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Why Are Flannel Sheets Warmer Than Others?

Why are flannel sheets so much warmer than others?—Neil Joiner, Vienna, GeorgiaFlannel is a material made from loosely spun (twisted) yarn, whether the yarn itself is wool, cotton, synthetic or a mix of fibers. Because the yarn is looser, flannel fabrics have lots of tiny air pockets. These air pockets are insulating, so your body [...]

Benefits of Converting a Wood Fireplace to Gas

The benefits of converting your wood fireplace to gas make it an easy decision! Learn about modernizing your fireplace from Doctor Flue, serving MI & OH!

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Neil Gaiman Knows What Happens When You Dream

“Every night,” says the genre-busting author of “The Sandman,” now on Netflix, “we close our eyes, fall asleep and go mad.”

9 quick science-approved things you can do to make your mornings better.

There's a psychological reason you should be making your bed.

Should we be sleeping on a silk pillowcase?

The beauty-scape is encouraging us to invest in these luxurious bedtime buddies to keep our skin young and acne-free

As the Kids Go Back to School— Is This Universal Household Product Lowering Their Grades?

As the Kids Go Back to School— Is This Universal Household Product Lowering Their Grades?

Are These Common Household Products Actually Harming Your Skin?

It turns out common household products could be harming your skin's microbiome. Find out which ones to avoid.

Are Chemicals In Common Household Products Making You Sick?

What's lurking in your household products? According to a recent study of more than 200 cleaning and personal care products,

12 Household Products You Shouldn't Live Without

Surprising household products that could save your life

Unexpected household items could save your life while you're heading to the emergency room for medical attention.

Using certain household products when pregnant could harm your child’s lungs

Pregnant women who use household products containing certain chemicals could be putting the health of their child’s lungs at risk, new research has found.

Can These Household Products Cause ADHD in Your Kids?

Studies have shown that certain common household chemicals and products may cause ADHD in children, or worsen symptoms. Learn about the biggest culprits.

Shelf Life of Everyday Household Products You Should Know

Household products make surprisingly large contributions to air pollution

A study of smog in the Los Angeles valley finds that paints, fragrances and other everyday items are a growing component of the problem.

The Household Product You Should Never Use to Clean Your Sunglasses

We thought this was the right way to get your favorite shades squeaky clean, but we were totally wrong. Make sure you never make this mistake!

7 Stains You Can Remove With Cheap Household Products

The ingredients you need to eliminate all kinds of tough stains are already in your cupboards.

5 Home Furnishing Mistakes to Avoid

Don’t get carried away furnishing your new family home. Avoid these 5 common home furnishing mistakes to ensure your new home actually lives up to your dreams.

Many household products contain antimicrobial chemicals banned from soaps by the FDA

Products not under the FDA's jurisdiction don't have to list whether they contain any of the antimicrobial chemicals banned in soap by the agency.