I’ve never been one to avoid hard work or shy away from a difficult project, but that doesn’t mean I won’t find ways to “work smarter, not harder” whenever I can! (Working smarter in certain areas ...

The pandemic inspired new vigilance about germs, including more frequent and thorough house cleaning—changes that stuck with many of us years later. But while cleanliness is a virtue, germ fixation is ...

Cleaning can be a daunting task, but it’s possible to get an immaculate house in one day. We asked a professional for tips on ...

If you’ve ever caught sight of a messy room in your home and frozen in your tracks—gaping at the piles that seemingly grow every day—it might not be a motivation problem. Clutter can register as a ...

Consumer Reports has partnered with the Guardian US to create this seven-week Detox Your Kitchen Challenge. Are you a chemist? No? Then you probably have a tough time deciphering lengthy ingredients ...

Matt Fuchs writes about science, health, aging, and well-being. His Substack is Prime Factors and he is a 2026-2027 Knight-Wallace Fellow. Matt Fuchs writes about science, health, aging, and ...