According to germ experts (yep, they exist), it’s important to wash your sheets regularly. Otherwise, you’ll be sleeping in a bed of bacteria—literally. But how often should you really change your sheets? Keep reading to find out. How Often Should You Wash Your Sheets? While there aren’t any scientific studies on people’s bed linens at home, Dr. Charles Gerba, PhD., a professor of virology in the Department of Environmental Science at The University of Arizona, says that there have been studies of sheets in hospitals....

With age comes the potential for developing numerous health concerns, whether they’re cognitive-related or related to trouble with movement and balance. For many people, these conditions can significantly affect their quality of life. Interestingly, according to a new study, the ability to balance for 10 seconds on one foot may predict life expectancy. Results showed that those who failed the test were twice as likely to die in the next 10 years....

“Whether it’s on your face, chest or back, acne occurs due to a buildup of oil (sebum), dead skin cells, and bacteria in pores. Your body’s response to this is an inflammatory reaction aimed at clearing this ‘foreign’ material,” says Rachel Ward, M.D., associate staff dermatologist at the Cleveland Clinic. So while back acne is never fun, maybe it’s a little bit comforting to know that back acne is a sign that your body is trying to keep itself as protected as possible?...

It’s a topic that’s getting a lot of eyes in TikTok—the search for keratosis pilaris treatment has almost 630 million views—so we are here to tell you what keratosis pilaris is, why it happens, and how to treat it (at home!). What is keratosis pilaris? If you just found out you have keratosis pilaris and are surprised you never noticed, you shouldn’t be: Research has found that many people aren’t even aware they have it....

The best fried chicken isn’t just covered in a supremely well-seasoned coating and pan-fried or completely submerged in hot oil: It’s eaten right out of the fryer. “Every minute the chicken spends out of the fryer, it fights a losing battle against sogginess,” says Brian Morris, the executive chef of Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, a Southern fast-casual chicken restaurant with 10 locations. Typically, when you drop a piece of chicken into the fryer, flash evaporation, or the process of moisture escaping from the surface of the skin in the presence of hot oil, creates a blanket that prevents fat from soaking into the meat....

In honor of football season’s return, the family-favorite restaurant chain has unveiled a finger-licking-good offer for guests: 50 cent wings and $2 Miller Lite drafts. The special kicked off today (Sept. 12) and will return every Monday evening–from 5 p.m. until close–at participating locations nationwide, according to a press release shared with Parade. The new 50 cent wing special includes a choice of boneless or traditional wings and a selection of six sweet and savory flavors to choose from; including Frank’s RedHot® Buffalo, Garlic Parmesan, Nashville Hot, Dragon-Glaze, Apple Butter BBQ, and Chile-Lime....

The techniques for wrapping a mug can also be applied to other small gifts with tricky shapes. Luckily, it’s not hard to do so even the most novice wrapper can get the job done. The wrapped mug will end up looking just as beautiful as your other gifts wrapped in square packages. Here are some techniques to use to wrap your mug in style. Best Way To Wrap a Mug This technique works for a mug or any type of small gift....

You’ve heard about better health through minding your blood pressure, steps, and calories. But what have you done for your Downstate lately? This new buzzword describes what may be the most important aspect of your health to tend, because it ties everything else together, says sleep scientist Dr. Sara Mednick, PhD, author of The Power of the Downstate: Recharge Your Life Using Your Body’s Own Restorative Systems. Every organ, system, and cell in your body has a time for activity, known as an Upstate, and an equal and opposite time for replenishing, restoring, and repairing the damage done in that state....

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, any tropical storm that produces winds over 39 miles per hour gets a name. Those storms that reach winds over 74 miles per hour are then upgraded to hurricane status. So, although there have been eight other named storms so far this year, the first named hurricane that has actually hit the U.S., in Florida, is Hurricane Ian. If you are wondering about who gets to name the hurricanes and tropical storms, we’ve got all the details....

TikTokers have started yet another trend that may well end up on your FYP: Using common household hydrogen peroxide to loosen and remove excess ear wax. One user demonstrated pouring hydrogen peroxide into her ear as she had her head laid down on its side. After several minutes of bubbling, she lifted her head and flipped it onto a towel, though she didn’t show the results. Another user showed her towel after using peroxide, noting that it made her dizzy....

Fans of the frightening franchise can look forward to “a lot of blood,” violence and “psychological stuff” in the new show, according to series creator Sara Goodman, who also promised at Comic-Con@Home 2021 that the latest retelling of the story is “real, dysfunctional and completely unpredictable.” And if you need proof of that: James Wan, who co-created Saw and has directed Insidious,The Conjuring, and Malignant, is one of the series’ executive producers....

Intermittent fasting is one of the most popular diet trends out there. And while the last thing many new moms (rightfully!) want to think about is losing weight, others are eager to get back to a place where they feel more confident in their bodies sooner rather than later. So, is intermittent fasting safe while you’re nursing? Here’s what the experts say. Should you intermittent fast while breastfeeding? The short answer is … it’s complicated....

Weeks later, she doubled-down. “The original spoiler I reported seems to be correct. Katie Thurston is set to be announced as the ‘Bachelorette’ in the coming days,” he tweeted days after the Women Tell All special aired. No shame to Katie, who has quietly emerged as a fan-favorite with her no-nonsense attitude, defense against the dark bullying in the household, sex-positive outlook and bundles of empathy, but we’re not buying it just yet....

Katie Thurston will get her own season of The Bachelorette, which will begin taping soon, Reality Steve revealed on his blog Wednesday. And, while Katie’s season of the show has reportedly been planned for a while now, producers have decided that Michelle Youngwill also get her own season of The Bachelorette. This was confirmed during Matt James’ After the Final Rose special. ABC has dabbled with the concept of two Bachelorettes in the past, pitting Kaitlyn Bristowe against Britt Nilsson in 2015 to see who would ~actually~ get to lead the season....

That presumably comes as bad news for series star Pompeo, who—only weeks prior to the renewal announcement—went on the record to state that she believes it’s time to wrap the show up! (For its part,ABC has routinely repeated that they’re happy to provide a home for the show as long as it’s willing to stick around.) You don’t need to be a TV-industry insider to realize that 18 seasons is an extremely long shelf life for a primetime drama series, and even the most die-hard Grey’s fans might wonder just how many more stories the beloved series has left to tell....

What is Jay-Z’s net worth in 2023? Per Forbes, Jay-Z’s net worth is estimated to be $1.3 billion as of Jan. 6, 2023. How is Jay-Z worth $1.3 billion? Jigga Man’s net worth isn’t just due to stellar record sales, but largely due to savvy business dealings. His ownership stakes through the years in everything from the Barclays Center to Roc Nation, Roc Nation Sports and Armand de Brignac have made him a very, very rich man....

“My cancer is in remission—the 9 x 12-inch tumor has shrunk to a 2 x 2 thing,” the 71-year-old Bridges wrote. Bridges had first made his diagnosis public back in October 2020 in a tweet that began by referencing his iconic The Big Lebowski character. “As the Dude would say… New S**T has come to light,” the actor, musician and sculptor tweeted. “I have been diagnosed with lymphoma. Although it is a serious disease, I feel fortunate that I have a great team of doctors and the prognosis is good....

We’ve seen her help out on her uncle’s farm, take up beekeeping, carve a pumpkin, moonlight as a Target employee, and even host her own pretend cooking show. But now, she’s trying her hand at forging ahead of the holidays. In her latest video, shared to her Instagram page, the Yes Day actress documented the process from start to finish, revealing her hand-crafted holiday ornaments in the final moments of the clip....

Two decades after their first engagement, Ben Affleck put another anillo on Jennifer Lopez’s finger. The Shotgun Wedding star announced the happy news via her On the JLo newsletter in April 2022. Lopez showed off her new gorgeous green engagement ring in a video, whispering, “You’re perfect.” Lopez shared in one of her newsletters that green is her “lucky color.” “Maybe you can remember a certain green dress. I’ve realized there are many moments in my life where amazing things happened when I was wearing green,” she wrote....

Interview with Jesse from Survivor 43 Why are you here on Survivor?Other than the million dollars, right? That should be one of everybody’s first answers! (Laughs.) I’m on Survivor because I want to set an example for my family, to set an example for my son and my daughter. Everything I do in life really is about doing what’s best for my family. And I think that to be out here, to play this game, to chase this dream is what I want them to see....