In the November 2022 issue of Real Simple, we declared olive green our Color of the Month because it’s the trendy yet timeless shade we’re loving right now. Olive feels like the older, slightly more sophisticated sister to the lighter and brighter greens that have been everywhere over the past year. It fits perfectly among earth-toned palettes and natural textures, like warm wood, jute, and wicker. Or, you can go retro with it, picking olive green accents in mod shapes and pairing them with other bold colors....

If you’ve read many posts on my site or follow me on social media, you’ll know that I love a good dessert dip. I have tons of dessert dips on my site including everything from the best caramel apple dip to a brownie batter dip and even a Christmas tree cake dip. If you can make it into a dip, I’m going to. With my Reese’s peanut butter pie being so popular, I thought it’d be fun to turn that recipe into a dip of sorts, and this peanut butter cheesecake dip was born!...

If you’re not familiar with the clean beauty brand, Versed launched in 2019 with products priced from $10 to $20, all of them free from parabens, silicones, sulfates, and more than 1,350 other questionable ingredients (meaning it’s up to the European Union’s more stringent standards. For reference, the E.U. has banned or restricted more than 1,300 chemicals, while the U.S. has outlawed or restricted just 11). And as the overwhelmingly positive reviews for Versed’s Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream make clear, shoppers see anti-aging results that go above and beyond your average moisturizer....

I decided to try out a natural growth stimulator: castor oil, and specifically Sky Organics Castor Oil. It’s 100 percent pure oil cold-pressed from the castor bean plant, which is native to Africa, India, and the Mediterranean region. The texture reminded me, at first, of a thicker olive oil, and while I wasn’t sure if it would help to grow my hair, eyelashes, and nails, I figured the oil would at least help to moisturize them....

Paint everything one color The walls, trim, baseboards, molding, and door frames are all the same shade, making the room feel cozy and modern. Think about how the space will be used Kate wanted the layout to encourage quiet reading time, gathering, and conversation, so she skipped the sink-into-it sectional and arranged armchairs and a settee in a traditional pattern. Mingle old and new Kate loves unexpected juxtapositions, like the bistro table and floral sofa....

History of Spaghetti Squash According to the Library of Congress, squashes most likely served as containers or utensils because of their hard shells. “The seeds and flesh later became an important part of the pre-Columbian Indian diet in both South and North America. De Soto, Coronado, and Cartier all saw ‘melons’ (probably squash) in the Americas.” As for the name, the word “squash” comes from the Narragansett Native American word askutasquash, which means eaten raw or uncooked....

A study published in February 2021 in the journal BMC Geriatrics found that performing routine household chores—like gardening, vacuuming, sweeping, doing laundry, and reorganizing the winter coat closet—had positive associations with both brain volume and cognition in older adults. Researchers with the Rotman Research Institute at Baycrest Hospital in Ontario, Canada, set out to see whether household physical activity had any healthy influences on brain volume and cognition by studying a group of 66 cognitively unimpaired older adults....

Is Raw Seafood Safe to Eat? Yes, raw seafood is safe to eat, within limits. Firstly, you’ll want to know where the raw fish or shellfish you’re about to eat came from, as well as how it was stored and processed. Working with a fish monger you trust, rather than shopping at the supermarket fish counter, is crucial to getting the freshest and safest product, notes chef Luis Herrera Di Prisco....

From Edison bulb string lights and lanterns to create the perfect ambiance when the sun sets to fire pits and blankets to keep you toasty, you’ll be all set to sit on your deck or in the backyard and take in the changing leaves. And, of course, let’s not forget festive wreaths and seasonal flags for that extra touch of autumnal decor. Prices start at just $5, and many items are even on sale, so you can extend patio season affordably....