Defrosting meat is a common kitchen task, but getting it wrong can lead to foodborne illness, poor texture, or loss of flavor. Here are 12 common mistakes people make when defrosting meat—and how to avoid them. Leaving Meat on the Counter Leaving meat to thaw at room temperature might seem like a logical way to...
You can buy just about anything from Amazon. From clothes to groceries to supplements to furniture to personalized cardboard cutouts. It also allows access to hard-to-find items. Instead of running around town trying to locate specific costumes, you can find them online. If your local stores seem to always be out of your favorite skincare...
Dry skin can occur for a number of reasons. Many people struggle with chapped lips and hands in the winter. Hot showers could also dry out the skin, especially if they are long and frequent. And some people naturally have dry skin due to genetics or aging. However, dry skin can lead to cracks that...
Some people come home from a beach vacation and notice their skin looks clear and glowy. It’s not their imagination. Unlike table salt, sea salt comes with many nutrients such as magnesium, calcium, potassium, and more. Saltwater minerals can provide certain benefits when it comes to skincare, but there are some potential downsides to keep...
Getting rid of things like an eggshell is tough because they’re not great for garbage disposal and they leave behind odor and goo in our trash cans, sinks, and floors. Here are 17 things to do with them instead. 1. Put Eggshells in the garden Interestingly, eggshells are rich in nutrients so they make a...
Many assume their freezer is excellent at keeping food perfectly frozen for long periods. Yet, even if it’s a new appliance, unexpected factors can cause your food to thaw. A woman shared a clever trick on Facebook involving a coin in a cup to determine if your food has thawed, leaving people intrigued. Food Accidentally...
Access to clean drinking water is vital for a civilization to not just survive, but to prosper. University of Cincinnati researchers discovered an ancient water filter in northern Guatemala that is far more sophisticated than thought possible for that era. (1) Ancient Water Filter Helped Mayans Thrive UC researchers found evidence of an ancient water...
Tiny homes are all the rage this year, however, this one takes the idea of off-grid, minimalist living to a whole new level. Check out this incredible tiny houseboat, fully outfitted for life on the water. Off-Grid Tiny House Boat Richard from Daigno, Quebec, Canada has hand-built himself a tiny houseboat that is a fully...
Imagine if the sun shining in through the windows could be used to power your home or business. With these new transparent solar panels, that dream could become a reality. Transparent Solar Panels for Windows The latest technology to enter the world of solar power is photovoltaic (PV) glass, also known as transparent solar panels....
While most people agree a yellow pillow is a sign of comfort, others find it unsavory. As such, a man has started a massive debate on X, formerly Twitter, and the responses are hilarious. Viral Yellow Pillow Post Cam posted on X a hilarious picture with the caption: “My girlfriend is mad at me because...
Have you ever gone camping or spent a night in a national park and thought “I wish I could wake up here every day”? Charles Bello and his late wife Vanna Rae had that dream too – and they ran with it. Now more than 50 years later, Charles is still living that dream. A...
Were you surprised when you found out that coca cola (dearly known as coke) can be used to clean the toilet!? Yuck! I know! The good news though, is that we can use easy to find ingredients to clean toilet bowls without the use of store-bought bleaches, and clean them just as thoroughly, if not better. Below...