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What to Do If You Lose Your Credit Card First off, don’t panic—losing your card doesn’t necessarily mean it’s been stolen. “Start by putting a freeze on your credit card,” says Sara Rathner, a credit card expert with Nerdwallet. “That means no new charges can be added to your card, but it can still make recurring charges.” In other words, your Netflix subscription won’t be interrupted if you’re waiting for your card to turn up between the couch cushions at home, or in the wristlet you took to a restaurant last night....

It’s important to remember that your ideal credit score depends on your personal situation. Some of these factors include, “Socioeconomic standing, systemic issues that may contribute, the type of jobs you have and can get, how likely lenders are to deal with you,” says Jake Hill, CEO of Debt Hammer, an online platform that helps people get out of debt. The general rules of thumb for keeping a good credit score are paying your statement every month, only applying for credit when you need it, and having low credit utilization, which means only using a small percentage of your total credit limit according to Matt Frankel, a certified financial planner and credit card expert with The Ascent....

You may have seen the claim that 60% of skincare products absorbs into your bloodstream—and only takes 26 seconds to get there. However, these are just a couple of the oft-cited stats that have recently gained popularity, despite not being scientifically backed. To finally set the record straight and eliminate misinformation, we turned to cosmetic chemists, dermatologists, and skincare experts. Keep reading for their insights into how the skin functions, and what really happens once skincare products are applied....

“Mushrooms, in general, are thought to work with the skin’s natural renewal processes,” explains Hadley King, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. White truffles, in particular, tout unique properties that make them even more beneficial for addressing a host of different complexion (and, more specifically, age-related) concerns. “White truffles contain a variety of bioactive compounds, including fatty acids, amino acids, vitamin C, and other antioxidants,” says Joshua Zeichner, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City....

This rendition is the one to make your go-to, thanks to streamlined steps and a spot-on flavor combination. You’ll start by boiling the cauliflower until just tender (get the oven mitts out for this step), which allows the salted water to season from the inside, and then roast evenly in the oven. You’ll add grapes and planks of feta to the baking sheet, which bring sweet and salty depth to the dish....

This sleeping arrangement might sound crazy at first, but if you’ve ever had a sleepless night because of your partner, it makes sense—and other couples have latched onto it. Snoring, tossing and turning, blanket hogging, temperature differences are all common complaints among couples who sleep in the same bed. According to a OnePoll survey for Slumber Cloud, 12 percent of American couples have filed for a sleep divorce, and 30 percent have discussed it....

Whether it’s a smelly dishwasher, mysterious shower drain smells, pets, kids, or even unwanted moisture, many side effects of everyday life can fill your home with a less-than-pleasant scent. If you can’t figure out where that ghastly odor is coming from, check these likely causes. You might find the culprit where you least expect it. Trash Can This one seems obvious—garbage stinks, after all. Little spills and crumbs can build up over time and form bad odors inside your can even if you empty it regularly....

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“The Daily Value (DV) for iron is 18 milligrams,” explains Sydney Spiewak, MS, RDN, CDN, a Connecticut-based clinical dietitian. To best understand the importance of eating iron-rich foods, she says we need to define the two types of iron: heme​ and ​non-heme​. ​ “Heme ​iron is found in animal meats and seafood, and is ​the form of iron that is most readily absorbed by the body,” she explains. “Non-heme​ iron is found in plant-based foods, as​ opposed to meat....

As a mom of two, I’ve been through this saga twice now. Yes, twice. I didn’t get to reuse much of my maternity wear from my first pregnancy (since my first was born in March) so I needed mostly fall and winter clothes. On the other hand, my second was born in October, so I had to buy summer stuff too. But like any good mom, I’m here to pass on my hard-earned wisdom (read: so many returns) to you....

Here are some of our favorite kids subscription boxes—did we mention that they make good gifts, too? Best Clothing Box: Stitch Fix Kids Best Box for Creativity: Kiwi Crate Best STEM Box: Mel Kids STEM Box Best Craft Box: Cratejoy’s We Craft Box Best Box for Babies: Lovevery The Play Kit Best Box for Girls: Cratejoy’s Girls Can! Crate Best Computer Science Box: Bitsbox Best Box for Baking Recipes and Mixes: Foodstirs Best Toy Box: Toy Box Monthly Box Best Box for Geography: Little Passports Best Book Box: Prime Book Box...

“I just thought, if I am redoing it, I am going to make it as easy as possible to clean,” says Downes, who through her work knows all too well how bad design can make things harder to clean. Every choice Downes made was informed by future cleanability: A floating cavity replaced the previous cabinet that created a crevice that gathered dust and hair; tiny mosaic floor tiles were replaced by the largest tile Downes could find on a mesh back; wall tiles got supersized to four-by-eight inches to eliminate grout lines and extended to the whole room to protect the walls from splashes; and even the traditional toilet was jettisoned for a fully-skirted model, which was harder to install, but much easier to scrub....

Get the recipe: Plain Fluffy Couscous Get the recipe: Toasted Israeli Couscous With Corn and Herbs Get the recipe: Swiss Chard With Chickpeas and Couscous Get the recipe: Moroccan Couscous Salad Get the recipe: Cauliflower and Chickpea Stew With Couscous Get the recipe: Chicken Stew With Couscous, Spinach, and Parmesan Get the recipe: Chicken Thighs With Couscous and Olives Get the recipe: Chicken Skewers With Almond Couscous and Kale Get the recipe: Five-Spice Steak With Couscous Get the recipe: Beef Koftas with Toasted Couscous Get the recipe: Spiced Mini Burgers With Couscous Salad Get the recipe: Seared Salmon with Israeli Couscous Get the recipe: Moroccan Spicy-Sweet Tofu With Couscous Get the recipe: Lemon-Pepper Tofu With Apricot-Chickpea Salsa and Couscous

Learning how to deal with anxiety or fight depression takes daily effort, particularly if outside factors exacerbate your anxiety or depression (or both). However, with a slight change of perspective, these sayings could quiet your mind or remind you that what you’re feeling is normal and not permanent. These quotes can be used for yourself, shared on social media, sent to a friend, or used on a letterboard as a more permanent reminder that managing your thoughts can help manage your mood....

Kebabs are a great summer food option because they’re light, fresh, and traditionally grilled. Because the main course—the humble kebab—is on the lighter side, you want your kebab sides to be light, too. That’s why we’ve chosen salads, couscous, and more dishes that bring plenty of flavor and fresh ingredients without feeling heavy to pair with a kebab dinner. Whether you’re craving veggies, a nice salad, or something a little more hearty—but never heavy—there’s a great, easy side dish for kebabs here for you....

In addition to feasting and gathering family members (or friends for Friendsgiving) from every corner of the country, many Thanksgiving traditions include some form of expressing gratitude—this holiday is a day for giving thanks, after all. Whether your Turkey Day crew is the type to go one-by-one around the table to share what each person is thankful for or you pull out the Thanksgiving conversation starters, you’ve probably been doing at least some reflection of your own on what you feel thankful for....

For a year like the one we’ve all just been through, we need a different kind of holiday card. One that lets us get a little too real, with our overgrown quarantine hair, drive-by birthday parties, toilet paper hoarding and sourdough baking. One that expresses just how much we all miss each other, now that staying physically apart is the best way to show that we care. If you’re looking for that kind of holiday card, you’re in luck....

Why We Switched to DISH Network A couple of months ago my family switched over to DISH Network, mainly for the ability to watch our shows when we travel with the DISH Anywhere app. We travel a lot and have been using DISH Anywhere on all of those trips. I had heard good things about DISH before switching over from our previous network, but I had no idea how awesome it really was....