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Paletas are a traditional Mexican ice pop. They are made in many different flavors and have many different filling options. They are very popular in the United States, especially in southern states like Texas. Recently, there has been a growing trend of drinking paleta juice out of shots glasses instead of pouring it into a bowl for people to scoop it out with a cup or spoon. This makes for an easier distribution method as well as an aesthetic one- it looks like a popsicle! Making paleta shots requires some timing and patience, but they are totally worth it. Buy…

Brewing your own coffee at home is a fun way to start your day. Finding the right coffee maker and brew method for you is the first step. There are automatic drip machines, pour-over, French press, and even espresso makers. Coffee makers come in different cup sizes as well as different brew amounts. Some make a full pot while others only make a few cups. There is also the 6-cup size which makes half a pot. How do you figure out how many cups of coffee a coffee maker makes? Well, we are going to tell you! To start, how…

Water is an essential element in life. We need it to survive, we need it to grow food, and we need it for lots of other things. Because of this, there are many ways to use water efficiently. One way is by knowing how much water you use every day, and altering your habits to reach your goal of how much water to drink per day. For example, if you aim for eight 8-oz glasses per day, you can achieve this by having two large bottles of water with a lid and two extra cups with water in the morning,…

When it comes to measuring liquid amounts, most people only think about cups and pints. While these are the most common, they are not the only ones! There are several other ways to measure liquids that are quite fascinating. For example, did you know that a half a pint is eight cups? Or that a quarter of a pint is two cups? When baking with liquids, it is especially important to pay attention to the liquid measurements. This is because when you mix too much liquid for the amount of flour used in the recipe, the end product will not…

The pint measurement has become a pretty standard measurement in the United States. Most grocery stores sell fruits and vegetables in pints, as well as milk and creme. However, the pint measurement is not an official measurement like the cup or tablespoon. Pint refers to a container size, not a quantity. This is why there are so many discrepancies between the actual volume of strawberries in a pint and what the label says. How much does a pint of strawberries weigh? How many cups is a pint of strawberries? We will answer these questions for you! Measuring fruit can be…

Red snapper is a type of fish. It is most commonly referred to as a white fish, which can be confusing. Due to changing regulations and population numbers, it has become harder and harder to purchase true red snapper. Recently, widespread reports have stated that much of the red snapper being sold in restaurants and markets is not actually red snapper. Instead, it is a species of grouper that looks similar on the outside but has different DNA on the inside. This problem has gotten so bad that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued a warning about eating…

Virginity is a very significant thing in many people’s lives. Whether you identify as heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual, etc., losing virginity is a pretty big deal. Many people choose to wait until marriage to do so, while others do not. There is no judgment for which choice you make! For those that choose to wait until marriage, there is a way to restore your virginity after marriage. Alum can be used to restore the hymen and vaginal walls after intercourse. This is a pretty popular myth that many people believe in. However, it is not true! There are ways to test…

Vaginal relaxation is a term used to describe a condition where the walls of the vagina become loose. This can be due to childbirth, aging, or not exercising the vaginal muscles. Excess sweating from exercise can also contribute to vaginal relaxation as sweat removes oils from the skin. When these oils are not replaced, the vagina can become dry and brittle which allows the walls to separate. Fortunately, there are easy ways to tighten your vag with apple cider vinegar! This natural ingredient helps maintain healthy pH balance and kills bacteria, making it great for a vaginal spray. Acidic solutions…

Swallowing seeds is a common occurrence in everyday life. Whether eating a delicious fruit or grabbing a handful of grasses, coming into contact with seeds is easy. Most people would know that avocado seeds contain a chemical called oleic acid, which can be mildly irritating to the gut. For most people, swallowing an avocado seed will not cause much of an issue. Lemon seeds are another common seed to swallow. They are small and smooth, making them easy to drop down the throat without noticing. Luckily, lemon seeds are not too harmful! If you have ever had a lemonade and…

Dimples are a cute feature that people love to have and see on other people. Some people are born with them, but most people have to learn how to get dimples in the skin where fat doesn’t exist. Having dimples in the skin is a process that takes time and practice. You will not be able to do it right the first time, or maybe the second or third! Many people try to create dimples in the skin by pressing onto the surface of the flesh with either their finger or a sharp object like a toothpick. These attempts are…