Prevent Avocados From Browning With Cooking Spray

Just wipe of the excess oil and enjoy! I Am Officially Amazed|Epicurious Photo bycyclonebill.

September 8, 2015 · 1 min · 14 words · Jessica Bennett

Running Apps Have Hurt My Progress, Not Helped It

The Rise of Technology in Running When I started running. It was 1999 or so, and I believe I was still using a486. I started marathon training that winter, and got a similar watch for Christmas: aGarmin 305. It could track any splits or laps I asked it to. I could download my data after each run and see a map of where I had been! A chart listing my time for each mile!...

September 8, 2015 · 2 min · 399 words · Joshua Zavala

Stop Worrying About "Chemicals" in Your Food

Everything you eat, however, is composed of chemicals, and theres really nothing to worry about. As this video from theAsapSCIENCE YouTube channelpoints out, those scary chemicals are in every not-so-scary blueberry you eat. Food companies and health fanatics, however, take a stab at make chemicals sound like the bad guy. Its a big part of why theres so muchconfusion about whats actually healthy and nutritious. The key is to avoid simple black and white thinking when it comes to the chemicals in your food....

September 8, 2015 · 1 min · 89 words · Jason Williams

The Official Raspberry Pi Touchscreen Launches for $60

The Raspberry Pi Foundation has released an official touchscreen to complement its tiny computer. The 7-inch display has a 800x480 resolution and supports 10-finger touch. As youd likely expect, the display isnt extremely fancy, but thats kind of the point. Its cheap, compatible with the Pi, and easy to set up. Its an RGB 800x480 display with just 24-bit color and a 70 degree viewing angle. Raspberry Pi Display($60) | Element14 viaRaspberry Pi Foundation

September 8, 2015 · 1 min · 74 words · Mr. Rick Ellis DDS

What Do You Do to Decompress After Work?

Even so, turning that off and relaxing is important, both for creativity and for managing stress. How do you disengage and relax after work? Having an activity you regularly do right after workis one way to get that mental distance. Besides reducing stress,creating an evening routine that helps you relax after workcan even help you avoid insomnia. Do you have something you do to turn off the workday? Share it in the discussions below....

September 8, 2015 · 1 min · 74 words · Gregory Smith

When Your Child Should Go to Bed, Based on Age and Wake-up Time

Sleep recommendations vary by age, so heres a handy reference chart. The chart was posted by Wilson Elementary School of Kenosha, WI. Wilson Elementarys Photos| Facebook viaPopSugar

September 8, 2015 · 1 min · 27 words · Dale Mercer

Why I've Stopped Giving Unsolicited Health Advice

I used to be that person, so I get it. Have you tried taking Pepto-Bismol? Dealing with a cranky knee? Hmm, have you tried stretching? That usually does the trick for me. Weight loss not going anywhere? Have youtried not eating so much and moving more? Healthy living seemed so simple. They just need someone smart to come tell them what to do. Have You Heard of the Dunning-Kruger Effect? But many more years of being in the industry flipped my entire perspective on its head....

September 8, 2015 · 3 min · 440 words · Jillian Mason

"Sometimes Procrastination Is Really Information."

Were trained to think procrastination is a bad thing, but sometimes, it can actually be useful. Dont rush it, just think about it like you would with non-work areas of procrastination. Yager explains: In the world of relationships, we are so much more cognizant of procrastination being information. The classic example is when someone gets cold feet before a wedding. We say oh, he or she is rethinking if this is the right step....

September 7, 2015 · 1 min · 118 words · Ricardo Cisneros

Form a Virtual Pomodoro Group to Stop Slacking Off When Working Alone

When youre working alone, there is no team or boss to hold you accountable, andtasks go unattended. Try forming a virtual group based onthe Pomodoro technique, which works together and motivates each other. Shari Alexander recommends a rigorously timed work routine, with 20 minutes of work followed by a 10-minute break. Then, one person sets a timer for the work time. We did Pomodoros - 20 minutes of work followed by a 10 minute chat break....

September 7, 2015 · 1 min · 124 words · Kendra Gray

HashtagToDo Turns Google Calendar Into a To-Do List

Just append an entry with #todo to turn it into a recurring task. Plus, it works across platforms and you dont need to install anything. Some experts reckon you should schedule tasks in your calendar to get things done. HashtagToDo builds on that principle with Google Calendar. Next time you create an entry in Calendar, add #todo at the end. When youre done with the task, edit it to add an X in the bracket/check box....

September 7, 2015 · 1 min · 76 words · Daniel Stephens

Replace Your Front Entry Wall Sconce for a Stylish Upgrade

Replacing an existing wall sconce is a DIY project that anyone can tackle regardless of electrical experience. Wire strippers, screw nuts, and a screwdriver are all thats needed. Youll only work with three wires (white, black, ground) to connect the light. Watch the video above to see the complete process. How to Install an Outdoor Wall Sconce| ATGStores.com

September 7, 2015 · 1 min · 58 words · Mary Medina

Run a Wet Finger Across Surfaces to Make Plastic Wrap Stick Better

Everyone has a few bowls which plastic wrap never seems to cling to. The One Pot Chef swears this works for any bowl where you have a problem making cling-film stick. This also explains why plastic wrap is hard to handle when you have wet hands. But like weve said before, you canput it in the fridge to make it easier to roll. Quick Tips: Cling Wrap Hack| One Pot Chef

September 7, 2015 · 1 min · 71 words · Maurice Hopkins

Swivel Locks Android’s Screen Orientation for Individual Apps

Android (4.0+): Some apps work better in portrait mode, and others work better in landscape. Swivel lets you set a permanent orientation for any app on your Android phone. YouTube, for instance, is almost always better in landscape mode. By default, Android only lets you set your phone to auto-rotate or not. You cancustomize your phones orientationor evenget some, admittedly complex, control over individual apps. But those arent good solutions....

September 7, 2015 · 1 min · 102 words · Charles Burgess