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Maybe cereal, eggs or oatmeal don’t sound good for breakfast but you can mix it up with that first meal of the day. Try leftover veggie pizza or peanut butter and sliced bananas on whole wheat toast. Or roll up a tortilla with sliced turkey, lettuce and low-fat cheese for a homemade grab-and-go breakfast. Source Link 

There are many easy and affordable ways to refresh the look and feel of your home. Small changes like replacing kitchen cabinet hardware or toilet seats, or adding motion-sensor lights can make a big impact. Upgrading your light fixtures, adding dimmer switches and installing USB charger outlets are other affordable options. Source Link

Over half of employers conduct job interviews through videoconferencing and you need to avoid these virtual pitfalls when you’re on-screen and hoping to be hired. Keep your eyes on the camera as you would maintain eye contact face-to-face and be mindful of a messy room behind you. Likewise, close any inappropriate tabs or apps that could appear when sharing your screen. Source Link

Lots of things are part of everyday life thanks to NASA. That cordless vacuum cleaner, drill or saw uses battery technology developed for the space program, along with memory foam and the sensors in your smartphone camera. And NASA research uncovered a natural source of the omega-3 fatty acid only found in breast milk that’s now used in baby formula. Source Link

There are scientific reasons why a late-night meal can add more pounds to the scale. Researchers found that when a meal is delayed by four hours and everything else stays the same, you burn fewer calories and want more food. Plus, the body’s fat tissue undergoes changes that promote weight gain. Source Link

When you’re in decluttering mode, it can be hard to decide what to keep and what to part with, so put everything to this test – is it the best, the favorite, or necessary? If something doesn’t tick at least one of those boxes it needs to go, to help you weed out multiples, items you don’t need, or those that aren’t your favorites. Source Link

Gardening can benefit your body in three ways. Growing some of your own food gives you fresh and healthy alternatives to processed food and maintaining a garden can be good exercise. And gardening has been shown to decrease stress and anxiety, especially when you’re working with others in a community garden. Source Link

You can battle spring allergies with some unique weapons. The herb butterbur is a natural antihistamine. Green tea can reduce sneezing and itchy eyes, and spicy food can help clear nasal congestion. Or add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to a bowl of steaming water to breathe in a natural remedy for allergies caused by inflammation. Source Link

Anxiety can hit right when you’re ready for bed, and you can keep those worrying thoughts from ruining a good night’s sleep. Cut off caffeine consumption at least five hours before bed and try getting rid of your worries by putting them down on paper with journaling. And give yourself something to look forward to in the morning, like a nice breakfast, a walk or a favorite podcast. Source Link

You don’t need a closetful of them, but your feet will thank you if you don’t wear the same shoes every day. That can cause fatigue and pain because you’re always using the same areas of the foot for support and walking. Have a few pairs of comfortable shoes and rotate them throughout the week. Source Link

You can be a more-savvy spender by avoiding lures like major online shopping sites, daily deal and coupon websites, and subscription services. Shop intentionally for items you need, comparing prices across different platforms. And focus on coupons and deals for products you plan to buy rather than letting discounts dictate your spending habits. Source Link

Let’s add prolonged sitting at work to the list of things that may increase your risk of death from cardiovascular disease. Researchers say the solution is 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per day that you can break up in 10-minute sessions. Taking frequent breaks from sitting throughout the workday can also help. Source Link

For the best use of antibiotics, ask about what type is being prescribed. Some that attack a broad spectrum of disease-causing bacteria may not be necessary and could lead to drug resistance. And be sure testing has shown that an antibiotic is needed before it’s prescribed. Source Link

Some small steps could make upping your daily fiber intake easier. Start by leaving the skin on fruits and vegetables that you eat, choose fiber-rich pasta alternatives, skip juices and make smoothies instead, or try air-popped popcorn as a snack. And aim to eat at least one vegetable in every meal. Source Link 

One way to combat inflation is to shop at a warehouse store and some of those great buys don’t need a shopping cart. Prescription drugs, eye care, hearing aids, gasoline and even gift cards can have big discounts at warehouse stores that also have in-house travel agents to arrange discounted vacations including, airfare, hotels, car rentals and cruises. Source Link

Keep these “do’s” and “don’ts” in mind when updating your resume. Don’t list every job you’ve held unless it relates to the position you want and do not use cliché phrases like “hardworking” or “detail-oriented.” But do explain any gaps in your work history that might be a red flag for would-be employers. Source Link

Sitting could be a way to reduce high blood pressure, but your butt won’t touch a chair or the floor. With a wall sit you lean your back against a wall and lower until you’re in a sitting position. Holding a wall sit for two minutes in four reps with a two-minute break between each three times a week could lead to a meaningful reduction in blood pressure. Source Link

Tending a garden can help young kids develop healthy attitudes about food that will influence their health years later. Researchers found that kids who participated in a gardening and food education program during elementary school were more likely to eat healthier as they grew up. The test program started with three-year-old’s and continued through fifth grade. Source Link