Setting out on a mission to eat healthier starts with creating goals and working to achieve them with those you love. To help make nutritious eating more manageable, call together your family and work with one another to create a menu everyone can enjoy while staying on track. Connecting an array of recipes that all […]
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Thinking of Going Vegan? Here’s How to Get Started
Following a vegan diet doesn’t just reduce one’s impact on the environment, it’s associated with a range of health benefits, making it no surprise that a plant-based food movement is on the rise. “With more than 100,000 internet searches per month for ‘vegan recipes’ and ‘vegetarian recipes,’ it’s clear there is high demand for plant-based […]
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Purchasing a Portable AC? Keep These Tips in Mind
If you’re planning to buy a portable AC unit to beat the summer heat, you may want to do a little homework to avoid enticing promises and clever marketing tactics that don’t deliver. Here’s how to be a savvy shopper: Ratings: Be aware that a higher advertised BTU rating doesn’t always guarantee a cooler paradise. […]
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Recipe for Grilled Sweet Potato and Blueberry Salad
Get out of the kitchen and head outdoors this summer for fresh, delicious meals that call for lighting the grill and relaxing in the warmth of the season. Take some of your favorite courses — like salads, for instance — to the next level by adding grilled ingredients for that perfect bit of char. This […]
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Plumbing the Most Common Home Repair in Washington
Owning a home comes with many advantages: and a space to call your own no annoying landlords, but the responsibility of maintaining a home can quickly become overwhelming when unexpected repairs arise. A recent survey of Americans across the country by All Star Home found that 1 in 4 homeowners can’t afford an emergency repair […]
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Recipes for Vegan Brownies with a Sweet, Simple Sugar Swap
The next time a healthy conscience keeps you from enjoying that sweet treat you’re craving, remember that making healthy swaps is all it takes to make those favorite desserts a little better for you. These vegan brownies, for example, are perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a sweet they can enjoy without ditching healthy eating […]
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Keep Your Houseplants Safe from Cats
Growing houseplants when curious cats are in the house can be challenging. We want our cats to be safe and happy while keeping our houseplants intact. You can accomplish both with a few simple strategies. Boost indoor gardening success by selecting plants suited to your home’s growing conditions and gardening style. Then be sure to remove […]
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How to Keep Up and Maintain a New Vehicle
Maintaining a vehicle is important to ensure that it runs well and lasts for a long time. With the right steps, you can keep your car running well and get more years out of it by having it repaired in the proper order. Keeping up with vehicles can be challenging as they require regular service. […]
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Recipe for Yellowfin Tuna and Artichoke Pasta
If you and your loved ones yearn for new, stimulating experiences to feel connected to the outdoors, look no further than enjoying mealtime al fresco. Inspired by the Mediterranean tradition of “eating in the open air,” al fresco dining offers passionate home cooks a fresh way to enjoy their favorite recipes outside with friends and […]