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A quick and healthy breakfast can take just a handful of minutes, be made the night before, or even a few days in advance. There’s no need to flip omelets or bake fresh granola in the name of healthful meals every morning. Instead, build a healthy breakfast menu for your week from this collection of easy breakfast ideas. As you’ll see, many healthy breakfast ideas can be speedy and quite tasty....

As the mom of boys, I don’t typically get to do the princess thing. I remember being totally thrilled when my niece came to Disney World with us because it meant I finally could try out the princess Disney character dining that my boys had no desire to do! We typically end up doing things like Jedi training and superhero games instead. But I love Disney princesses and all that they stand for – kindness, bravery, going after their dreams, etc....

But after the holidays are over, then what? It’s heartbreaking to toss them, but also seems pointless to store them. Many of these cards feature the dear faces of family and friends and their kids, after all. Though this particular holiday season may lack traditional family gatherings, these three creative crafts from experts using recycled holiday card photos will help to keep ties strong with those we love but perhaps can’t be with....

“One of the most common functional deformities is hyper-pronation, or flat foot, which is known to cause many conditions like bunions, hammer toe, and plantar fasciitis,” says Los Angeles–based podiatrist Albert A. Nejat, DPM, FACFAS. “Stretching the feet, but mainly the calves and hamstrings, can be very beneficial in reducing hyper-pronation and other issues.” Since movement and stretches are one of the best ways to soothe stiff, sore feet, try doing these quick foot and toe stretching exercises about three times every day to keep them healthy....

Designer Raili Clasen had to answer that question as she worked on the basement in the 2021 Real Simple Home, and the results are a showcase of her expansive imagination. It starts with the two-toned green walls. “Playful hits of color and the painted half wall were a great starting point for the design,” she says. Within this palette, Clasen then fit in a gym, a living area, a game room, and a storage closet to maximize every inch....

Not to worry! You can come up with some very cool last-minute Halloween costumes using stuff you probably already have in your closet—with a quick trip to your craft stash for a few basic supplies. Bonus: Waiting until the last minute could get you a cheap Halloween costume idea that’s still incredibly cute—and may still net you a top prize at your Halloween party. Simply wear a rose-hued shirt, give yourself a name tag that displays any name but “Rose” (we’re partial to “Violet” or even “Lily”), and tote a few roses along for the night....

Well, not just any tights. I’d estimate that I’ve tried more than 100 pairs of tights over the years—the market is saturated with all of the options you could imagine. Because of how vital hosiery is to my wardrobe, I think of a pair of tights as an important part of every outfit. When I opt for a lacy patterned pair to wear with a plain black slip dress, the tights actually are the outfit....

Trifle Homemade trifle is as impressive and delicious as it is forgiving. Simply combine bite-sized bits of leftover cake with layers of custard, whipped cream, fresh fruit, pudding, jam, sprinkles, and so on. Make one large trifle in a clear bowl with straight sides or assemble individual ones in mason jars. Match the flavor of your cake with the other ingredients: Layer rich chocolate cake with pitted cherries, chocolate chunks, and whipped cream; key lime pie with coconut flakes and fresh mango; or banana cake with cream cheese frosting, walnuts, and chunks of fresh banana....

General Bird-Roasting Tips “The first rule of any bird is to buy fresh and not frozen. It will make a world of difference in flavor and moisture retention,” states Grosser. The second important step in the perfect bird is a good brine. “I suggest brining as the best way to season your meat and help maintain a very moist and juicy finished product. Salt actually opens up the cells in proteins and allows for more moisture to be absorbed making for juicer meat....

Names like Tru Earth, Earth Breeze, Earth Hero, Net Zero, Dropps, and BioKleen are just some of the companies vying for consumer attention. And the offerings and value propositions of these more recent entrants are exciting for people wanting to do their part to save the planet without busting their budgets. Not only are these companies reducing the plastic pollution associated with laundry routines, they are also reducing the carbon footprint associated with the industry and baking charitable environmental initiatives into their business models....

RELATED: Here’s How to Shop Safely During the Coronavirus Outbreak It’s also a good idea to invest in a UV light machine, which has been proven to kill the coronavirus. Phonesoap ($80; phonesoap.com) uses scientifically proven germicidal UV-C bulbs to sanitize your entire phone. Coral UV 3-in-1 Sanitizer ($169; coraluv.com) is big enough to fit all your belongings and blast them together in one run. If you opt for this method, Purikh advises exposing your belongings to at least 30 minutes of UV light....

Yes, there are certainly benefits of not having to report to the office (less chaotic mornings!), but when you’re a new hire trying to learn the ropes, make a stellar impression, and prove yourself—the lack of water coolers and true face-time makes settling in particularly tricky. How are you going to strike up a casual conversation, build relationships with colleagues, or present an idea in a brainstorm? Who do you go to if you have an HR-related question?...

For example, let your beautifully wrapped presents serve as decorations until they’re ripped open on Christmas morning, or consider hanging holiday cards from your stair banister to add a pop of color and cheer. Add some elegant Christmas trees to your repertoire of decorations, or create an edible version to sweeten your entryway. Using our simple ideas as inspiration, we’ll show you how to procure what’s already around your house to customize a festive look this Christmas....

While there are thousands of tote bags available in stores, it can be difficult to find one that is equal parts fashionable and functional. So to help you find the best options out there, I tested multiple tote bags to see which ones live up to the hype—and which ones don’t. During my search, I tried over 20 different bags but managed to find just seven sturdy totes that are not only built to last, but are also stylish enough to wear practically anywhere....

I was provided with free meals and experiences by Disney in exchange for this post. All opinions and thoughts are 100% honest and my own. The Best Places to Eat at Disney World? Do you know how many Disney World restaurants there are across the parks, resorts, and Disney Springs? I don’t, but I know there are a ton. Most of the time when I’m at Disney World, we eat at one of the restaurants that offers Disney character dining meals because we’re there with my kids....