All of the countertop water filters we test use carbon filtration to clean tap water. These filters are lined with black granular activated carbon, which, like a magnet to metal, pulls solid and gas contaminants from the water and air that flows through it. Activated carbon-block technology is good at filtering funky tastes and odors,…
When you set up kids mode, you’ll be prompted to put in your child’s name and their birthday, which allows Amazon to recommend books appropriate for their age. You can make multiple kid profiles, but you’ll need a PIN or passcode to switch off kids mode and return to regular Kindle mode. I set up…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than a quarter of Americans live with disabilities, and 12.2 percent of those have difficulty moving around independently. Disability is the one minority group that anyone could join through illness or injury. And as we age, muscle weakness and other issues can cause difficulties walking…
They’re Only for Hard FloorsDon’t mistake a combo vacuum-mop with a dedicated carpet cleaner. In fact, they can’t be used on carpet at all. While vacuum mops do suck up some of the liquid they dispense, the suction power isn’t sufficient to remove all the liquid from the carpet, often leaving it wet. And because…
According to Hartman, getting a smooth, even finish is all about the prep. “Exfoliation is one of the most important prep steps for self-tanner,” he says. It gets rid of dead skin so you’re not layering product on top of rough patches, which is how you end up with darker knees and ashy elbows. “Pay…
Shingrix, the current shingles vaccine, creates a robust immune system reaction, which in turn helps your body build a strong defense against shingles. That process can lead to some discomfort, such as a few days of muscle aches, fever, pain, chills, and fatigue. In fact, 78 percent of people reported experiencing injection site pain after…
Over several years, consumer advocacy groups criticized Ring’s RFA program, with many asking CR and other product review outlets to stop recommending Ring products. (CR’s evaluations are based on its own independent product testing, and we did not change our ratings.) In 2021, the company completed a two-year audit of its Neighbors network with the New…
The recalled formula was sold at ByHeart.com and at major retailers nationwide, the FDA says. ByHeart is sold at Amazon, Kroger, Sam’s Club, Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods, among other stores. The illnesses were first reported in August 2025, with the last illness onset reported in November 2025. Lot Numbers Recalled • Batch Code: 251261P2; use-by…
In general, chicken noodle, minestrone, and lentil soups can be good for you, although the sodium content may be a concern (more on that later). The soups in our tests were fairly low in calories (about 100 to 200 per cup) and saturated fat (about 1 to 4 grams per cup); saturated fat is linked…
The caveat is that you cannot see your workout information on the watch if you have this passive method turned on. You can start the workout manually, but if you forget, the watch will not ping you 10 minutes into your workout to ask if you want to start tracking. Some folks may find that…