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Stephanie Osmanski

http://stephosmanski.com

Steph Osmanski is a sustainability writer who writes about health, the planet and being a woman. When she's not working from home, you can find her binge-watching true-crime docs, rearranging all the furniture in her house or exuding big dog-mom energy on Instagram.

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12 Polite Habits Grocery Store Workers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

Don’t make these all-too-common etiquette mistakes at the grocery store! Here’s what you need to know before your next shopping trip.

What Is a Wildfire, and How Do You Prepare for One?

Knowledge is your best defense against a wildfire—and this information could save your life

How Long Does Food Last in the Fridge?

How long food lasts in the refrigerator shouldn't be a mystery. Experts reveal just how...

Flying with Dogs: 26 Things to Know Before Taking Your Pup on a Plane

Everything you need to know about flying with a dog, from where pups sit to...

How Long Do Leftovers Last in the Fridge?

Not sure if those leftovers are still good? Don’t chance it—we have the answers to...

Here’s How Fast Butter Expires—and How to Know Your Butter Is Bad

Does butter expire? It certainly does, but how you store it has a lot to...

How to Recycle Your Old Mattress: 6 Easy Options

Dreaming of getting a new bed? Before you do, read up on mattress recycling to...

10 Ways to Upcycle Old Clothes

Upcycling clothes is easier than you think. Here’s how to take something old and DIY...

What Is Climate Anxiety, and How to Manage It for Peace of Mind

Climate anxiety is a valid response to the very real threats against our environment, and...

Does Putting a Quarter on a Cup of Frozen Water Before a Major Storm Actually Work?

Putting a quarter on a frozen cup of water is a simple storm-preparation trick, but...

12 Etiquette Mistakes Everyone Makes When Shopping

Yep, that means you! Here are the missteps you’re probably making every time you head...

How to Clean a Refrigerator Inside and Out, According to Cleaning Pros

Food is only as clean as the refrigerator you store it in. Here's what the...

Here’s What Those Plastic Recycling Numbers and Symbols Really Mean

Recycling can be confusing enough as it is. To help, here's what those little numbers...

What Is Freezer Burn—and How Do You Prevent It?

Ice crystals on your frozen chicken? Shriveled lettuce in your fridge? You might be dealing...