In tropical countries like Indonesia and the Philippines, people are so used to showering at least two times a day. From a young age, they’ve been constantly reminded by their elders never to let a day pass without taking a shower, especially in the dry season. But they were also warned not to shower at […]
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Beyond the bubble milk teas popular among youngsters, there is a wealth of goodness in the traditional tea drink. What ends up in the bubble tea is already diluted, with too much milk and sugar added. But if only young people learn the benefits of tea, they might be enticed to drink the traditional one
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Theft and break-ins happen when you least expect them. That said, you don’t have to leave your property vulnerable. Follow these simple tips to keep intruders away from your home. Set Up CCTV systems Setting up CCTV cameras in strategic locations around your property can prevent unauthorized entry. If a crime is committed, cameras can give you
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Decisions that come alongside when having a baby are limitless. Although some can be daunting, many online resources can provide you with the help you need; and one of them is building a nursery for your little one. Nothing’s more exciting than preparing your soon-to-arrive baby’s nursery. But before starting your nursery project at home,
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DIY repair and maintenance save you money. American Family Insurance recommends, based on their studying the market, that homeowners follow “The 1% Rule.” Set aside 1% of your home’s purchase price every year for maintenance and repair costs. With the average home price in the U.S. at $226,000, that’s $2,260 a year, or $180 a
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More and more people all over the world are extending their lifespans thanks to modern medicine, technology and a new understanding of nutrition and wellness. But even as everyone wants to live longer, very few want to look older. Indeed, if the medical industry has focused on prolonging life, the health and beauty industry has focused on
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The idea of living in a house that is eco-friendly and self-powered is becoming popular. The increasing costs of living are one of the main drivers of this push. A self-sufficient home can end up paying only a fraction of the cost of a house dependent on various utilities and modern conveniences. They can even
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Puberty can be a tumultuous time for a person as their body adjusts to their changing hormones, and they start trying to figure out who they are. With the highs and lows of being a teenager, it can be a rocky road for parents to traverse. It’s not an impossible feat, however, and there are
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When you come down with an illness and subsequently recover, germs will remain in your living space even if they’re no longer in your system. Recovering from an illness is only half the battle, you also need to clean up after yourself so you don’t infect everyone else or reinfect yourself. The following strategies are
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Hurricanes are tropical cyclones that have reached maximum sustained winds of 74 miles (ca. 119 km) per hour or higher. They can be quite dangerous and can leave behind some areas in ruins. Residential homes are especially vulnerable to damage, particularly those whose homeowners were not prepared for the worst. As hurricane season rages on,
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