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Is “improve posture” on your to-do list? These tips can help. Lumina Images/Getty Images We live in an era when its never been easier to have bad posture. Photo:Lumina Images/Getty Images Rounded shoulders can be reversed with a little time, patience, stretching, and postural reset. What Causes Rounded Shoulders? Many of these imbalances are due to poor posture, work-related tasks, and rigorous sports training or exercise. More students and office workers are presenting clinically with a forward head and rounded shoulders....

Listen to these pros! In this case, education is key. A social shopping experience to meet neighbors and local food producers. Photo:Javier Zayas/Getty Images If this is unavailable, the local section [at your supermarket] is your best bet. The difference in quality is apparent, andfresh producetransforms your culinary experience. Keep a foundation ofcanned goods, dry foods, and spices. When starting from scratch, dont get overwhelmedstart small. A good vinegar,olive oil, andone saltof your liking go a long way....

Let your arches reach their full potential. Here are several effective ways to regrow your overplucked eyebrows. You will need to give your eyebrows time to fully grow back before you begin plucking again. You may need to stop plucking your eyebrows for at least three to four months for a full recovery. It’s a lengthy process, but well worth the wait. (Well-developed brow growth serums with biotin will add some serious growth to your overplucked brows, fast....

Forget working out, painting your nails, or cleaning the house. The more time you spend in poor air quality, the higher your chances of developing health problems. exit the Windows This step goes against conventional wisdom when it comes to improving indoor air quality. And be sure to check your filters to ensure they don’t need replacing. However, don’t use your whole-house fan, as it uses air from the outside....

Small swaps can make a big difference. Getty Images The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but its also a magnet forclutter. You dont need a full kitchen renovation to make a noticeable difference. Photo:Getty Images A few small changes in the way you organize can have a big impact. Then, store everyday dishes behind closed doors. So Williams advises choosing a different storage strategy. This keeps your appliances conveniently on the counter but out of sight....

Here’s how to have fun without drinking. People Images/Getty Images Grabbing drinks is an easy fallback for socializing. Thankfully, there are plenty of activities you’re free to partake in completely sober. Photo:People Images/Getty Images Visit a Board Game Cafe Grab a few friends and head to a local board game cafe. Many of them have a large variety of games to choose from (sometimes even hundreds!) and serve food andnon-alcoholic beverages....

Take some tips from the experts. Ari Fred/Getty Images Apple pie is a classic autumnal dessert. Its comforting, just sweet enough, crisp, soft, warm, and hits all the right notes. Photo:Ari Fred/Getty Images Gorgonzola topping, perhaps?). It’s my little trick for extra flavor and even better texture. A variety of apples balances the flavor profile, says chef Gabriel Kreuther of Gabriel Kreuther Restaurant. I like some sweet apples and some tart....

Get ready to fall in love with the versatile herb. Keep reading for a myriad of ways to use basil that dont disappoint. Serve this pale green sauce with crudite, grilled fish or chicken, and enjoy. Photo:VICTOR PROTASIO As this recipe for Pesto Egg Salad Toasts demonstrates, basil and egg salad really do go hand-in-hand. GREG DUPREE GREG DUPREE Victor Protasio Victor Protasio Ngoc Minh Ngo Greg DuPree Simon McGill/Getty Images...

We’re all familiar with hummus, but did you know there are many other ways to use chickpeas? This is largely thanks to the fact that chickpeas can be served in many different forms with various textures. If you buy canned chickpeas, don’t forget to save the liquid in the can. Alison Miksch Also known as aquafaba, this substance is often used as an egg substitute for vegan cooking and baking....

Sorry to break it to you, but your seasonings are probably way past their prime. But the downside of owning everything from Allspice to Za’atar is that their shelf-life is shorter than you think. Further, expired spices have noticeably less flavor, potency, and color vibrancy. Photo: Jeffrey Coolidge/Getty Images But all is not lost! Finally, we recommend 10 ways to repurpose expired spices and reduce unnecessary waste. Perhaps you’ll come up with some more on your own!...

Ran out of bleach? Brighten your laundry using these alternatives, including some all-natural ingredients. If they look a little grey or off-white, it may be time to brighten them. Getty Images/Michelle Lee Photography As with regular bleach, follow the instructions carefully! These techniques may fade colors, so use them only on white laundry. Submerge the white fabric into the mixture and allow it to soak overnight, then launder as usual....

Here’s how to weed out the worst of the bunch. It gives you a sense of accomplishment and can make you feel at one with nature. So, theres nothing worse than seeingan ugly weedsprout up and ruin the beauty of the space. Photo:ljubaphoto / Getty Images The most frustrating part? So my definition of a weed changes from yard to yard," Kessler explains. However, this isnt a complete list and can vary by region....

Nobody has time to deep clean every Sundaybut these little routines will keep your home in better shape. Merovingian/Getty Images Key Takeaways There’s nothing like coming home to a clean space. Wouldn’t it be nice if your home felt this way all the time? Photo:Merovingian/Getty Images While you probably don’t have time for a weekly deep clean (really, who does? ), there are weeklyhabits you’ve got the option to develop for an overall cleaner house....