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9 Things You’re Better Off Tossing and Replacing When You Move

By KAITLYN CHAMBERLIN, RD.com

Packing is hard enough. Lighten your load by ditching these nine items for a fresh start in your new home.

7 Surprisingly Germy Kitchen Items You Never Think to Clean

By Lauren Gelman, RD.com

The sponge and the sink are obvious culprits, but new research shows that other everyday kitchen objects can also harbor germs that can cause foodborne illnesses or worse.

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The 6 Hidden Strengths of Being a Messy Person

By Molly Pennington, PHD, RD.com

Why do neat freaks get all the credit? Messy people have the edge: they’re relaxed, flexible, and possibly more intelligent.

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12 Things You Should Never, Ever Pour Down the Drain

By Morgan Cutolo, RD.com

It might be convenient to just rinse with water and flush it down the drain. But trust us, it’s worth it to throw it in the trash instead.

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10 Most Common Causes of House Fires in Canada

Reader's Digest Canada

The chief causes of house fires are clear—and so are the ways to avoid them. Here’s what you need to know about preventing 10 common hazards.

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Who Knew? 7 Unexpected Health Benefits of Spring Cleaning

By Claire Nowak, RD.com

This season, “cleaning” is about more than just tidying up your house.

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20 Things You Should Be Cleaning with a Toothbrush

By Reader's Digest Editors, RD.com

Most of us clean using sponges, cloths, dusters, vacuums, etc. but sometimes your most effective tool is sitting right in your bathroom.

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7 Simple Solutions for Tough Stains

From Five Minute Fixes, Reader's Digest Canada

No need to cry over spilled ink or coffee! Just try these laundering strategies to save your favourite garment from spills, sweat stains, mildew, and more.

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These 15 Packing Hacks Will Make Your Next Move as Stress-Free as Possible

By Laura Richards, RD.com

If the thought of packing for a move is already stressing you out, you’ve come to the right place. Here, find brilliant tips, tricks, and shortcuts to make moving to your next place easier than ever.

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9 Fast Tricks to Clean Your House While You Sleep

By Kelsey Kloss, RD.com

Some chores can take care of themselves while you snooze.

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11 Brilliant Cleaning Shortcuts Lazy People Will Appreciate

By Brooke Nelson, RD.com

For starters, make the dishwasher your best friend for cleaning everything—including shoes!

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Where to Take Your Unwanted Household Items

By Caitlin Agnew, Reader's Digest Canada

Eager to get rid of the unwanted household items you’ve collected while spring cleaning? This handy guide tells you where to take everything from kitchen gear to prescription medication.

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5 Simple Tips to Organize Every Room in Your Home

By Caitlin Agnew, Reader's Digest Canada

Overwhelmed by spring cleaning? Here, experts share strategies to bust clutter and organize your home, one room at a time.

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Spring Closet Cleaning: 14 Ideas From Professional Organizers

By Chandni Jhunjhunwala, RD.com

Experts share their best insider tips to get your closet in shape for spring.

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8 Spring Cleaning Tips That Will Make Life Easier

From RD.com

Ready to give your home a top-to-bottom buffing? Once you’ve covered these major tasks, you’ll have your home spring-cleaned in no time.

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Genius Uses for Baby Wipes You Never Thought to Try

By Juliana Labianca, RD.com

Forget wiping baby bums! Create scent sachets, clean your pet, craft a travel jewelry box, and more.

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How to Clean Silver: 13 Weird Tricks That Really Work

By Alyssa Jung

Make your tarnished silver and dull jewelry shine like new after a cleaning with these common household items.

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8 Common Items That Remove Blood Stains

BY TAYLOR SHEA FROM THE BOOK EXTRAORDINARY USES FOR ORDINARY THINGS

Wondering how to remove blood stains? Work as quickly as possible with these household items to save your soiled clothes.

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4 Things You Should Never Flush Down the Toilet

By James Jackson, readersdigest.ca

Thought it was safe to flush this common household trash? Think again! Here are four things that should be tossed into the garbage can-not flushed down the toilet.

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10 Easy Tips for Cleaning Your Microwave, Stovetop and Oven

From Baking Soda, Banana Peels, Baby Oil and Beyond

Could your kitchen use a deep-clean? Banishing burned-on gunk and grease is a breeze with these easy microwave, stovetop and oven cleaning tips.

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