Buying the right hot tub is not an easy task. You have to be aware of quite a few red flags before making the purchase. Its cozy facade tricks you into buying it without giving it a thought. Sneaky additional charges, low-quality tubs, and wrong sizes are often overlooked in a hurry to bring home that dreamy tub. Here’s a checklist you can go through before you pick out your hot tub. Narrow down to well-known hot-tub manufacturers Look out for the hot tub mavens that have credible reviews. You can then trust them to deliver quality. Their websites will also have product specifications in detail. If they have a good reputation, you’ll know that you are not taking a flier. The top-notch hot-tub manufacturing companies will also give you a full warranty on the hot tub. Finalize on a few good ones and then compare and pick the company that suits you best. Find the right hot-tub size Decide on the size based on the number of people using the hot tub at a time. You might need more space if you’re looking to host hot-tub parties. Check to see if you have enough area in or around your house to place the hot tub.

Landed your first job? Well, it does come with some financial independence. You might get excited about those extra dollars and a shiny new credit card. While a credit card is of great use for essential requirements, it could lead you down a slippery slope with thousands of dollars of debt if not managed well. Here are some tips and tricks that will help you use credit cards to your benefit. Don’t spend more than you earn/save This is the most basic yet the most important tip to avoid credit card debt. Contrary to popular belief, credit cards are not a source of free money. Make sure you have a fixed spending budget every month. If you overshoot the budget, then you should avoid using your credit card. Avoid cash withdrawals Credit card companies charge you more interest on cash withdrawals than they do on credit purchases. Hence, it is advisable to avoid any and all cash withdrawals from your credit cards and save those points for emergency situations only. Leave credit cards at home If you find yourself making spontaneous and unnecessary purchases on your credit card on a whim, it would be good to leave your credit card at home in a safe place.

Top brands are going head to head to create the best smartphone in the market. Smartphone giants like Samsung and Apple, are now bringing sleeker designs, sharper cameras, and high-quality screens. Brands like OnePlus have stepped up their game too, innovating the space and adding high-tech features to flagship phones that are also affordable. There are plenty of choices out there. To help you decide, here are five smartphones that are leading the pack. Samsung Galaxy S20 This is a top-notch smartphone from Samsung, its Wireless Power Share lets you charge both, your phone and your Galaxy Watch, wirelessly! With AI-powered Single Take and Space Zoom camera features, it tops all previous Samsung Galaxy models. Also, with a 120Hz refresh rate, it makes scrolling effortless. But what really gets your attention is the Infinity-O Display. It reduces blue light emission and still delivers high-accuracy colors. If you’re looking for a high-end smartphone, this is the one! iPhone 11 Pro The Pro range is the best that the iPhone has to offer. This 5.8-inch model has the most convenient and handy size. You get a bright and color-rich screen because of its Super Retina XDR display. Let’s not forget its pro feature – the camera.

Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is characterized as an inherited neurodegenerative disorder in which the person has no control over the movement of their muscles. This neurological condition is the result of the loss of nerve cells in the spinal cord and brainstem. Most commonly babies and children are affected by this motor neuron disorder. Research is still on to find ways to completely cure this disorder and the FDA has so far approved two gene treatment options. Treatment options for spinal muscular atrophy The two approved treatment options of spinal muscular atrophy are forms of gene therapy that work with the affected SMA genes. Marketed by AveXis/Novartis, Zolgensma is a gene replacement therapy approved for all types of SMA for patients under 2 years of age. The second treatment includes using Nusinersen, which can be prescribed to children diagnosed with SMN type-1 mutation to adult-onset SMA type-4. Zolgensma treatment This gene replacement treatment involves replacing the affected SMN1 gene and is prescribed to children below two years of age. This method uses a genetically engineered virus that is directly inserted into the group of motor neuron cells. The procedure is performed only once by inserting a tiny tube inserted in a vein in the arm or hand.

We have never, so strongly, felt the need for a home gym. However, with our gyms shut due to the pandemic, we need to bring gym equipment home. With a gym indoors, you can stay fit while staying safe. A good home gym is marked by quality equipment. Top brands make gym gears that do the work with finesse. We mean equipment that has a perfect mix of build and style. Check out these high-end gym gears from top brands. NordicTrack T Treadmill NordicTrack is a brand that makes top-notch gym equipment. Their T series treadmill has pre-programmed workouts that are put together by certified trainers. It also has an innovative space-saving design with an exceptional 20”x55” thread length size. It’s easy to lift and store — two factors that make it apt for a home gym. Also, with its in-built MP3 dock, you can work out to your beat without any hassle. Bowflex SelectTech 552 – Two Adjustable Dumbbells With 15 sets of weights, these dumbbells by Blowflex are heavy duty! It uses a dial system making it an exquisite model. You can adjust the weight from 5 to up to 52.5 pounds. This rules out buying multiple dumbbells that only clutter your gym space.

Summer, the season of garden picnics and barbeques, has arrived! Whether it is catching up on a sports game, organizing a brunch in the backyard, or simply celebrating the arrival of summer, it is always fun to have company over at home during this time; and summer soirees are hardly ever complete without cocktails in tow. So here are some quick and easy cocktail recipes that will add a splash of fun to your summer get-togethers. Margarita This classic drink is sweet and invigorating and is made using fresh lime juice, simple syrup, triple sec, salt, and some tequila. This drink is a shaken cocktail and has just the right amount of lemony zing, making it a refreshing addition to a summer party. Based on your personal preference, this drink can also be stirred or served on the rocks. Tequila sunrise This bright, summery drink is made using tequila, triple sec (optional), and grenadine and orange juices. It is made by first pouring grenadine juice into a glass. After this, the triple sec and tequila are shaken with some crushed ice. This mixture is then added to the grenadine juice, with the resulting mix depicting the hues of a rising sun.