Why You Shouldn't Use a Wooden Cutting Board

One of the kitchen's biggest battles isn't whether to have chicken or pasta for dinner, but what tool to use when preparing it: a plastic or wooden cutting board? On the one hand, plastic cutting boards can go in the dishwasher, while wooden boards have to be hand-washed. On the other hand, plastic cutting boards are often flimsy and can slip on the counter, while wooden cutting boards are sturdier and safer. While you likely have both in your kitchen, which one should you grab? Hint: Not the wooden one.

December 8, 2025

It's essential to apply moisturizer several times a day in the winter. Moisturizers work by trapping water in the skin, keeping it hydrated. Using it immediately after a shower or bath helps keep the hydration you've just absorbed close to your skin. Next time you shower, don't towel off all the way, leaving skin slightly damp when you apply your moisturizer. Keep reading

Why You Shouldn't Use a Wooden Cutting Board

One of the kitchen's biggest battles isn't whether to have chicken or pasta for dinner, but what tool to use when preparing it: a plastic or wooden cutting board? On the one hand, plastic cutting boards can go in the dishwasher, while wooden boards have to be hand-washed. On the other hand, plastic cutting boards are often flimsy and can slip on the counter, while wooden cutting boards are sturdier and safer. While you likely have both in your kitchen, which one should you grab? Hint: Not the wooden one.

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7 Tips for Preventing Dry Skin During the Cold Months

Cold weather can throw a wrench in what was previously a soothing skincare routine, but luckily, you can prevent cracked hands and chapped lips with a few simple changes.

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An Adorable Holiday Collab That Supports Homeless Pets

Bissell's popular Little Green Machine has a built-in handle that gives it a slightly bag-like appearance. It's not, but Bissell just made that fantasy closer to reality. Their new limited-edition collaboration with designer Susan Alexandra turns life's messiest moments into joyful, hand-beaded bag charms, each one inspired by spills, smudges, and the everyday chaos we all know too well. The best part? 100% of proceeds support Bissell Pet Foundation and its mission to help pets through adoption, microchipping, crisis response, and more.

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