We’ve all brought our phones into the bathroom, but did you know that this habit could be doing more harm than you realize? Here’s the reasons why you might want to reconsider taking your cell phone to the bathroom: Bacteria and Germs Bathrooms are full of bacteria, and your phone can pick up germs from … Read more
The green dot in the upper right corner of your Android might seem baffling, but don’t worry. We’ll learn what it is and what it means. What Does the Green Dot Mean? Meanwhile iPhones have a green dot and an orange dot to differentiate features, Android phones use one icon to signal them all. If … Read more
The Importance of Cleaning Your Washing Machine In our busy modern lives, we often have little time to wash clothes by hand. Thankfully, washing machines help us clean our clothes quickly, saving us both time and effort. However, no matter how high-end your washing machine is, it will accumulate dirt and bacteria over time. This … Read more
If you’ve been following my work for some time now, you’ll know that I’m a big advocate of plant pairings, especially when it comes to herbs. However, certain herb combinations just don’t go very well together. In this article, we’ll discuss what these combos are and explain to you why it isn’t a good idea … Read more
I recently had someone very close come to me complaining about how there are only a limited number of flowers that bloom early in spring. My experience, surprisingly, was quite the opposite. I never ran out of flowers to plant that bloomed early in spring. If you’re facing a similar confusion and believe your options … Read more
Are you a coffee lover who tosses used grounds in the trash daily? You might be discarding gardening gold! Those humble coffee grounds contain valuable nutrients that can transform your garden into a thriving oasis. Coffee grounds are naturally acidic, rich in nitrogen, and excellent for improving soil structure. Before you throw away another scoop, … Read more
Gardening is a rewarding activity, but not everyone has the space, time, or climate to maintain an outdoor garden. Luckily, many herbs can be grown indoors with minimal effort—some even thrive in just water! Hydroponic gardening, where plants grow without soil, is a simple and sustainable way to keep your kitchen stocked with fresh herbs … Read more
Kitchen cabinets are notorious for collecting a greasy film over time, particularly if you enjoy cooking. This sticky residue, a combination of cooking oils, dust, and other airborne particles, can be unsightly and a challenge to clean. Many individuals turn to harsh chemicals and a lot of scrubbing to combat this problem, but my aunt … Read more
Activate the yeast : In a large bowl, combine warm water (370 ml) and dry yeast (10 g). Stir gently and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes, until yeast is completely dissolved and foamy. Prepare the dough : Add the flour (500 g) and salt (1 teaspoon) to the yeast mixture. Mix with a … Read more
Is it reasonable to assume that a simple accumulation of soot in the chimney can cause a fire? It turns out that this is a common phenomenon. After all, soot, which is 98% carbon, is almost indistinguishable from coal. Let’s see what happens. Imagine a situation: you haven’t cleaned the chimney of your stove or … Read more