Your grandmother probably loved it, your parents likely shunned it in favor of Teflon and your peers buy as much of it as they can. What are we talking about? Cast iron, of course. Although cast iron cookware has been on the market for more than 100 years, it has experienced a bit of a resurgence in the last decade. In fact, sales of cast iron have experienced more than a 225% increase in the last ten years, according to the Cookware Manufacturer’s Association. This is due in part to the revelation that the chemicals in non-stick skillets have caused some health concerns (many non-stick skillet makers have moved away from PFOA-based coating). Cast iron is also tremendously popular for...
Cooking at home has so many perks. On average, it’s about 5x cheaper than ordering in from your favorite restaurant, and 3x cheaper than meal delivery services. It’s also typically way healthier, as you know how much salt, sugar and fat is going into your food. Cooking for yourself is also fun and very satisfying when you make something delicious all by yourself. The only downside? The time. After a long day at work, the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen prepping, cooking and cleaning. Cooking dinner from scratch is great in theory, but for the busy professional? The call of convenient takeout becomes harder and harder to ignore. Not to worry, we’ve gathered...
Yoga has a ton of benefits. This ancient practice helps you build strength, flexibility and circulatory health; it can also relieve stress and anxiety. Best of all, to practice yoga, whether you’re at home or heading to a studio, all you really need is a yoga mat. As the most important piece of your yoga kit, keeping your yoga mat clean and odor-free should be your top priority. Unfortunately, sweat, dust and other germs can build up on the surface of your mat, causing bad smells and even spreading diseases if you’re not careful. To prevent this and to ensure your mat doesn’t wear out prematurely, you’ll need to follow a strict cleaning schedule. This may involve cleaning your mat...
