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6 Unexpected Uses For Peanut Butter 

6 Unexpected Uses For Peanut Butter 

Peanut butter has been a staple of the American diet for as long as the country has existed. Peanut butter didn’t really become a thing until the 1890s. During the Great Depression, peanut butter gained widespread popularity due to meat shortages. The condiment is also effective for keeping lawn mower blades well-greased. Peanut butter is a great alternative to shaving cream. The oils even work as an effective conditioner! The oils can also be used to make shaving cream a little more luxurious. For more ideas, check out CNN.com/Shaving and follow us on Twitter @CNNShaving.

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13 Amazing Reasons to Use Ghee

13 Amazing Reasons to Use Ghee

Ghee is commonly found in southeastern Asian cuisine. Our ancestors began using it more than 3,000 years ago because they appreciated the real value of this rich and delicious food enhancer. Ghee contains antioxidants that can help you sustain a healthy immune system, fight disease, and keep you feeling young. Cooking with certain oils and fats increases the risk of developing cancer due to the fact that at high temperatures they become oxidized. On the other hand, because ghee has a very high smoke point, it is a great solution when you want to cook your foods without worrying about these dangerous threats.

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The Great Debate: Should We Be Eating Potatoes?

The Great Debate: Should We Be Eating Potatoes?

Americans eat an average of 55 pounds (25kg) of these tubers every year. One medium size Russet contains plenty of vitamin C and more potassium than a banana. You’ll also find fiber and protein in potatoes, something your body needs to maintain a healthy weight and curb hunger. As part of a balanced diet, they are the perfect compliment to fish, chicken, beef or pork. You can even make a hearty, delicious soup out of potatoes, ham, and vegetables. Of course, you should also include other vegetables and plenty of fruits in your diet.

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11 Easy Ways to Burn Fat While Sleeping

11 Easy Ways to Burn Fat While Sleeping

Studies have found that having a poor bedtime routine can undermine weight loss by 55%. Develop an evening routine that you do every night up to an hour before you go to sleep. Eating a healthy snack before bed will keep you from having midnight cravings. Ban the tech devices from the bedroom because they can lead to weight gain. Study: Hunter-gatherer tribes were prompted to go to sleep based on temperature drops. People who slept in the darkest room were around 20% less likely to be obese. Find the right sleeping position by the time we kick the bucket, on average we sleep 30 years of our lives away.

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