vibes. Here, learn four ways to do that, according to a curandera, or Mexican healer. Moreno says she learned how to move the winds with a curandero she studied under in Mexico. Moving the winds means getting rid of negative feelings or energy. To be in a wind means that theres something preventing you from operating as you normally would. Maybe thats because you had a weird conversation with your boss or are feeling badly about making a mistake....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 254 words · Tom Riley

‘I’m a Curator at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and This Is How I Care for Its 5,000 Rose Bushes’

Caring for roses isn’t difficult. Theres a place in every garden for a rose. Caring for roses isnt too difficult. People are terrified of roses, I think because they have a history of being disease-prone, says Wallace. And people just dont know how to prune them. But honestly, I think theyre very easy to take care of. rosarian (expert rose gardener) and curator of the Cranford Rose Garden in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden...

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 465 words · Jennifer Lee

‘I’m a Dentist, and Here’s Which TikTok Oral Health Trends Are Legit (and Which Are Totally Bogus)’

Ever wondered how to reverse a cavity? Some are even claiming its possible to reverse a cavity on your own. But are these trends legit, or total bogus? And can you actually reverse a cavity with them? We talked to three dentists to find out. It involves swishing an oillikesunflower seed oilor coconut oilaround in your mouth. assistant clinical professor at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine This natural alternative to mouthwash has beentrending on TikTok, but is there any validity behind it?...

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 609 words · Jessica Tate

‘I’m a Dentist, and This Is the Best Floss for Sensitive Gums’

The plaque should be removed from all surfacesespecially between the teeth, or interdental area. A gum-friendly floss, of course. That said, there are some tried-and-true gentler options your dentist might recommend. These devices use a stream of water to gently clean between your teeth and massage gums. Flat floss opposed to twisted floss is also preferred. Are there certain types of floss that people with sensitive gums should steer clear of?...

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 220 words · Sharon Stephenson

‘I’m a Dermatologist and a Mom of 3—Here Are the Methods I Swear By for Soothing Eczema in Babies’

Eczema in babies can be tricky, but it is totally manageable. Here’s how to handle it at home according to a dermatologist and mom of three. Even thoughonly one in thirteen adults experiences eczema, one in five babies has it. So getting on top of your babys eczema is key. Heres how to soothe and treat eczema in babies 1. And double-check to keep the bath time short. board-certified dermatologist atMedical Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgeryin New York...

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 311 words · Kevin Padilla