All news on the topic: Life hacks

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People are only just realising clever reason some spatulas have holes in
Many people don't tend to think too much about which spatula they use when cooking food, but it turns out there's a few really good, and some unexpected reasons, why you should pick one with holes
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Woman shares hack to get rid of under eye bags - and it 'barely costs anything'
A savvy skincare guru has shared her go-to hack for banishing under-eye bags and claims it 'barely costs anything' when compared with expensive serums and creams
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Gardeners must complete November job to avoid nasty 'rotting' in winter
All gardeners know that November is an important time to prepare their green space ahead of the fast-approaching winter months, but there is one job you absolutely should not neglect at this time of year or you could end up with some serious levels of rotting in your garden
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Tasty hot drink could prevent frailty in later life - and improve heart health
Caffeinated hot drinks have been found to improve strength in your later life and even prevent an early death, so there is really no better excuse to get the kettle on
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Drivers praise 'life-saving' hack that quickly defogs car windows
Defogging your car in the morning before work can be a tiresome job that adds time on to your daily commute, but this quick, four-step hack will do the job incredibly quickly
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Hero 37p item that lifts stubborn toilet limescale with 'no scrubbing'
If left untreated for a long time, limescale can become an issue that is difficult to remove, but this super easy hack will make sure it is gone for good - and it only costs 37p
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'Incredible' way to make perfect poached eggs without a pan or white vinegar
Poached eggs are delicious, but sometimes tricky to get right. This new approach will leave you with a tasty plate every time and you don't even need a pan to do it
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Cleaning fans swear by 29p ingredient to melt away kettle limescale in minutes
The best all-purpose cleaner is probably sitting in your kitchen cupboard right now - and it will work wonders on your kettle when it comes to limescale build-up
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Experts share £2 radiator trick that stops heat loss and slashes energy bills
Keeping the costs of energy bills down is a big concern for many people as we head into winter, but this expert-approved £2 hack will help you make the most of your central heating
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Best 30p solution to stopping condensation 'wreaking havoc' on your windows
Condensation can lead to some expensive issues in your home if it is left unchecked, but this hack will help get rid of the issue for good and it only costs a mere 30p
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Monty Don shares the 'best way' to remove slippery algae from patios
Paved areas in gardens like paths and patios have a reputation of being low maintenance, but if you don't remove algae or moss this November you could end up with a 'dangerous' situation on your hands
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Popular takeaway food can 'weaken memory and focus', according to nutritionist
A health expert has revealed the effect processed food has on our brains - and the health risks that can come from eating unhealthy foods on a regular basis
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Simple exercise while you sit can improve posture - and help improve your sleep
Many people who have office jobs can find themselves being sedentary for much of the day, but luckily an expert has shared the exercise method you can implement in your daily life to help improve your bad posture - and it's quick and simple
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Cooking bacon in the air fryer can be serious safety hazard, food expert warns
A food expert has warned Brtis of the danger of using an air fryer to cook bacon as it could lead to food poisoning and chaos in the kitchen as fat can drip down and cause smoke or splatter
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Defrosting windscreens with leftover pumpkin in a 'gamechanger', car experts say
Pumpkins at Halloween are all part of the spooky celebrations - but what can you do with them once its all over? Car experts have come up with a surprising suggestion
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Experts issue urgent warning on leaving 'deadly' pumpkins out after Halloween
Carving pumpkins and using them as lanterns for Halloween is a lot of fun, but disposing of them incorrectly and leaving them outside your home could have deadly consequences
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'My radiator trick stops heat from escaping my home - and it's completely free'
If your home lets in a lot of draft from outside, you might find that heat escapes out - not ideal for those wanting to save money. But luckily, a thrifty woman has found a genius hack to stop it from happpening
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Builder explains key cause of damp, how to fix it - and main signs to look for
The arrival of winter and dropping temperatures can cause condensation and damp to turn into mould. Luckily, a builder has pointed out the signs to look for, and offered his theory as to why it could happen, as well as showed how to fix it
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Gardener shares genius 13p hack to make peace lilies 'grow faster'
Peace lilies produce white to off-white 'flowers' starting in the early summer and can continue to bloom throughout the year in the right conditions. Now one woman has shared her secret to making it flower faster
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Woman shares genius wine bottle hack to keep it fresher for longer
A woman has gone viral for sharing her surprising hack for wine bottles, which is supposed to keep it fresher for longer, and people can't believe they are only just hearing about it
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Mum hails £4 'miracle' combo for making her shower spotlessly clean in minutes
A woman in Australia has shared her quick and easy hack to get your glass shower door sparkling clean in no time - and you only need two items costing as little as £4 in total
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Disgusting reason your pillow turns yellow - and free way to fix it
Yellow pillows have been a hot topic of debate recently, with conversation turning to why it happens and how to get rid of the stains. Luckily, a bedding expert has offered an easy solution
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Woman transofrms rustry drain using bottle of tomato sauce
A woman has divided the internet for her unusual way of cleaning rust in her bathroom - the scrub-free method has taken cleaners by surprise as it leaves an incredible shine
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Italian expert shares 'disastrous' water mistake we're making when cooking pasta
Most people have at least one pasta dish in their weekly rotation, but there's one common mistake that a lot of us are making when cooking - and it starts with one of the very first steps
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You've been eating burgers wrong all this time as foodie hails 'better' way
A food fan has claimed we've all been eating burgers the wrong way our entire lives - and his method helps keep the juices inside the bun as well as holding the burger's shape