Newsletter 7/2/18: Got Debt? Download These Apps

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No Diggity, No Debt

Got debt? Join the very large club of people paying it off month after month. Don’t go it alone by downloading apps to help you out. Debt Payoff Planner, for example, will help you create a step-by-step repayment plan for no fee (because you have enough of those TBH). [Student Loan Hero]

Life Hack Of The Day: Microwave Edition

Deep clean your microwave by microwaving a bowl of water for two to three minutes. The steam will loosen any food particles you need to wipe off.

Power Up

Alkaline Foods

You might be familiar with acidic and alkaline foods and how they do different things to your body. While research is still limited, maintaining an alkaline diet comes with some solid benefits. Eating lots of green veggies and steering clear of dairy could strengthen your immune system and keep you strong with a variety of vitamins.  [Swirled]

Going Ham

Wish you could touch your toes? Work on your hamstrings with stretches like pyramid pose. Step your right foot back so that your feet are three feet apart. Turn your right toes out to a 45-degree angle and keep your left foot facing forward. Hinge forward from the hip joint, bringing your torso toward the top of your left thigh, and feel the stretch. [Swirled]

All Around Me Are Familiar Faces…

Ever feel super alone in public or at a party even though you’re surrounded by people? Research shows that while the world population is increasing by 200,000 people daily, a lack of physical interaction is inducing feelings of social isolation. It’s sadly hurting our health. The solution? Connect with others IRL! [Quartz]

Get It Done

Phony Finance

Forget that financial adviser. Look to your phone to give you all the info you need on budgeting, saving and even investing. Digit can help you start saving on a small scale, while Fidelity can help you take your money knowledge to the next level by teaching you how to invest. [Swirled]

Mission Possible

According to a recent LinkedIn report, there’s only one thing millennials value in a career over money: a company’s mission. In fact, 71 percent of full-time workers said they’d take a pay cut to join an organization that shares their values and beliefs. [Well+Good]

Savor Each Bite

All ‘Choked Up

The next time you stumble upon sunchokes, AKA Jerusalem artichokes, at your local farmers market, snag a few for roasting. With just a little olive oil and some spices, these root vegetables come alive on your dinner plate like you wouldn’t believe. We’re putting them in all our side dishes this summer. [Swirled]

Escar-Go For It

French dining can be one of the most indulgent experiences, but it doesn’t have to wreck your diet. Lean into options like mussels, salad niçoise and, of course, escargot, to enjoy the best flavors and nutritional benefits at the same time. [Swirled]

Recipe Of The Day

The vegetarian life is far from boring when you throw this cauliflower and chickpea curry into the mix! Perfectly rich and hearty, this weeknight pick will leave your tummy and taste buds feeling super satisfied. [Naturally Ella]

Pack Your Bags

Sleep Like The Swiss Do

Dreaming of finally unplugging and catching up on all that shut-eye you’ve been missing? A tipi Airbnb in a lush forest in Ticino, the Southern region of Switzerland, is calling your name. It’s the ideal getaway for nature lovers who want to destress in a minimalist, stunning environment. [Swirled]

Funky Fresh

If you love beer as much as you love fresh produce, it’s time to head to Szimpla Kert, Budapest’s original ruin bar. Stock up on fruits, veggies, cured meats and hand-canned jam by day and get your drink on by night. Now, that’s our favorite kind of one-stop shop. [Swirled]

Not So Safe After All

When you book travel online and opt into the insurance offered, do you know exactly what you’re getting? Travel insurance plans vary dramatically when it comes to things like flight cancellation coverage, kidnapping and everything in between. The one thing you should def pony up for if you’re going abroad? Foreign emergency medical coverage. Don’t skimp on the important stuff. [The New York Times]

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