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This week, we discuss microplastics (the small pieces of plastic that shed off many products), how they may impact your health, and how to mitigate exposure.
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Microplastics Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Avoid Eating Them.The Best Water Filter Pitcher and DispenserThe Best Under-Sink Water FilterProducts We Recommend:
Pitcher Filter: Brita Standard Everyday PitcherUnder Sink Filter: Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max FlowGlass Food Containers: Pyrex Simply Store 9-Pack Mixed Sized Glass Food Storage SetKatie Recommends: Yoga Tune Up Therapy BallsWe independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more›
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A natural disaster can happen to anyone, at any time. Are you prepared? Here’s our best advice on what to have on hand.
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The Best Emergency Preparedness SuppliesHow to Clean a Flooded BasementEverything I Did to Flood-Proof My Old House The Best Hurricane Preparedness Supplies and Strategies for 2024The Best Gear for Your Bug-Out BagProducts We Recommend:
Best rigid water container: Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7-GallonBest flashlight: ThruNite Archer 2A V3Best floating solar lantern: LuminAid Titan 2-in-1 Power LanternBest weather radio: Midland ER310Best portable solar charger: BigBlue 28W USB Solar ChargerBest multi-tool: Leatherman Skeletool CXFolding saws Harry likes: Silky Pocketboy 130 mm Folding Saw Medium Teeth 340-13, Silky Professional BIGBOY Folding Saw 360mm Large Teeth (354-36), Silky Zubat Curved Hand Saw 270mm Large Teeth (270-27) Harry’s favorite recent purchase: AquatabsWe independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more›
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We’re getting nerdy about sheets–why you might be unhappy with your current set, how to pick ones you’ll actually love, and the marketing scams to avoid.
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The Best SheetsThe Best Cotton SheetsThe Joy (and Anxiety) of Sleeping on $2,000 SheetsBest Linen SheetsBest Flannel SheetsWhat Is the Best Thread Count for Sheets?Should You Spring For Egyptian Cotton Sheets?Products we recommend:
280-Thread-Count Pima Cotton Percale SheetsJCPenney's Wrinkle Guard’s 400 Thread Count Sateen SheetsL.L.Bean Ultrasoft Comfort Flannel Sheet SetJackie Recommends: SwoverallsWe independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more›
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What you need to know before giving your kid a phone, plus the Wirecutter-tested trackers, smartwatches, and phones to consider.
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The Best First Phones for KidsThe Best Smartwatches for KidsThe Best Parental Control Apps to Manage Screen Time (and Keep Your Kid Safer Online)Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World by Dr. Devorah HeitnerGrowing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World by Dr. Devorah HeitnerProducts we recommend:
Apple AirTagTile MateBark PhonePinwheelApple iPhone SE (3rd generation, 128 GB)Verizon Gizmo Watch 3Apple Watch SE GPS + CellularCheck out more NYT podcast coverage about the recent push to ban phones in schools from The Daily and Hard Fork.
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Expert tips to waste less food — and save on your grocery bill — from Wirecutter kitchen editor Marilyn Ong and New York Times Cooking deputy editor Genevieve Ko.
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Best Food Storage ContainersBest Dry Food Storage ContainersThe Best Vacuum SealerKitchen Compost Bins We LoveProducts We Recommend
Rubbermaid Brilliance Pantry Food Storage ContainersAnova Precision Vacuum Sealer ProCuisinart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls with LidsWe independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more›
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Our best-in-class advice to breathing a little easier.
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The Best Air Purifier The $650 LifeStraw Max Water Filter Can Save You From Contaminated WaterHow Can I Clear My Air of Wildfire Smoke?How to DIY An Air PurifierProducts We Recommend
Coway Airmega AP-1512HH MightyLifeStraw MaxKnipex Carpenters’ End Cut PliersWe independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more›
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We’re going deep on laundry—what you’re probably doing wrong, how to actually pretreat stains, and the tips and tricks to make it all easier.
Additional Reading
The Best Laundry DetergentSo You Stained Your Shirt? Now WhatThe Best Stain RemoversThe Best Detergent for Hand-Washing ClothesThis Steamy Grill Brush Makes Me Excited to Clean My GrillProducts We Recommend
Tide Ultra Oxi Powder Laundry DetergentTide Free & Gentle Liquid Laundry DetergentDirty Labs Free & Clear Bio Laundry DetergentAmodex Ink & Stain RemoverRestoration Fabric CleanerWe independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more›
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Our new podcast aims to solve your everyday problems, with life-changing tips, tricks and product recommendations from Wirecutter’s best-in-class journalists. Find out more at nytimes.com/wirecutter.
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