Health and Beauty

Springtime cleaning your bathroom has always been on your to-do checklist for what seems like an eternity. You notice you still have several containers of old shampoos or unused shampoo bars after taking an assessment of your bathroom rack and bathroom drawers. But unfortunately, the expiration date of each shampoo …

It is no secret that substance abuse ravages communities and destroys people’s lives and their families. Perhaps lesser known is that recovery services can help individuals and families deal with the aftermath of drug use. Reports state that around 19 percent of people have used illicit drugs. Recovery services for …

Pharmacists and doctors can be hard to tell apart. They both wear white coats and may consult with patients as well. As such, many people can make mistakes between the two and end up in embarrassing situations. Are pharmacists doctors? Or are they different fields of work together? Pharmacists hold …

Is ice cream good once it’s been frozen? That is a question that has plagued humankind for generations. Thankfully, we’ve come up with an answer! Of course, as in everything, there are a few exceptions that we’ll talk about later on. So don’t worry — you can breathe easy knowing …

There are two types of champagne. Vintage and non-vintage. Vintage champagne is made using grapes from a single harvest year and will age well for 5-10 years. Non-vintage champagne is blended from multiple years’ harvests and will age well for 3-4 years.  However, if you choose not to store your …

Mouthwash expiration is something that’s overlooked by many. It gets thrown into the back of our medicine cabinet, out of sight and mind. We use it when we’re sick to make our breath feel fresh and get rid of the mouth odor. But when do we need to use it? …

Recent studies have found that ibuprofen (a common pain reliever) and alcohol can be dangerous if they are used in combination. This is because ibuprofen can make some of the adverse side effects from alcohol worse, such as making the risk of liver damage or heart attack even greater. In …

Protein is a macronutrient that is in building and maintaining the muscular structure. Unlike carbohydrates which are also macronutrients, proteins can’t be stored in the human body. Thus, persons wishing to bulk up their muscles must consume proteins constantly to refuel their protein supplies. Here is where protein powders become …

Clif Bars are an incredibly popular snack and food item around the world. They’ve created a whole series of energy bars that cater to different types of diets and levels of taste satisfaction. No matter your needs or wants, there’s a Clif Bar for you. However, how long do Clif …

Ramen noodles have a long shelf life and typically come in a large package, which means they can be quite cost-effective. They are usually sold in packages to carry convenience and ease when purchasing. The food and grocery industries are filled with many people discussing whether ramen noodles expire. The …