Ouadie Rhabbour

Butter keeps well in the fridge, but can you freeze butter? The short answer is yes—and you might want to make a habit of it. It seems odd to put butter anywhere other than the refrigerator. I know some people keep butter on the counter, but refrigerators have a storage space designed specifically for butter! The only exception … Read more

This slow cooker pepper steak is one of those cozy, no-fuss dinners that makes the whole house smell like someone’s been cooking all day—without you actually being in the kitchen. Pepper steak has its roots in Chinese-American cooking, with tender strips of beef, peppers, and a savory sauce that’s perfect over rice. This version keeps … Read more

  Alzheimer’s is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States. It actually kills more people than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined (1). Instead of putting the focus on preventing Alzheimer’s, the medical community puts emphasis on slowing the progression of the disease after onset with drugs and therapy. However, if you truly understand dementia, then … Read more

Spam, the well-known canned meat product, has been a familiar item in kitchens since it first appeared in the 1930s. Valued for its long shelf life and flexibility in cooking, Spam is commonly stocked in pantries worldwide and can be sliced, fried, baked, or mixed into countless recipes. That said, first-time users are often surprised … Read more

Aging is a natural and unavoidable part of life. With it comes experience, insight, and a broader understanding of the world. At the same time, certain habits and attitudes can quietly create discomfort for the people around us. What’s striking is that these behaviors are rarely pointed out — not because they go unnoticed, but … Read more

We debunk some pretty common myths about what does and doesn’t heat a house efficiently. 1 / 5 Cranking the Thermostat Heats Your Home Faster Common sense might suggest that by turning the dial on your thermostat all the way up your home will heat up at a faster rate. But that’s not really the case. Turning your thermostat … Read more

When the check engine light comes on, do you start to sweat? Don’t be afraid! Here’s what every driver needs to know about the check engine light. The check engine light (CEL) is the most misunderstood warning indicator on the dashboard. When their vehicle’s CEL comes on, many drivers don’t know what to do. Here’s what … Read more

Before you even think about it, before you try to justify it, your choice has already been made. It wasn’t a rational act or a calculated decision. Something inside you reacted first. That’s how the human mind works: the unconscious takes the lead, perceives, recognizes, and chooses silently. Seemingly simple choices—like being drawn to an … Read more

Vitamin B17 is composed of hydrogen cyanide and glucose, which is what gives it its anti-cancer properties. The benzaldehyde from glucose and the cyanide work together as a poison that targets cancer cells. Many health professionals claim that B17 is toxic, but this is simply a myth. So this is where camouflage comes in. Even … Read more

You’ve just stepped out of a warm shower, towel wrapped around you… and there’s your trusty bath mat, doing its job — soaking up water, keeping your feet dry. But over time, it starts to smell musty. It feels less absorbent. And you think: “Time for a wash!” So you toss it into the washing … Read more