David Beckham Was “Like an Addict” After Meeting Victoria, Teammate Says Dave Hogan/Getty Images RELATED: Ali MacGraw “Knew” She’d Have Affair With Co-Star Steve McQueen: “I Was Obsessed.” John Giles – PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images Victoria and David first met in 1997 when she attended a Manchester United game while David was on the team and ended up giving him her phone number. But, even before this, the footballer had expressed interest in Victoria after seeing her with the Spice Girls on TV....

Dermatologists Share the Best At-Home Hacks to Reduce Dark Circles Shutterstock There are many causes for dark undereye circles , from genetics to lifestyle choices. “The cause of dark circles is always multifactorial,” board-certified dermatologist Bradley Glodny , MD, tells Allure . “Patients often think it’s one factor, but usually if you address just one, you’re not going to get the best results. The skin around our eyes is already some of the thinnest skin on our bodies, which is why it’s so prone to showing underlying blood vessels and musculature....

Divorce Rings: How to Repurpose Your Engagement and Wedding Jewelry iStock When filing for divorce, deciding what to do with your wedding bands is likely the last thing on your mind. There is paperwork to fill out, living arrangements to organize, and, of course, emotional turmoil to sort through. But once the dust has settled, you might find yourself wondering how to broach the subject. And, as new trends in marriage and divorce emerge, you might think: What is a divorce ring?...

Doctor Reveals the No. 1 Eating Habit That Wakes You Up at Night Shutterstock If you tend to wake up in the middle of the night between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m., there may be a physiological reason behind that frustrating sleep disruption —one that has less to do with stress or screen time and more to do with what’s happening metabolically while you rest. According to Kelsey Jordan , DC, a chiropractor and Health Restoration Practitioner at The Wellness Way in Brentwood, Tennessee, the problem most often stems from a “blood sugar regulation issue....

Doctor Shares 8 Easy Diet Hacks That Mimic Ozempic to Lose Weight Shutterstock If you can’t get your hands on Ozempic or other weight-loss drugs and are looking to lose weight , one doctor is offering some simple ways to hack your diet that mimic the effects of GLP-1 medications—without the hefty price tag. Mary J. Scourboutakos, MD , is an adjunct lecturer in family and community medicine at the University of Toronto with a PhD in Nutritional Sciences....

Doctors Say These Are the 5 Best Foods to Fight Inflammation Shutterstock Inflammation gets a bad rap, but in its most basic form, it’s a natural and necessary response that helps your body heal after injury or infection. “It’s a much-needed process to promote health and wellness while removing the injurious source,” explains Charlie Abraham , MD, MBA, CHCQM, FACP, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity St. Bernardine Medical Center . When this happens, your immune system sends out inflammatory cells to defend against germs and toxins, triggering mild pain or swelling in the affected area or symptoms like a fever....

Doctors Share 4 Ways Your Gut Health Is Affecting Your Brain iStock If you’ve ever heard the expression “trust your gut” or have felt “butterflies in your stomach,” then you’re aware that there’s a long-established link between your gut and your brain. But it turns out that the two are even more intimately connected than you might think. Gastrointestinal (GI) tract issues can affect everything from mood and anxiety to cognitive decline ....

Grocery Chains, Including Walmart and Albertsons, Are Closing Locations, Starting This Week Shutterstock With the year coming to a close, retailers across the U.S. are reevaluating their store portfolios. This month alone, CVS has shuttered six locations , including three MinuteClinics—that will make for roughly 300 store closures in 2024. And they aren’t the only ones struggling. Walgreens recently announced plans to close eight of its stores , which is part of the company’s 2025 initiative to shutter 500 locations....

Here’s Why Italian Craftsmanship Truly Stands Apart Courtesy Paul Evans The fabled handmade footwear of Paul Evans, the kingly cashmere of Brunello Cucinelli, the sleek, spy-movie suits of Giorgio Armani and Ermenegildo Zegna, the fun and flirty fashions of Dolce & Gabbana. Yes, it’s all made right in Italy. Now, if you think the phrase “Made in Italy” is something just casually thrown around, we’d like to offer you a bit of perspective....

How Many Push-Ups Can You Do? The Number Says A Lot About Your Health iStock According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), only 24 percent of adults get enough aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity. Along with your body composition and flexibility (AKA, your range of motion), this can tell you a lot about your health, says Mayo Clinic in an updated report. For example, muscle longevity is directly impacted by endurance and strength....

How Old 100 Iconic Stars Would Be If They Were Alive Today Baron/Hulton Archive/Getty Images There are countless stars and public figures who we wish were still with us. Some died tragically young , others lived until a ripe, old age that still wasn’t enough for their fans. It’s anyone’s guess what else these celebrities could have achieved if they had lived to see this year, but we do know what age they would be....

How to Tell If Someone Is Lying, Based on Their Zodiac Sign iStock Everyone lies here and there—it’s just inevitable. Maybe it’s a little white lie to a friend to spare their feelings or perhaps something much more deceptive. It can be difficult to know whether someone is being untruthful, but there are certain hints to look out for. You can study the way they smile, the way they stand, or even the way they look at you....

I Quit Social Media for 30 Days and Gained a Whole New Life Shutterstock Social media is an integral part of daily life, and while it has many positive benefits, it can be hindering and unhealthy. Social media has been linked to mental health issues, especially with teenagers, according to Yale Medicine . It’s also addicting and time-consuming, which can lead to broken relationships and a lack of socializing. It’s hard not to want to check every notification, see the latest news, or just watch mindless videos, but the amount of time people fill up their day with social media is shocking....

I’m a DIY Expert and I Use This Simple Trick to Keep Rats Away for Good Maliutina Anna/Shutterstock Like humans, rodents will find any way they can to escape the cold during winter. Unfortunately, that means they might seek shelter in your home , especially when it comes to rats. Luckily, DIY expert Anne Caserta , who shares home and parenting tips on TikTok, lets us in on a simple trick that will keep rats away for good....

I’m a Therapist and These Are the 6 Hard Truths I Can’t Tell My Clients Shutterstock If you’ve ever sat across from your therapist and wondered what they’ve been scribbling in that little notepad, you’re definitely not alone. It’s common to question what your therapist is thinking, and especially what they’re thinking about you . Though most go to great lengths to maintain a professional demeanor in your presence, your therapist of course has opinions, feelings, and hang-ups—just like the rest of us....

I’m a Veterinarian and These Are the 10 Things You’re Doing That Your Dog Hates Shutterstock You and your dog are thick as thieves, but let’s face it: There’s also a language barrier. Without the advantage of being able to communicate with words, there are plenty of opportunities for dogs and their owners to misunderstand one another. Adam Christman , DVM, MBA, a veterinarian and content creator , says that oftentimes this results in us doing the very things our dogs dislike....

I’m a Weight-Loss Expert, and Here’s How I’d Lose 20 Pounds by June Shutterstock The second Friday in January is known as “Quitter’s Day,” or the date by which most people abandon their New Year’s resolutions. If your goal was to drop pounds and you fell victim to this trend, the guilt might now be settling in, especially when you realize there are fewer than 100 days until Memorial Day (aka the start of shorts and bathing suit season)....

I’m a Weight-Loss Expert and Here’s My Proven Plan for Dropping Pounds in 2024 Shutterstock When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, weight loss and improved fitness typically top the list. But as we all know, launching a whole new lifestyle when the clock hits midnight can make you more likely to quit before you’ve made any meaningful change. “The number one reason that people fail at their New Year’s resolution by February is because they try to start too much at the same time and it ends up making them burn out,” explains weight loss expert Amanda Black in a TikTok video....

If You Get This in the Mail, Throw It Out Immediately, Police Warn iStock From a random magazine subscription you swore you never signed up for to endless credit card promotions, we’re used to sifting through piles of junk mail to get to the mail we actually want. But while most of the unsolicited mail we receive is easy enough to ignore, not all the unwanted mail that shows up is all that harmless....

If You See This Bug, “Stomp It” Immediately, Officials Urge iStock One of the great joys of summertime is being able to spend more time outdoors enjoying nature. And with warm weather in full swing , the wild creatures we share a habitat with are also taking advantage of the season. Naturally, the best way to be a good neighbor is to let animals and insects be as they make their way around your garden or yard....