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6 Mistakes You’re Making When Wearing Heels in the Summer, Podiatrists Say guenterguni / iStock You may love the look of high heels, but the consequences of wearing them aren’t always pretty. In fact, experts say that wearing heels can cause a whole host of podiatric problems , from bunions to muscle strains and beyond. But the complications don’t stop there—your hips, knees, ankles, and lower back can also suffer from your altered gait in high heels....

6 Reasons Corgis Make Great Pets, According to Vets and Dog Experts fotografixx / iStock Since the passing of Queen Elizabeth II , her beloved Pembroke Welsh Corgis have received ample attention. And it’s not just because they’re precious: The Queen considered these dogs part of her family and reportedly had over 30 Corgis during her lifetime. But these adorable dogs are not just fit for royalty; they’re wonderful companions for all kinds of people and families....

6 Secrets From Former Uber Drivers iStock Whether you only occasionally need a lift to the airport or you’re an all-around regular rider, there’s no denying that Uber has revolutionized transportation. But while it can be easy to take for granted the convenience of ordering a car to your location with a few taps, it’s essential to remember that the service itself only operates thanks to the hard work of the drivers who decide to clock in and ferry passengers around....

6 Things You Can Get for Free as a AAA Member Michael Vi/Shutterstock No matter what you’re driving, owning a car can get pretty costly. Having a vehicle can drain your bank account, whether that’s from filling up the tank with gas or paying for repairs. But there may be freebies and discounts you’re missing out on that could alleviate this burden. They come with your AAA membership, which offers much more than just roadside assistance....

6 Things You Should Never Eat or Drink on a Plane If You’re Over 60 Shutterstock Plane travel can be hard on your body at any age—especially when you’re traveling long distances. However, people over the age of 60 are likely to be more sensitive to the effects of flying , research shows. Not only are older adults more susceptible to jet lag , but they are also more likely to experience gastrointestinal problems, sleep disturbances, problems with blood sugar, and spikes in blood pressure—all of which can be exacerbated by travel....

6 Warnings to Shoppers From IKEA Employees Fishman64/Shutterstock If you’ve had to decorate a home or apartment at some point in your life, there’s a good chance you’ve used IKEA to get the job done. The Swedish company has 474 locations in 64 markets, making it a truly global icon when it comes to home furnishings. IKEA pieces are fit for everything from college dorms to swanky abodes. Many shoppers return for the relatively low prices on well-designed pieces—even if some claim the experience can put a strain on a relationship ....

6 Ways to Beat Winter Brain Fog, According to Doctors Shutterstock We all know the feeling of brain fog, when your mind feels hazy, slow, a bit forgetful , and just slightly off its game. These types of cognitive complaints are not usually concerning, says Clifford Segil , DO, a neurologist at Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica, California. However, they can disrupt your day-to-day living—and they’re most likely to do so right now, as we enter the cold and dark winter months, research shows....

7 Best Bath & Body Works Items to Grab Before the End of September Shutterstock I won’t lie: Fall is my favorite season at Bath & Body Works . As someone who struggles to get over the end of summer, walking into the mall store in the middle of back-to-school month actually gets me excited for the coming months with all the fall-feeling fragrances. It doesn’t hurt that there are some nostalgic aromas and new and innovative products mixed in....

7 Best Dollar Tree Decor New Arrivals Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Dollar Tree has a cult following for a reason: The store offers so many great deals on everything from food to home decor and even beauty products. This week, there are so many amazing new arrivals at your local store and on the website. From Christmas items to year-round organization must-haves, you will want to throw all of them in your cart....

7 Best Exercises to Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor Shutterstock Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support your pelvic organs, including the bowel, bladder, and uterus. It also has the important job of helping these organs to function optimally. Some people find that as they get older , their pelvic floor weakens, causing pelvic floor disorders that can result in urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, organ prolapse, and more. This can be distressing, embarrassing, and uncomfortable for obvious reasons....

7 Best Hobby Lobby New Arrivals Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Have you shopped Hobby Lobby ‘s new arrivals section recently? The arts, crafts, and home goods store has gotten in so many amazing products in recent weeks in every section. There are mirror dupes, rustic frames in every color, gorgeous furniture pieces, and lots of fun decor. Here are the 7 best Hobby Lobby new arrivals hitting shelves this week....

7 Best New Aldi Home Improvement Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Are you planning to set up all your holiday decorations soon? If the answer is yes, you will likely need a variety of home improvement items, ranging from cable clips and cord hooks to extension cords and light timers. Don’t bother making a trip to Home Depot or Lowe’s! Aldi is getting in a variety of home improvement items that will come in handy this holiday season....

7 Best New Aldi Kitchen Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Ken Wolter / Shutterstock You’ve likely heard your friends and family raving about the delicious, gourmet food they find for less at Aldi. But, did you know the grocery store is also home to so many amazing home items, including kitchenware, dishes, wood serving trays, pots and pans, and even Stanley-like mugs? We recently checked out the new arrivals section at Aldi and picked out the greatest of the great....

7 Best New ALO Drops All the Celebrities Will Be Wearing This Fall ALO ALO has been my favorite athleisure and workout brand for years, and I’m not the only one. Since launching in 2007, the brand, which stands for air, land, and ocean, has been a celebrity staple with everyone from Kylie and Kendall Jenner to Jennifer Lopez rocking the sleek leggings, oversized but cool sweats, and short-but-sweet tennis skirts everywhere from sweat sessions to the street....

7 Best New Hobby Lobby Christmas Decor Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock No, it’s not too early to start thinking about Christmas decor—at least according to Hobby Lobby . My local Hobby Lobby store set up its holiday section weeks ago, and there are already so many amazing items to get your home decorated. From Christmas trees and ornaments to holiday crafts, throw pillows, and cozy blankets, I recommend buying now instead of waiting until later, when all the best items will be sold out....

7 Best New HomeGoods Holiday Candles Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock I have a confession to make: I am addicted to candles . I have an entire cabinet in my kitchen area devoted to housing candles I have yet to light. When I hit my local HomeGoods last week, I was delighted to find hundreds of Christmas and winter candles with scents sparking serious nostalgia in all shapes, sizes, and fragrances....

7 Best New Michaels Home Decor Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Michaels is my daughter’s favorite store for arts and crafts. Every time we go in for crayons, I end up walking out with so much home decor. From faux plants and candles to large mirrors and even pieces of furniture, there are so many amazing finds hitting shelves weekly. Here are the 7 best new Michaels home decor finds hitting shelves this week....

7 Best New Walmart Kitchen Items Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Attention Walmart shoppers: So many new arrivals are trickling into stores and onto the Walmart website this fall. If you are on the hunt for new kitchen goodies, ranging from small appliances that make cooking easier to high-tech cutting boards, adorable fall-themed mugs, and a gourmet espresso machine, you are in luck. Here are the 7 best new Walmart kitchen items hitting shelves this week....

7 Best Valentine’s Day Trees and Ornaments at HomeGoods, Walmart, and More Shutterstock The week after Christmas, my daughter seemed a little depressed. “What’s wrong?” I asked her? She told me she was sad because she didn’t want to take down the Christmas trees. We have three. “It just makes me happy looking at them,” she said. She is not alone. Lots of people report feeling the blues after taking holiday decorations down....

7 Foods You Can Eat This Winter to Up Your Vitamin D Intake iStock Throughout most of the year, our bodies rely on direct exposure to sunlight to trigger vitamin D production in our skin. However, during the winter months, it can be particularly difficult to get enough. With shorter days and fewer hours of sunlight, many people become deficient in this important vitamin, which is why adding vitamin D-rich foods to your diet is so important....