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Many people discard food once it passes the printed expiration date, believing it’s no longer safe to eat. However, most of these dates refer to quality rather than safety. According to the USDA, with the exception of infant formula, expiration dates are not federally required and don’t necessarily indicate that food is spoiled. Many items…

The image you’ve shared shows vertical ridges (also called longitudinal ridging) and brittle or splitting nails, which can be signs of several underlying health conditions or nutritional deficiencies. Here’s what these nail changes might indicate: Vertical Ridges Common with aging – usually harmless if no other symptoms are present. Possible nutrient deficiencies, such as: Iron…

As winter is here and summer not long until it arrives, and we’re all eager to soak up the sun. However, for many, the arrival of warmer weather brings with it the unwelcome return of eczema flare-ups. Among the various types of eczema, dyshidrotic eczema can be particularly troublesome, causing those pesky, itchy blisters to…

5 Warning Signs of Colon Cancer You Shouldn’t Ignore When TikToker Radwah Oda revealed her colon cancer diagnosis, her goal was to help others catch the signs she once ignored. Though often linked to older adults, colon cancer can affect anyone—and early symptoms are easy to dismiss.4. Abdominal Pain Radwah shared that she dismissed her…

Skin irritation in the groin area is a widespread concern that can affect people of all genders and ages. The groin is a warm, moist, and often confined environment, which makes it a prime area for various dermatological issues. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and safe treatments of these conditions is essential for maintaining good hygiene…

When building a fence between properties, many homeowners focus on practical needs such as defining boundaries, ensuring privacy, or increasing security. However, there’s a lesser-known but important guideline to consider: the more attractive, “finished” side of the fence should face your neighbor. This simple act of courtesy can have lasting positive effects on relationships, legal…

I did pin curls every night during highschool….was better than the dang curling iron I have to use nowadays.Stayed with Aunt on Saturday nites so. Could go to church with her. Cousin pin curled my every sat. Looked like an Afro before that was a thing! 😁 How about spoolies anyone ! 🤔???? And those…

Mia never expected her husband’s sudden interest in homeschooling their daughter Lily to unravel everything she thought she knew. It started at a dinner party when Ben passionately declared he wanted Lily to learn through art and nature instead of rigid school systems. Mia was surprised—just weeks earlier, he’d been researching elite private schools—but his…

On Friday, the world sadly lost a beloved actor and animal lover, Dan Haggerty. Known for his iconic role as the gentle mountain man in “The Life and Times of Grizzly Adams,” Haggerty captured the hearts of audiences with his impressive beard and his bear companion, Ben. He passed away at the age of 73…

Our personality is our strongest asset. The traits we possess not only help shape the connections we make with those around us, but also affect the ways we face challenges and express ourselves. However, just like the strengths we possess, we also have flaws—those tiny imperfections that make us human. Accepting our virtues and flaws…