Costco’s New “Buttery Soft” Clothing Is $125 Cheaper Than Aritzia Shutterstock We’d be lying if we said that we didn’t sometimes make a trip to Costco just for the clothes . The wholesaler knocks it out of the park in about every shopping category imaginable, but its apparel section ranks supreme. From clothing basics like classic tees and socks to discounted items from name-brand labels—including Lands End, Calvin Klein, and Nautica—shoppers scour Costco’s apparel tables for stylish, affordable finds....

Dillard’s Clearance Centers Selling Designer Items for as Low as $8 Shutterstock Stepping into a Dillard’s is like stepping into Candyland—but instead of sugar and sweets, there are brightly colored handbags, sophisticated dresses, and beauty counters overflowing with makeup and skincare products. The only thing that stops us from shopping there all the time is the price. (We love a pretty tunic as much as the next person, but the thought of dropping $220 on one makes our heads swirl....

Discount Chain Five Below Is Changing 400 Locations to Higher-Priced Stores Helen89 / Shutterstock Five Below is a reliable destination for novelty items , games, and gadgets, making it a great place to shop for party supplies or affordable gifts. For almost two decades, items were priced as the name suggests—below $5—but in 2019, price tags were upped , Forbes reported. In an explanatory note to customers, the retailer said that it had to raise tech item prices above $5 in order to “keep providing the products you love,” calling the initiative “Ten Below Tech....

Do These 5 Things Now to Winterize Your Home and “Save Thousands of Dollars” Try_my_best / Shutterstock Preparing for winter isn’t just about hanging string lights and busting out the sweaters. As the temperature starts to drop, your home also needs some extra attention. In fact, failing to adequately winterize your home can end costing you money in the long term, according to a recent viral Instagram post from Barbara “Babs” Costello , the stratospherically popular lifestyle influencer known as @brunchwithbabs....

Doctors Discover the Optimal Time to Take Your Blood Pressure Medicine iStock It’s estimated that nearly half of all U.S. adults have hypertension, or high blood pressure , which is a risk factor for heart disease and stroke. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), only about 59 percent are aware that they have hypertension—roughly the same number who are currently taking medication to lower their blood pressure....

Doctors Discover You Can Lose 60% More Weight By Dieting Just 3 Days a Week iStock From personal experience, I can say that counting calories is no fun. You have to scrutinize every bite you take, and it can remove a lot of the joy that comes with cooking or eating out. It can also be a slippery slope towards disordered eating patterns. But what if you only had to be super strict about your diet a few times a week to see significant changes on the scale?...

Doctors Reveal Health Risks Women Shouldn’t Ignore Shutterstock Women face a specific set of challenges when it comes to health issues, especially with aging . “Women have many unique health concerns — menstrual cycles, pregnancy, birth control, menopause — and that’s just the beginning,” says Harvard Health . “A number of health issues affect only women and others are more common in women. What’s more, men and women may have the same condition, but different symptoms....

Doctors Say This Heart-Healthy Diet Is “The Way to Go” for Lower Blood Pressure <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2669358914_1656_featured.jpg?quality=82&strip=1&resize=640%2C360" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Doctors Say This Heart-Healthy Diet Is “The Way to Go” for Lower Blood Pressure - 1”> Shutterstock Not all diets are passing fads: some have ample evidence to back up their health claims. Unfortunately, in some notable cases, there’s little correlation between evidence-backed endorsements from medical experts and real-world adoption. Some of the healthiest plans are glossed over in favor of the newest diets trending on TikTok—evidence be damned....

Dogs Cry With Joy When Their Owners Return Home, New Study Reveals iStock The deep bond between dogs and humans has been well-documented throughout history. It’s widely believed that King Frederick of Prussia was the first person to refer to these canine companions as “ man’s best friend ,” when he praised the unrivaled loyalty of his greyhound in the 1700s. And our love for dogs has only grown since. In June, Gucci introduced its first-ever luxury collection for pets, which includes a $7,500 dog bed and $460 poop bag holder....

Dollar General Is Opening 450 New Stores—Everything We Know So Far iStock No matter how you cut it, the current state of the retail industry is relatively bleak. A change in customer habits coupled with higher inflation has made it difficult for even major players to perform as they did less than a decade ago—including many that are closing locations . But not everyone is scaling back their brick-and-mortar operations: In rare cases, some companies are actually feeling optimistic and expanding....

Eating This Sweet Treat Daily Can Lower Your Diabetes Risk by 27%, New Research Shows Shutterstock Maintaining a healthy weight , a workout schedule, and a well-balanced diet (particularly one low in saturated fat and sugar) are a few simple yet impactful ways you can lower your diabetes risk. Another prevention tip? Eating more chocolate—but there’s a twist. According to a new study published in The British Medical Journal ( BMJ ), eating one serving of dark chocolate every day can significantly offset your chances of developing type 2 diabetes....

Experts Warn This Common Medication May Be Linked to Dementia Risk Shutterstock It’s not at all uncommon to have some Benadryl stashed in your medicine cabinet. The over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamine uses an active ingredient known as diphenhydramine to help the body counteract itchiness or seasonal allergies and to quell some low-grade allergic reactions. While it’s certainly helpful for finding relief in a pinch, experts say there could be some adverse long-term effects associated with its use—including an increase in dementia risk....

G-Stock Studio / Shutterstock Eye drops are a medicine cabinet necessity for many of us—and with spring fast approaching, they’re a must-have if you suffer from hay fever. You might also rely on them in the winter when your eyes are irritated or dry due to cold weather. Read on to find out which brands are affected, and what to do if you have them at home. READ THIS NEXT: If You Notice This With Your Eyes, Get Your Thyroid Checked, Doctors Say ....

FDA Issues New Alert on “Risk of Serious Injuries” From Sleep Medications iStock We all know how important it is for us to get those eight hours of sleep every night —but that’s often easier said than done. For one reason or another, you might find yourself tossing and turning instead of being able to wind down. And if that’s the case, your doctor may prescribe you medication to treat your insomnia....

FDA Recalls Oysters and Clams Linked to Norovirus Outbreak iStock Earlier this month, a large group gathered in Los Angeles to celebrate The Los Angeles Times’ list of the 101 best restaurants. On the menu were raw oysters, typically a celebratory delicacy, but in this case, anything but. As ABC News reports, at least 80 people got sickened with norovirus linked to the shellfish. Said oysters, along with Manila clams, have since been recalled by the U....

Filmmakers Behind “Bama Rush” Doc Had to Hire Security Detail After “Violent” Threats <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/bama-rush-main.png?strip=1&resize=640%2C360&quality=82" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“A screenshot from “Bama Rush” - 1”> Max / YouTube In the summer of 2021, #BamaRush went viral on TikTok with sorority hopefuls at the University of Alabama using the social media platform to show off their outfits for various recruitment events and discuss the strict rules of the Greek Life process. For those on the outside, these rituals were intriguingly foreign, but for those who were participating—or had participated—rushing a sorority was a bonding experience....

Fitness Trainers Agree This 5-Minute Workout Can Transform Your Body Shutterstock Getting in shape doesn’t have to mean spending hours at the gym—or hours anywhere. Even a small workout can yield huge benefits for your health and fitness , experts say. “But in this day and age, many (perhaps most) people don’t need to be physically active unless they choose to be,” says Harvard Health . “And most evidence suggests that the choice of the kind of activity is far less important than whether to be active at all....

Generation Names Explained: Millennials, Gen Alpha, and More Best Life People born around the same time in history are bound to have a few things in common, like their relationship with technology, politics, parenting styles, major news events, and economics. For most of the 20th century, we’ve categorized these groups into generations. Names like Generation X and Generation Z are likely familiar to most of us—but do you know about the Silent Generation or the Lost Generation?...

Grocery List Ideas: How to Get Everything You Need and Save Shutterstock Even though it’s something most of us do weekly, getting groceries can be an overwhelming experience. Supermarkets are stocked with endless variety, which can put you in decision paralysis as soon as you walk through the door. On top of that, things have gotten much more expensive, and that means spending extra time finding the best deals. Your stress levels might skyrocket when you see your total on the checkout screen—especially if you’re getting things you don’t really need....

He Played Jim Dial on “Murphy Brown.” See Charles Kimbrough Now at 85. Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images It’s not every TV show that becomes a talking point in national politics, but that’s exactly what happened with the iconic 1990s series Murphy Brown , starring Candice Bergen as an investigative journalist on a fictional television news show, when then-Vice President Dan Quayle criticized the show’s “ family values ” because it portrayed Murphy as a happy single mother....