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Lifestyle is about everyday life: where we travel, what we eat and wear, how we live at home, how we work and what we do with our free time. We cover travel news and planning, food and drink, clothing, home and living, work and careers, culture, and wellbeing in the broad sense of feeling settled and in control of daily life. Our guides are written to be used. Where we give practical advice, such as how to cut household energy use, store food safely or choose a winter coat, we base it on guidance from official bodies, consumer organisations or recognised experts, and we link to it so you can check the details for your own situation. When we write about products, places or services, we explain how we chose them, and we never accept payment for a recommendation, as our editorial policy sets out. Rules and prices change, so we date our guides and update them when they go out of date. Research on diet, exercise and sleep is covered in Health, and news that affects your rights as a consumer appears in General. Every article lists its sources and shows whether it has been fact checked.

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Lifestyle: frequently asked questions

How long can I keep leftovers in the fridge?
Food safety agencies generally advise refrigerating leftovers within two hours of cooking and eating them within three to four days. Keep your fridge at 5°C (41°F) or below, reheat food until it is steaming hot all the way through, and throw away anything you are unsure about.
How can I reduce my household energy use?
Common, cheap steps include switching to LED bulbs, turning the heating thermostat down slightly, sealing draughts around doors and windows, running washing machines and dishwashers only when full, and switching devices off rather than leaving them on standby. Your energy supplier or a government energy advice service can suggest options for your home.
What is a capsule wardrobe?
A capsule wardrobe is a small collection of versatile clothes that can be mixed and matched into many outfits, often built around a few colours that go together. The idea is to own fewer pieces and wear each one more often, which can save money, reduce waste and make getting dressed quicker.