Experts love mason jars for storing and toting all types of meals, and Shapiro specifically recommends the smaller ones for dressing. Mahoney says you can even use a larger, widemouthed jar for all of your salad ingredients, as long as you layer them right way: “You can place the dressing on the very bottom of the jar, then start by adding your sturdier contents that won’t become droopy from touching the dressing, like beans or harder vegetables.” She’ll also use them for an on-the-go breakfast like yogurt parfaits or overnight oats.

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The repair work was being carried out by Universal Fabricators for Florida-based Reliance Test and Technology, which performs operations and maintenance services for the McKinley Climatic Laboratory as a prime contractor with the United States Air Force. No one was seriously injured in the incident.

Aspiring meal-preppers often come home from the grocery store with bundles of fresh produce and the best intentions, only to find that their vegetables and fruit go bad faster than they can cook and eat them. To solve this problem, experts love Stasher bags with airtight seals, which help food stay fresher longer. “They’re silicone and are ideal replacements for disposable plastic zip-top bags,” says Piper. “I use them to pack lunches and snacks, store produce for smoothies in my freezer, and even for traveling.” Shapiro also uses them for storing and transporting chopped fruits and vegetables, and loves how versatile they are. “You can dishwash them, which I think is game-changing,” she says.

• Optimal growth. Bare root plants acclimate more readily to new soil conditions than do actively growing plants. Also, since they have no leaves or flowers to maintain, they can put all their energy into developing a strong root system after planting.

Luke, radishes are OK for your dog as a treat; some dogs may not like the spicy zip of a radish. Other veggies that are fine for the dog as a special snack: cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, carrots, cucumbers, asparagus, green beans and potatoes, all either raw or cooked. They are a good source of vitamins. But no onions. And don't be confused: Wild radish is a wildflower that is poisonous. — Heloise

There’s a hinged door for easy access, a tethered stopper so you can add water easily, it’s dishwasher safe, and it sits comfortably within the fridge door. A great-looking and useful tool that isn’t just a kitchen conversation starter but lives up to its promises too.

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Bracketing and matrixing is accepted by regulators in the U.S. and Europe; however, it is not accepted in South Korea. As a result, pharmaceutical firms targeting Korea will need to include additional experiments in their stability testing programs.

That said, if you need one, you really need one. My husband and I have used air purifiers before to combat seasonal allergies, so I know they can be a lifesaver. But they are generally large, unattractive, and boxy. For maximum efficacy, you have to expose them to as much air as possible. We put our Blueair-manufactured purifier in the middle of our bedroom, where I was constantly tripping over it.

Today I want to tell you about four gadgets for the kitchen that I consider wise investments — money savers!