Quotes of the Day

Watch out for triclosan, parabens, fragrances, sodium lauryl sulfate, and polyethylene glycol (often listed as PEG) in your shampoos and conditioners. Safe alternatives include products by Beauty Without Cruelty (BWC), Maia's, Annmarie Gianni Skin Care, Face Naturals, and The Honest Company. Clean your clothes without poisons. Always avoid products with labels that say "warning," "danger," or "poison." Forgo fabric softener and instead add 2 cups organic vinegar to the wash. Safe alternatives include detergent by GreenShield Organic, Dr. Bronner's, Seventh Generation, and Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day. [2019] - Mira Calton

Flaxseeds can be used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Men given the equivalent of around 3 tablespoons of flaxseeds daily experienced relief comparable to that achieved with commonly prescribed drugs such as Flomax or Proscar——but without their side effects. Pumpkin seeds also work. Significant improvements in BPH symptoms, quality of life, and all urination parameters studied were noted for about tree-quarters of a teaspoon a day of powdered cranberries. [2023] - Michael Greger

If the seller thinks you're a little bit crazy, he or she may be more inclined to accept a goofy offer. [2006] - Robert Irwin

Choose the right insurance: For homes that will need some fixing up, you may be limited to an actual cash value (ACV) policy. That means the insurance company will give you only enough insurance to cover what you paid for the property, minus the value of the land it sits on. On the other hand, a replacement cost policy is the preferred option if you can get it. The coverage is better, and it will pay for the full cost of a covered loss (minus your deductible) or even to fully rebuild the house, if necessary. To qualify, the property must be in good condition, with the roof and paint in good shape. With most policies, if you are more than 20% under market costs, you will be subject to a coinsurance penalty. Make sure your policy includes outbuildings (garage, shop, etc.) and you have liability coverage on the home (common limits are $300,000, $500,000 and $1,000,000). I recommend requiring your renters to carry their own renter's insurance as well. [2015] - Brandon Turner

Travel Hacking: Apply for credit cards with big sign-up bonuses, match the required spending, then cancel the cards. Wait for 3-6 months and do it again. [2019] - Kristy Shen