Which made us wonder: Extra ingredients (cheese, butter, or heavy cream) and cooking method set aside…are potatoes good for you? To answer this question, we checked in with Peggy Kotsopolous, RHN, a Certified Health Educator that serves as the nutritionist for The Little Potato Company. If you’re a potato lover, we have some good news for you. Here are some surprising health benefits of potatoes and how you can prepare them in a healthy way....

But according to Jacquette Timmons, financial behaviorist, money expert, and author of Financial Intimacy: How to Create a Healthy Relationship with Your Money and Your Mate, there is so much more to ensuring financial success than just number crunching. As she says, “You don’t manage money; you manage your choices around money.” To meet your financial goals, Timmons says to instead focus on “the human side of money”—that is, your behaviors, motivations, and emotions—to determine your money personality and use that information to help guide your financial planning....

If you want to buy a house, you’re going to need to figure out all this mortgage mumbo-jumbo, and no better time than the present. Read on for five things you need to figure out before you start your home search, and you’ll be set when it’s time to start talking to mortgage lenders. Just remember: If it all seems overwhelming, a financial planner (or a money-savvy friend or family member) can help guide you through the process....

If one of those changes happens to be white spots, it could be a sign that you need to slow down, fuel up, or take a break from those fancy gel manicures. But where exactly do they come from—and at what point should you visit a medical professional? Read on as one expert helps us break down everything you need to know and when to go. What Are White Spots On Nails?...

White noise gets a lot of attention, but there are other sleep noises out there that offer the same benefits (who knew?). Namely, pink noise and Brown noise can provide the same broad benefits for sleep, but offer slightly different sounds that some people find more tolerable than white noise. Choosing an effective sleep noise comes down to preference, but understanding what the options are can help you be sure you’re picking the best—there’s so much more out there than white noise, if you’re willing to listen for it....

What Are Night Sweats? The definition of night sweats is pretty self-explanatory: excess sweat that your body secretes while you’re sleeping. In other words, it’s when your body produces more sweat than what’s necessary to cool down and control your internal temperature. Sometimes the easiest and most obvious solution to stop the excess sweat is to sleep under fewer layers or crank up the A/C. But other times, getting night sweats actually has less to do with your external environment (the humidity outside, the room temp) and everything to do with what’s going on in your body....

And while there are plenty of reasons why some might prefer to hibernate from mid-November through the beginning of January, one of the biggest is loneliness. As a quick refresher, “being alone” and “loneliness” are two different concepts. Someone can be physically alone and feel completely content, feeling no pangs of loneliness. And someone who is alone might feel lonely, but it’s also entirely possible to experience loneliness while surrounded by friends and family....

You may have also heard that you can make banana peel fertilizer for houseplants with the fruit’s outer covering. Supposedly, soaking the peels in water you’ll pour into the pots or burying pieces in the soil will provide the nutrients your plants need to grow. While there’s some truth to these ideas, here’s why using either of these methods isn’t your best bet and what to do instead. Banana Peels for Plants Like any plant material, banana peels contain nutrients, including potassium and phosphorous, essential nutrients in fertilizer....

To get you ready for the first truly cold day of the year, we found 10 of the best affordable shearling and fur (and faux!) shoes that will be sure to keep your feet feeling toasty this season. For example, these faux-fur slide slippers are just $22, so definitely snag these while you can. You’ll also find lug sole boots for $54 and lace-up chukka booties for 30 percent off....

Apparently, I’m the one who’s bringing that average way down, as we’ve nearly always spent far less than that on school supplies for my two kids (even when we buy the 64-pack of Crayolas!). You don’t have to spend a small fortune to get your kids outfitted for school this year—especially if you’ve already got some back-to-school supplies sitting around the house. (Hello, colored pencils from your adult coloring book phase....

Beauty fanatics and hairstylists alike can attest that not all dry shampoos are created equal, which is why they are so vocal when they find options they love. While all dry shampoos are supposed to refresh hair and absorb excess oils, some can actually leave you looking like a powdery mess. To avoid any dandruff-like residue, celebrity hairstylist Linet K suggests spraying it from at least six inches away on two- or three-day-old hair....

“I purchased this as a last-minute decision before a family trip to Disney World, and I am glad I did,” wrote a reviewer who found all of the pockets in the Matein backpack more helpful than the original bag they planned to take. They also found their 16-inch laptop fit inside (albeit a bit snugly). Ultimately, they said, “This bag is affordable and very worthy for travel or theme parks....

As you start down the sourdough path—or if you’re stuck somewhere along the way—try following these 10 simple steps. Wake Up Your Starter Has your starter been slumbering in the fridge? If so, it’ll be a little sleepy, leading to a reduced rise. The solution is to wake up your starter, revving its yeasts back into gear. Feed your starter the night before you plan to bake. Leave it out overnight....

“When it comes to getting the best price for your home, the power of landscaping to increase your home’s value can’t be overlooked,” says Beatrice de Jong, broker and consumer trends expert for Opendoor. “First impressions are everything, and curb appeal is what potential buyers notice first…It will signal to buyers that they can expect the same from the interior and bones of the house.” Additionally, data repeatedly shows that curb appeal, in the form of attractive landscaping, goes a long way....

Whether you’re making a concerted effort to downsize or just want to better strategize, read on for a breakdown of categories and criteria to consider when deciding what to leave behind. You’ll lighten your load and set your future home up for success in the process. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty navigating the clutter, try implementing the 4 P’s: Prioritize what you use most, patch up what requires only minor upkeep, profit off of items that are no longer of value to you, but could be to someone else, and purge any unnecessary items that are left over (learn how to recycle almost everything here)....

These experts suggest hiring professional movers, being strategic about what you take with you (regardless of whether you’re moving into a smaller home), and taking extra time to pack the right way so that setting up your new home is a breeze, among other things—read on for their top tips for moving across the country. 1. Plan Carefully Perhaps it goes without saying, but no cross-country move is possible without a ton of planning....

Thor: Ragnarok Gift Ideas When we were at the Thor: Ragnarok press junket last month, we had the chance to preview some of the brand new Thor: Ragnarok products, and they’re awesome! I’m so excited to finally share some of these fun ideas for you that make perfect gifts for Marvel fans! I’ve broken it out based on the main characters in the movie but honestly, I really think any Marvel fan would appreciate any of these gifts!...

RELATED: 5 Things You Should Always Tell Your Boss Showing that you’re human is important, says Kerry Cooper, president of Rothy’s, a shoe company. Modeling positive behavior—taking your kids to visit the office, not sending late-night emails, accepting someone’s need for a mental health day—contributes to a happier, healthier work environment. RELATED: How to Ask Your Boss for a Mental Health Day Creating collaborative energy can help you get more out of your team because they’ll feel they have a voice and know that a great idea can come from anyone....

Another biggie: Give a heads-up on attire. Shorts? Tank top? Sundress? Give guests a sense of the vibe: “You wear the flip-flops; we’ll flip the burgers” or “Bring your swimsuits!” RELATED: The 15 Best Places to Buy Outdoor Patio Furniture Online Renting can be another surprisingly cheap way to go. Folding chairs start as low as $2 each. (You may also be able to rent coolers, speakers, tableware, and a bigger grill....

Cut a piece of plywood to desired size (ours fits a queen bed). Gently clean the boards with a damp cloth, but don’t scrub or sand away the weathered character. Cut boards as needed, and nail them to cover the plywood. For the whitewash finish, we diluted 1/3 cup white paint with 1/2 cup water and brushed on the mixture. When dry, we taped off boards and created color blocks using a blue spruce hue....