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The good news? Drinking grapefruit juice also reaps healthy benefits—as long as it’s 100% real grapefruit juice. Fun fact: Grapefruit juice is considered one of the most nutrient-dense juices compared to other non-fortified, 100% juices. Grapefruit (and 100% grapefruit juice) are nutrient-rich options that can help you achieve the recommended 2 cups of fruit per day, says Mary Waddill, MS, RD, a registered dietitian and product compliance and nutrition analyst with Whole Foods Market based in Austin, Texas....

This delicious dish keeps well, too, so you can whip it up for dinner tonight and then enjoy leftovers for breakfast or lunch. Be sure to pull it from the oven when it’s just barely done (it should be lightly browned and puffed), as the hot pan will continue to cook it as it cools. Serving a vegetarian? Swap the bacon for sautéed mushrooms.

Research shows that nearly half of U.S. workers are considering switching jobs in pursuit of a better work-life balance, which could potentially uproot the workforce. Throughout the pandemic, numerous corporations, like Adobe and Twitter, have also announced permanent remote work structures to accommodate changing needs. Other companies, like Kickstarter, are piloting four-day work weeks to test productivity. “People’s expectations about the roles of work and life are changing,” says Lauren Pasquarella Daley, PhD and vice president of Women and the Future of Work at think tank Catalyst....

We hate to be seen as skeptics, but this alt milk is sounding borderline too-good-to-be-true. Seriously, try it for yourself and see if you also find yourself wondering, “How healthy is oat milk, really?” Ashley Koff, a Registered Dietician and CEO of the Better Nutrition Program (and consultant for Califia Farms), helped us answer this question. Long story short, we have good news. How does oat milk compare to whole milk nutritionally?...

Exactly How Much to Tip Your Hairdresser When it comes to tipping your hairstylist, always go with the golden rule of 20 percent, says Daniel Post, spokesperson for the Emily Post Institute. “Remember that just like servers in restaurants, hairdressers depend on tips as part of their income,” he says. The only time this isn’t true is during the holiday season: Tip your hairdresser a little extra around the holidays (an additional 10 percent should do it) as a generous bonus....

“The moving crew, who is not making a lot of money to begin with, does have a general expectation that they will get tipped,” says Mike Keaton, spokesperson for the American Moving and Storage Association. And you should feel good about tipping your movers. “These are people who you are trusting with your possessions, not to mention that lifting heavy furniture and boxes is really hard work,” Keaton says. “If you think they did a good job, a tip is a lovely gesture to thank them and reward them....

There’s been no time in recent history when we’ve been more concerned with our immunity and fending off disease than during COVID-19. And as it turns out, getting moving might play a significant role in helping to support the immune system and fend off illness. We tapped a duo of experts to get the lowdown on how exercise affects our immune systems (and why getting in your daily sweat session might even help your body respond better to the COVID-19 vaccination)....

The Importance of Moisturizer Your skincare routine consists of the following trinity holy grail: a cleanser, sunscreen, and moisturizer. While serums and retinols and other skincare treatments are worthwhile additions, it’s truly these three core products that lay the foundation for beautiful and healthy skin. “Moisturizers are designed to hydrate the skin and support the skin barrier while also working to soften and smooth the skin,” says Marisa Garshick, M.D., board-certified dermatologist....

Despite your being blood relatives, a range of factors can cause political arguments between family members, including generational divides, personality types, varying levels of education, and personal political opinions. And these days, these can be dangerous waters to navigate at a family dinner or event. From an etiquette standpoint, politics have no place at the table. “Tradition would dictate you don’t speak about politics at the table,” says Elaine Swann, an etiquette expert and CEO of her own lifestyle and coaching company....

“I can’t stress enough how important it is to clean your makeup brushes,” says Jillian Dempsey, a celebrity and editorial makeup artist who’s worked with Emilia Clarke, Kristen Stewart, and Julia Roberts, among others. “They accumulate bacteria, oil, and dead skin cells, which will clog your pores and also cause breakouts. Not to mention, leaving your brushes in bad form means they’re unable to perform as well as they would if cleaned and fresh....

How to Clean Water Stains From Fabric If you discover what appears to be water stains on the hems of washable clothes, curtains, or bedding, treat the stains with a bit of laundry stain remover and wash as usual. Follow these steps from Natalie Barrett, a cleaning professional and quality supervisor at Nifty Cleaning Services in Australia, to remove water stains from upholstery. What You’ll Need Distilled white vinegarWhite lint-free clothsSmall glass or plastic bowlPaper towelsHeavy books or objectsHandheld hair dryer...

“I’ve always said that if you don’t like tofu, you’re making it wrong,” says Ashley Hankins, the vegan recipe developer, photographer, and content creator behind Eat Figs Not Pigs and soon-to-be-released book, Make It Vegan: From Quick & Easy to Deep Fried & Delicious. “I get it—I want to be completely clear with the fact that I am the last person in the world that ever thought I would adopt a fully vegan diet....

Reader question: I have clogged pores around my mouth and chin, and my skin feels really tight. Do you have any suggestions? — Jacki Pauley I have some good news and bad news. I’ll start with the bad: Based on your symptoms (clogged pores and tightness), it sounds like you have congested skin. The good news: It hasn’t turned into acne—yet—so long as you clear up those blockages. What causes congested skin, exactly?...

What is ingrown hair, anyway? As hair grows, it’s supposed to leave its follicle (the area that surrounds the root) and exit the skin, growing straight up and out. But in the case of an ingrown, the hair gets all turned around and grows back into the skin. “When a hair reenters or gets trapped under the skin, you end up with an ingrown,” says Dr. Devika Icecreamwala, a dermatologist in Berkeley, CA....

The allure of a murder mystery party? It’s all about the drama. Guests get to dress up and pretend to be someone else in an alternate world for a few hours. The easiest way to organize a murder mystery is to hire someone who does it for a living. So we asked two such professionals how to go about using their services. Here’s how to host an unforgettable night with loved ones....

I’m neat. Correction: fanatically tidy. My husband, on the other hand, is a human typhoon who leaves a trail of debris in his wake. If it were up to me, I’d live in a pristine, minimalist dwelling. Tom claims he thrives in mess and finds comfort in his piles of periodicals and papers. He drops his clothes on the floor wherever he happens to take them off. Meanwhile, I get physically uncomfortable if our small Brooklyn apartment is the least bit out of order....