Innehållsförteckning för August 2016 från Good Housekeeping

None of us is actually supernatural, but we all have natural strengths that set us apart — from a disarming sense of humor to incredible organization or leadership skills to the ability to put ourselves in someone else’s shoes and feel his or her pain (or joy!). And as our world speeds up and our every move has greater and wider impact thanks to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat, we need to be ever more mindful of how we use these special powers. Over the past year or so, we’ve published a number of moving health stories profiling brave survivors. Incredible women invited us into their lives and shared the terror of hearing that they had a potentially fatal diagnosis, then facing debilitating treatments and uncertain recoveries. Their stories have…

FROM GH TEXTILES LAB STAY BOLD Keep saturated shades looking brand-new with a special detergent formulated to preserve pigments, like Tide Plus ColorGuard. It has ingredients to help fabrics hold on to dyes and deactivate chlorine, which can lead to fading. Tide Plus ColorGuard, $12 for 92 oz., target.com…

HAVE A QUESTION? E-mail askapril@ goodhousekeeping.com. FROM GH BEAUTY LAB Beauty Director @aprilfranzino Q: In the heat, my foundation feels too heavy and cakey. Help! A : Try the new “whipped” foundation formulas, which have mousse-like textures and aim to be featherweight and more blendable than regular bases — great for sticky days. “The benefit of whipped products is really the sensory experience during application,” says GH Beauty Lab chemist Danusia Wnek. “Tiny air bubbles make the formulations light to the touch and easier to rub in and blend than their non-whipped counterparts.” Beyond base, look for other whipped makeup and skincare like the blush and body cream at right. Q: How can I hide bug bites, scrapes and marks on my legs? A: With body “makeup”! To conceal problem…

For candy virtuoso Jami Curl, it’s not enough to simply satisfy a sweet tooth. Her confectionery, Quin, produces treats that are thoughtful, handcrafted, locally sourced, sophisticated… and mind-blowingly delicious. By rejecting tired ideas of what candy should taste like and reinventing it for today, Jami is bringing candy into its next era. And with two Quin shops, booming wholesale and mail-order businesses, and a book out in early 2017, it looks like the candy revolution is here to stay! “Imagination is at the center of everything I do, from parenting to running a business.” — Jami HOW DID YOU COME UP WITH THE IDEA FOR QUIN? I owned a busy bakery in Portland but, after nine years, I had lost my creative spark. On a whim, I started making candy…

GH Organizing Expert @jeffrey_phillip TAKE FIVE Focus on simple tasks that reduce visual clutter and pack a big impact. MAGAZINES & CATALOGS With a shopping bag, walk through your home and corral already-enjoyed periodicals. Clip recipes or workout moves you want to keep; recycle anything older than two months. STORAGE CONTAINERS Empty the cabinet and match each top to its corresponding base; recycle anything that ends up without a mate. About to toss a large container? Consider using it to hold lids. FRIDGE Remove and discard old, halfeaten leftovers; past-its-peak produce; and expired condiments. Make a list of what you need to replace and post it on the refrigerator door for the next time you shop. HANDBAG Dump it out and weed through the contents, trashing wrappers, nonworking pens, receipts,…

HAVE A QUESTION? E-mail heloise@ goodhousekeeping.com. Q: My grill left a grease spot on our wood deck. What should I use to get it off? — Lynn S. A: If the wood is raw — not sealed or painted — use laundry or dishwasher detergent to clean up the grease. Wet the wood, pour on the detergent and scrub with a sturdy brush. Let it sit for five to 10 minutes, then rinse the area well, scrubbing in the direction of the wood’s grain. Let it dry and take a look — if the grease isn’t all gone, repeat the process. For sealed or painted wood, dishwashing liquid (the kind made for grease removal) and the same scrubbing method should remove it. Q: What’s the best way to get rid…

MY SNEAKERS STRUCK the pavement at a steady pace as I ran through the streets of my neighborhood. It was 6 P.M., prime time for people to be returning home from work, but my inner introvert took comfort in the fact that no one driving by would recognize me. Though I’d lived at the same address for more than two years, my neighbors and I, like many suburban dwellers, remained strangers to one another. I knew the people who lived on either side of our house well enough to wave hello, but I wouldn’t have been able to pick anyone else on our block out of a lineup. I was busy raising three kids under 4 while pursuing a career I loved. To be honest, I felt as if I…

Fill your tub. If water lines could be affected, do this before turning them off. Use this H2O for sanitation, like hand-washing and pouring down the toilet to flush it. Power down. It’s best to completely turn off gas, water and electrical lines if you think they may be damaged. Unplug electronics like TVs, microwaves and computers. Listen up. Always follow instructions from trained emergency responders, who likely know more than you do. How to Shut Off Everything 1 Water Locate and shut off the main valve (likely in the basement) to stop pipes from bringing in dirty H₂O. 2 Electricity Turn off the main breaker if you’re expecting a flood — but if there’s already water in the basement, don’t touch the panel. 3 Natural Gas Valves are usually…

GH TRAINER ON CALL FOLLOW ME @latrealmitchell @latreal_mitchell YOU’LL NEED: MINI LOOP Use a small circular band. Our pick: Spri Mini Bands, $4 to $6, spri.com. 1 SHUFFLER WORKS: BUTT, HIPS, THIGHS Stand with feet slightly wider than hip-width apart, knees bent and band around thighs. Step right foot to right (as shown), then bring left foot to meet it. Take 10 steps to right, then repeat to left. STEP BY STEP: Keep legs far enough apart so band is always taut. 2 BRIDGE BOOST WORKS: BUTT, ABS, OUTER THIGHS Loop band above knees and lie faceup with knees bent and feet flat on floor. Raise hips so body forms a straight line from shoulders to knees (as shown); press thighs away from each other. Pause for five seconds; lower…

DINNER ON DEMAND Get the ingredients for this dish delivered to your door tonight! Go to chefd.com/gh. STEAK WITH BROCCOLINIRADISH SALAD Season 2 boneless beef top loin steaks (about 1½ in. thick) with ½ tsp. each salt and pepper. Grill, covered, on med.-high 5 min. per side for medium-rare or to desired doneness. Transfer to cutting board; let stand 10 min. Toss 2 bunches broccolini, trimmed, with 1 Tbsp. olive oil and ¼ tsp. salt. Grill, covered, 4 min., turning occasionally. Whisk 2 Tbsp. each Dijon mustard and lemon juice, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 Tbsp. maple syrup and ¼ tsp. salt. Toss 5 radishes, thinly sliced; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; and broccolini with dressing. Serve with steak. SERVES 4 ABOUT 410 CALS, 42 G PROTEIN, 18 G CARBS,…

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For “uh-oh”–free bounce house fun, follow our expert advice from GH Chief Technologist Rachel Rothman BUY SMART Look for safety emblems (e.g., UL and ETL) on the product or its packaging; these show that it meets industry standards. SECURE IT PROPERLY Many injury-causing issues are due to improper tying down of the structure. Always follow instructions (if you’re renting, the company will typically do the setup for you). WATCH THE WEATHER If there’s a chance of high wind, pick a different way to have fun. Strong gusts can send all kinds of inflatables (moonwalks, bounce castles and slides) flying. GROUP BY SIZE Be sure kids bouncing together are roughly the same age (and size): A 10-year-old playing more acrobatically than his 6-year-old sister may bonk into her. 10 CHANCES TO…

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WHAT’S NOW A chic twist on the classic (we’ve dubbed it the “fan knot”). Great for crazy-busy days when you’re running out the door with a wet head, the style looks pulled together in no time and dries nicely, too. HERE’S HOW Smooth damp strands with a hair oil or serum (see our picks below) and brush through until sleek, then form a clean center part. Gather hair into a low, tight ponytail and secure at nape of neck, says Antonio Corral Calero, Moroccanoil creative director, who styled the look. Wrap the pony clockwise into a bun, leaving an inch or two of ends free at the top. Pin in place and fan ends out above the knot. GH Lab picks: Try Beauty Lab test winner Suave Professionals Moroccan Infusion…

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Contributing Home Design Director @SarahRichardsonDesign before Q: I bought a huge dresser that I love, but it’s taking over my bedroom. Can you help me style it so it doesn’t seem so empty? — Meaghan B. Balancing a large piece like this can be tricky, but here are a few tips: HANG A MIRROR Instead of a big rectangular one in the same finish, opt for one that provides some contrast. Rounded edges or an interesting octagonal shape will soften the boxy lines of all that awesome storage and draw the eye up. GO ASYMMETRICAL Dress the surface with variation — try a lamp or a tall, sculptural vase holding a single branch on one side, then anchor the opposite end with a stack of books. FILL IN WITH FUNCTION…

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EARTHQUAKES They can happen in all states at any time of year. WILDFIRES High risk in forested areas with little rain, such as Southern California. FLOODS The most common natural disaster can hit anywhere, but especially in low-lying areas. TORNADOES “Tornado Alley” includes TX, OK, IA, KS, NE and OH and is on alert from March to August. BLIZZARDS They can occur wherever the temperature drops below freezing. STORMS & HURRICANES The East and Gulf coasts are at high risk from June to November.…

1 Look for damage outside. Walk around the exterior and check for issues like loose or fallen power cables, damaged gas lines and cracks in the foundation or in beams. If you have trees nearby, carefully assess their stability. 2 Note sounds and odors. If you smell gas or hear a hissing noise, call the fire department and have them come by and inspect the situation before you reenter. 3 Then check inside. If the power is still out, use a flashlight (not a candle — open flames can burn items or cause gases to ignite) to assess damage. 4 Inspect appliances. For small appliances like coffee makers and toasters, look closely at the cords for fraying or exposed wires before using them again. Fridges, ranges and washers can be…

TRUSTED TOWELS Thanks to a waffle weave, JCPenney Home Towels dry quickly and are superabsorbent. Also incredible: machinewashable JCPenney Home Bath Rugs. After five wash cycles for both, our Textiles Lab found minimal shrinkage and fading. Quick-Dri Bath Towels and Rugs, from $16, jcpenney.com STELLAR SUDS Rinse with Olay Body Wash to quench dry skin. GH Beauty Lab testers loved the fresh scent and creamy lather. “It left my skin feeling clean, yet hydrated — a winner!” said one tester. Ultra Moisture Body Wash, $6, olay.com SEAL PROMISE All GH Seal products are rigorously assessed by the GH Labs. We stand behind them with our exclusive refundor-replacement limited warranty.*  DREAM CLEAN Use a squeegee on your tub and shower daily to keep mold at bay. Look for one that sticks…

Food Director @susanswestmoreland HAVE A QUESTION? E-mail food@good housekeeping.com. Q: Any ideas for an easy no-bake summer dessert? A: Try this ice cream parlor update — you can even eat the bowl! Melt 4 Tbsp. butter in lg. pot. Add 1 (10-oz.) bag mini marshmallows; cook, stirring, until melted. Off heat, stir in ¼ tsp. vanilla extract; 2 c. each cereal squares and broken pretzel sticks; and 1 c. salted nuts, chopped. Spray 18 muffin-pan cups with cooking spray, then spray hands with cooking spray. Press mixture into muffin cups to form bowls (use handle of wooden spoon to press mixture into pans). Let set 1 hr.; remove from pans and fill with ice cream. Makes 18. 6 CHANCES TO WIN A 16-PIECE DISH SET* bit.ly/1WUbGE9 DONATE & DINE These…

PEACH MELBA BREAKFAST POPS PREP 10 MINUTES TOTAL 6 TO 8 HOURS WITH FREEZING ⅔ c. vanilla Greek yogurt 2 Tbsp. honey 2 sm. ripe peaches, chopped (about 1½ c.) ¼ c. raspberries, halved ½ c. granola 1. In blender, puree yogurt, honey and three-fourths of peaches until smooth. 2. Distribute raspberries and remaining peaches among 6 to 8 ice pop molds. Fill each mold with about ¼ c. yogurt mixture, tapping to distribute, leaving ½ in. unfilled. Top with granola. 3. Freeze until solid, 6 to 8 hrs. SERVES 6 ABOUT 95 CALS, 3 G PROTEIN, 20 G CARBS, 1 G FAT (1 G SAT), 2 G FIBER, 30 MG SODIUM.…

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STYLISH SUN HAT A straw fedora or wide-brim hat is so on-trend and the perfect finishing touch to any outfit. Bonus: It acts as an extra layer of SPF! SOMETHING EYELET Sweet and breezy for hot August days, the peekaboo fabric is eye-catching on a flirty maxi dress, tops or even pumps! STAY (AND PLAY!) HERE Located in Boston’s industrial Seaport Innovation District, the sleek Envoy Hotel has cozy rooms, a sexy rooftop lounge and waterfront views ideal for watching the sun sink into Boston Harbor. theenvoyhotel.com COOL TRICK Beat the heat by switching to a heavyhitting deodorant like Secret Clinical Strength Invisible Solid ($8). Refresh throughout the day with body wipes — Ban Total Refresh Cooling Body Cloths ($4) offer a powdery, sweat-wicking finish. A TOUCH OF GINGHAM (&…

Perfect Palette WALL Horizon Haze, Olympic CHALKBOARD Flat Black Chalkboard, Rust-Oleum GET THIS LOOK | Wildon Home Lodi Wood Storage bench, $321, wayfair.com. Seersucker Stripe Picnic throw, $49, Striped Angled Crewel pillow cover in Poppy, $49, and Diamond Color Stripe pillow cover in Shockwave, $59, westelm.com. Clustered fan hooks, $24 each, anthropologie.com. Ombré rope leash, $62, foundmyanimal.com. Find it now: Score what you see on these pages at keep.com/GH. MODERN MANNERS LIZZIE POST ETIQUETTE EXPER My son broke a picture frame in our vacation rental. I don’t know the owner. What should I do? — Helen M. A: REPLACE THE FRAME, using something similar if you can’t find an exact match. Then write a note to the owner explaining the situation: “Dear Smiths: We’ve had such a great week at…

3 SHORE THINGS Replicate the beach inland with distressed wood, sun-bleached hues and seaside accessories. 1-2 Perfect Palette PAINT Cheesecake, The Real Milk Paint Co. PAINT Almond Cream, Olympic 4 ISLAND LIVING This hanging pendant light, made of braided abaca, will let you live out your Swiss Family Robinson treehouse dreams (with 21st-century comforts included). 5 style-spiration Look for roomy totes with fun, summery details, like this sea grass bag’s pom-poms. 6 PARADISE FOUND For a touch of the tropics without the plane ticket, slather on this gardeniaand-coconut-scented body oil post-shower. You’ll seal in moisture and give skin a post-vacay glow. 7 TOTES ADORBS Most beach bags rival suitcases — but not this cute straw carryall, which has just enough room for sunnies, sunscreen and a juicy beach read. 8…

MOVING NAIL-BITER Beloved pet Gonker runs away on a hike, setting off a frantic search — without medication, he won’t live more than 23 days. The author weaves details of the hunt with the story of how Gonker affected the family’s lives. Spoiler: You’ll like the ending! SOULFUL SAGA The author returns from a short work trip to find that his wife has left him. Shattered, he adopts a traumatized dog and moves to L.A., where both take up surfing — and learn to trust again. UPLIFTING WEEPIE A poignant memoir by a young woman who literally collapsed from severe depression — nothing gave her relief until she got Bunker, a puppy who helped bring her back to emotional health.…

1 Sign up for emergency alerts. Get notifications sent to your phone from your service provider or via a free app from FEMA or the Red Cross. Some employers use a service such as LiveSafe to blast emergency info to their teams — see if your company or school uses it, and if so, download the free app. 2 Create your own evacuation plan. Establish a spot where your family will meet in case you can’t reach one another or need to act quickly. Make sure to consider how you’ll help evacuate members who need assistance (infants and young children, relatives with trouble walking) and pets. Go to ready.gov for printable family-plan templates. 3 Assess your risk. Each crisis requires somewhat different prep, supplies and know-how. Find out which disasters…

94/100 FROM GH KITCHEN APPLIANCES LAB HOW WE TESTED The Lab chose seven leading home brewers. Then our analysts made cold brew in each one, evaluating ease of use and coffee quality. We gave top marks to brewers that were simple to set up and made java that tasted smooth (not bitter) and fresh. BEST OF THE TEST HOME BREWER OXO COLD BREW COFFEE MAKER, $50 Do it yourself with our Lab pick. It made the best-tasting coffee and was easiest to use. COLD BREW HOW-TO Add coarsely ground beans and cold water to the container and store in the fridge, not on the counter (to prevent bacteria growth). Twelve to 24 hours later, you’ll have enough concentrate for 13 cups. LAB LOWDOWN Get top taste by diluting brewed coffee…

GH Nutrition Director @jaclynlondonRD FROM GH NUTRITION LAB THE DEBATE Genetically engineered (GE) crops — mostly corn and soybeans — are those that have been altered, usually to make them less susceptible to viruses and bugs or able to withstand herbicide application. They were intended to help farmers better predict crop yields, ensuring an abundant food supply. The main question is, are there any health and environmental implications of GE food production? ARE GMOS UNHEALTHY? Population analysis discussed in the 400-page report from the National Academies of Sciences doesn’t find specific health problems from GMO food. That said, comprehensive long-term studies have not been done. As for whether GMO plants are, as a category, less nutritious, the answer is that it’s hard to say — differences found may or may…

EASIEST-EVER PEACH & HONEY JAM 1. In food processor, pulse 3 c. coarsely chopped, peeled ripe peaches (about 5 med.) until finely chopped, stopping and stirring occasionally. 2. In 4-qt. saucepan, combine peaches, ⅔ c. water and 3 Tbsp. lemon juice; stir in 1 Tbsp. powdered no- or low-sugar pectin. Heat on high to a vigorous boil that cannot be stirred down, stirring frequently. Stir in ½ c. sugar and 1/3 c. honey. Return to a vigorous boil that cannot be stirred down, stirring constantly. Boil 1 min. Remove from heat. 3. Transfer to heatproof jars or container. Let cool at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate overnight or until set. Keeps, refrigerated, 1 month. Makes about 2½ c. Q WHAT IS PECTIN? This natural, fruit-based ingredient is used to thicken…

HOT SAUCE HONEY Buttermilk Fried Chicken PREP 25 MINUTES TOTAL 1 HOUR PLUS 3 HOURS BRINING 10 sm. pieces chicken (3 lbs.), breasts cut into halves if large 5 c. tepid water ¾ c. cayenne pepper hot sauce 3 Tbsp. salt 2 Tbsp. sugar 2 tsp. garlic powder 4 c. canola oil 2 c. all-purpose flour 2 c. buttermilk 1. Place 1-gal. resealable plastic bag in lg. bowl. Add chicken to bag. 2. In another bowl, whisk water, hot sauce, salt, sugar and garlic powder until salt dissolves. Pour over chicken in bag; seal bag. Refrigerate 3 to 5 hrs. 3. Place wire rack over lg. foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. In heavy, deep 12-in. skillet, heat oil on med.-high until 325°F on deep fat thermometer. 4. While oil heats, place…

Briana Serbin’s then 4-year-old son, Ricky, couldn’t wait to jump around in the bounce house at his friend’s birthday party last July. But as he was bouncing inside it, a gust of wind hit the inflatable structure, sending it six feet above the Lubbock, TX, backyard. “Seeing my child go up in the air and not being able to do anything to help was awful!” says Briana. “We had no idea that could happen.” The bounce house landed in a nearby field. Miraculously, Ricky was unhurt and the only injuries to other kids were minor. However, emergency rooms have seen a 240% increase in injuries — typically arm and leg fractures, strains, sprains and dislocations — in a decade, according to the most recent report from the Consumer Product Safety…