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Shannon Cooper

Shannon Cooper

Former Freelance writer
Author/Co-Author of 181 articles

Shannon Cooper has written about everything from pet care and travel to finance and plumbing in her seven years as a writer. Her work has appeared on The Manual, 21 Oak, ConsumerAffairs, Finance 101, and more. When she's not working, you can find her taking a nap with her cats, rewatching the same six tv shows over again (Bob's Burgers anyone?), wandering in the woods, and trying to teach herself how to draw.

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4 delicious natural energy drinks you can make at home

Learn how to mix up delicious natural energy drinks in your own kitchen
Chia seed, yogurt, and berry parfaits

6 go-to snack foods that improve memory

We eat snacks when we are feeling a little hungry or need an energy boost. These six snacks can also improve your memory.
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Skip the sweeteners with these naturally sweet teas

These teas have all the sweetness you could want—no sugar necessary.
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These 9 cute fall outfits will keep you warm and looking adorable

These cute fall outfits will keep you warm while looking on trend.
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The best summer fashion trends for pear-shaped women

Pear-shaped women should try out these summer fashion trends.
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5 of the best places to buy women’s t-shirts

These 5 places offer high-quality t-shirts and sustainable practices.
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Blazers don’t have to be boring. We show you how to up your style quotient

We will show you how to make a blazer look stylish now that it's almost time to add a layer.
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Why you need to add face cream to your beauty routine

Too many women skip face cream as part of their daily ritual, but that’s a mistake. Here’s why.
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These are the best non-wool hiking socks for women

Your socks are as important as your boots when you are out on a hike. We look at the best non-wool brands to keep your feet comfortable and healthy.
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MasterClass has a dozen shows about cooking: Are they worth it?

Thinking of a MasterClass in cooking? We’ll tell you if they are worth the time and money
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What are the benefits to going vegan?

Going vegan isn’t for everyone — here’s how to tell if it’s right for you
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What does workwear look like in a remote world?

With more people working from home, the rules around workwear are changing.
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How to discover and support Black-owned businesses during Black History Month (and beyond)

These are the best ways to find Black-owned businesses to support
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10 indulgent desserts you can make in a 9×13 pan

If you have a 9x13 pan, you can whip up dozens of delicious desserts in no time at all. Here are the recipes for your first 10.
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Trader Joe’s Everything but the Bagel copycat recipe: Easy homemade everything bagel seasoning recipe

People rave about Trader Joe's Everything But the Bagel seasoning. Here's how you can make it at home.
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Walmart has a great deal on these fantastic vitamin C skincare products

Vitamin C is a vital part of any beauty regimen, and these Walmart deals are too good to pass up.
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5 things you need to create a 100% DIY charcuterie board

Charcuterie boards are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Here's what you need to make yours better than ever.
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5 high-quality t-shirts that won’t fall apart

The classic t-shirt is a timeless staple. These options won’t fall apart after one wash.
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Make your workday less stressful with these 5 desk essentials

Working will never be totally stress-free, but you can make it a little more relaxing with these five workspace essentials.
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5 healthy recipes for potassium-rich foods you can make in under 30 minutes

Potassium is an important part of our diets that is often over-looked. These 5 health recipes will make it easy to add potassium to your diet.
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Twitter is squawking about these 10 most-hated brands

These brands have the most negative comments on Twitter, but that doesn't necessarily add up to a loss in sales.
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How bad is global warming and is it too late to make things better?

Global warming is already affecting the way we live. Is it too late to change its effects?
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How to style sweatpants so you don’t look like you just rolled out of bed

Try these tips to help you look stylish, not sloppy in your sweatpants.
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15 healthy soup recipes you should be serving your family this winter

Try out these amazing hearty and healthy soup recipes to keep the chill off.
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Turn your favorite seasonal foods into great snacks with these ideas

These in-season foods are the perfect healthy snacks.
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This is how to select the best in-season veggies at the grocery store

Picking in-season veggies is easy when you know what to look for
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The mental health benefits of exercising regularly

Regular exercise does as much good for your mind as your body. We tell you how exercise ups your mental game.
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Even meat-lovers will enjoy these 5 delicious hearty vegan soup recipes

These hearty vegan soups will warm you and keep you satisfied, even if you are a meat lover!
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How reverse taring makes baking easier and more fun

Anyone familiar with baking - especially bread - knows what taring is. But what about reverse taring? We'll tell you how it makes your baking easier.
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8 fall sweaters that are trending right now

Sweater weather is back! Check out these 8 trendy styles you will want to add to your wardrobe.
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6 imaginative ways to use leftover turkey

Tired of turkey sandwiches? Try these imaginative recipes to use up your leftover turkey.
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4 best no-nut butters that will help you forget peanut butter

Do you have nut allergies? These nutless spreads are so delicious you won't care.
Creamy carrot soup with croutons

The 8 best hearty winter soup and stew recipes to try right now

Fall is here and it's time for comfort food. Try these hearty soup and stew recipes to warm up as the chill sets in.
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4 dishes you can cook in your air fryer for Thanksgiving dinner

Free up some space in the oven by cooking these delicious dishes in your air fryer.
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The 6 best Thanksgiving desserts we found on Pinterest

If you are looking for easy desserts for Thanksgiving, you should try these six we found on Pinterest.