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A dietitian explains the daily protein sweet spot, plus helpful tips to help you get there. But, althoughprotein is indisputably important, that messaging isnt exactly true. But when does protein consumption go from sufficient and health-promoting to overboard? Photo:Claudia Totir/Getty Images The Benefits of Protein Protein is important for overall health and wellbeing for a variety of reasons. This major macronutrient is also integral in wound healing, tissue repair, and muscle function....

Plan the budget for your next paint job using this helpful guide. Dan DiClerico’s is a home expert at HomeAdvisor. This does not include ceilings, trim, or the cost of the paint. Photo: Patrick Foto/Getty Images National Average: $1,997 *HomeAdvisor is still gathering data on this location for its True Cost Guide. There are two main different types of paint: latex-based and oil-based paints. The glossier, the pricier. Higher cost of living areas will typically make hiring a professional painter more expensive....

Get the REM sleep it’s crucial that you process information, emotions, and more. A lot of it is about the bang out and the quality of sleep youre getting. What Is REM Sleep? Photo:Ekaterina Podrezova/Getty Images REM sleepalso known as paradoxical sleepis one of these stages. Physiologically, heart rate and breathing quicken, and brain activity resembles that of waking moments, Dautovich adds. It plays a crucial role in memory consolidation, emotional regulation, and learning, Dautovich explains....

Dont short-change the pizza delivery driver again. We asked an etiquette expert to share the ins and outs of tipping for delivery. How Much Should You Tip for Food Delivery? Etiquette expert Elaine Swann suggests paying a $3 to $5 tip when the delivery driver arrives. “Three to five dollars is a sufficient tip. It doesn’t necessarily need to be a percentage of the food you ordered.” (Anywhere between 10% and 20% is a good starting point....

Before you buy andthaw the turkey, you want to be sure you have enough meat. Keep it close and refer to it when planning your gathering. How Much Turkey Per Person Should You Cook? Photo:Yelena Yemchuk/Getty Images As a general rule, plan for 1 to 112 pounds of turkey per person. But keep in mind this is not just the weight of the meat but also considers bone and cartilage....

If you stock up on this vitamin C-rich fruit the second you sneeze, this one’s for you. Oranges aren’t just good for your immune systemthey’re great. And they offer several other legitimate nutritional benefits, too. For one, theycontain all the vitamin Cyou need daily. “But they provide so much more than just a single vitamin. The whole fruit boasts great benefits that have a positive effect on our well-being.” Anti-Aging Effects Oranges boost the renewal of health from the inside out....

These summertime blooms can be fickle, but the hydrangea whisperer has a few tips. In particular, Cape Cod is known for exploding withhydrangeas come late June. Here, she shares how to gauge your hydrangea’s water needs, plus a few extra growing tips. Photo:Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images How Much Water Do Hydrangeas Need? Its best to water your hydrangeas from the basebefore dusk or at dawn, she says. Give them a good soak for about 30 minutes depending on the weather....

Optimal daily water intake differs for everyone, but here’s how to check that you stay properly hydrated. The amount of water you should drink daily is impacted by a multitude of both personal and external factors. We caught up with health experts to better understand how to know how much water is right for you. Jena Ardell/Getty Images Here’s what they had to say. Using awater filter pitcheris one way to keep track of your daily water intake....

you’ve got the option to get plenty of delicious baked goods out of a single yeast packet. But do you know what yeast isand exactly how much yeast is in that packet? What Is Yeast? Photo:Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images Yeast is technically a carb-loving, single-celled fungus. It eats through sugars and starches to create gasescarbon dioxide to be exact. How Much Yeast Is in a Packet? Getty Images Fun fact: yeast packets used to have more yeasta full tablespoon, or 3 teaspoons....

There’s a good chance you’re probably not doing it as frequently as you should. Evrymmnt/Getty Images Key Takeaways You might not give much thought to your dogs bed. But when was the last time you washed it? Photo:Evrymmnt/Getty Images If youre not sure, it probably needs a deep clean. So, how often should you wash your dogs bed,really? How Often Should You Wash Your Dog’s Bed? “Regular washing helps ensure your furry friend stays comfortable and healthy....

How Does Bleaching Affect Hair? When bleaching hair, chemical agents work diligently to eliminate color pigments. To do so, small gaps are created in the strand so the lighteners can get to work. Photo:CasarsaGuru / Getty Images When bleach is applied to the hair the scales open up. The bleach slides into the cuticle and lightens the hair. Your hair may feel a bit dry for a few days, but otherwise can bounce back....

We asked a pro hairstylist. Your hairbrush may be giving you clues that its time for a change. We asked a hair expert when you should replace your hairbrush and signs it’s time to toss it. Photo:mamadela/Getty Images How Will You Know When to Replace It? Can You Make Your Hairbrush Last Longer? You should remove hair from the brush after each use to prevent buildup, she says. Hairbrushes should be cleanedat least once a month and laid out to dry....

Too little or too much can both have unwanted effectsso whats the right exfoliation frequency? That post-exfoliation glow is almost addictive. Its definitely possible to exfoliate too littleandtoo much. People Images/Getty Images That’s why we consulted skincare pros about how to find the ideal happy medium. Routine facial exfoliation helps buff away dead skin cells lingering on the skins surface. As we get older, our bodys skin cell turnover rate starts slowing down....