Storing leftovers: Getting the right containers to keep food fresh
The leftover container rules change daily. First we were told to use plastic. Then we had to switch to glass because plastic was leaching chemicals. But glass could break, so...
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How safe is bottled water?
More than half of Americans drink bottled water, and one-third drink it on a regular basis, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council. This trend isn't expected to get bottled...
Urban Till registers with restaurants who want local, fresh produce
The old Sunbeam factory on the Far West Side of Chicago is buzzing by 5 a.m. Urban Till employees are harvesting, packaging and getting produce ready to ship to more...
You don’t always get the gift card you want — here’s what to do with it
Gift cards are the most requested gift, with shoppers planning to spend about $26 billion on them — an average of $153 per shopper who intended to buy them —...
Down or synthetic: Why you need to know what’s inside your coat
We've all been told that sticks and stones may break our bones but words will never hurt us. But there are times when labels are very important. Reading the label...
How to avoid burnout and make exercise a habit
Some people love exercise. Some do it after a long, tedious day of work. Others set the alarm just so they can fit in their daily routine. They have made...
Winter festivals help defang winter’s bite
From roughly Thanksgiving into April, the Midwest usually wallows in snow and ice. But rather than complain about the weather, people in many places embrace winter with festivals highlighting everything...
Flexible spending accounts: Now’s the time to use them or lose them
The year is nearly up, which means that you've got very little time to empty out your Flexible Spending Account. These accounts save you about 30 percent on out-of-pocket medical...
Resort guests can toss their dog a lot more than a bone
It's tough to be a dog. Your furry friend is on call 24/7 as a home security guard, therapist and all-around buddy. So when you get a vacation, it makes...
Holiday help? It’s as close as your smartphone
Making a list and checking it twice has become an antiquated practice. These days, Santa uses apps to help create, compile, consolidate — and to do the shopping. According to...