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8 Health Benefits of Drinking Cranberry Juice, According to Doctors Shutterstock What you choose to put in your body—in the form of both food and beverages—can have a significant impact on your risk of chronic illness. Juice is one diet choice that, generally speaking, your body can do without. That’s because most juices are brimming with added sugar and have fewer nutrients and less fiber than fresh fruit. However, some types of juice, including pure, unsweetened cranberry juice may have useful health benefits when consumed in moderation, experts say....

8 Houseplants That Improve Your Mental Health, Science Says Goodboy Picture Company / iStock Ample research shows that spending time among plants in nature has major mental health benefits, including lower stress levels, improved mood, longer attention spans, and reduced risk of psychiatric disorders, says the American Psychological Association (APA). Yet according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Americans live roughly 90 percent of their lives indoors , meaning the average person’s actual time spent in nature is minimal—which is why a new scientific study that says houseplants can improve your mental health is so exciting....

8 Things You Should Stop Buying After Your Kids Move Out, Finance Experts Say Shutterstock When your children grow up and leave the house, your life changes in more ways than one. Besides the emotional transition of recognizing their newfound independence, you may also notice logistical and financial differences, too. “It’s a major milestone that often marks a time of change and new opportunities for parents, including the opportunity to save more money,” says Aleks Grigoriev , a finance and real estate expert and co-founder of Priority Home Buyers ....

8 Ways to Cleanse Your Home of Negative Energy Without Sage Tatyana Soares / Shutterstock Over the past decade, the practice of “smudging,” or burning sage, to cleanse your home of negative energy has become incredibly mainstream. Walk into any gift shop or candle store and you’re likely to find sage bundles along side Palo Santo incense and small ceramic trays or abalone shells. But in recent years, it’s come to light that this practice may not be appropriate for everyone to take part in....

8 Ways to Reduce Travel Anxiety, According to Therapists iStock / fizkes At its best, travel is supposed to be an exciting way to escape it all by allowing you to set off and explore new corners of the world or take a much-needed break from your busy schedule. But even though stepping away from the routine of everyday life can be invigorating, it’s also a big departure from your comfort zone, making even the most carefree trips a stress-inducing experience for some individuals....

A ‘Smiley Face’ From Space Will Light Up the Night Sky Tonight—How to See It Nature Peaceful / Shutterstock Are the cosmos sending us a message? Or, rather… an emoji? It appears so as the moon and two stars will align to form a bright smiley face in the night sky tonight, Thursday, May 29, 2025. According to Space.com, the smiley face will be formed by the moon, which will be a slender crescent shape reminiscent of a mouth, and two of the brightest stars in the constellation Gemini, Castor and Pollux....

A Comprehensive Guide to Greek God Names, Meanings, and Mythology sondem/Shutterstock Whether you’re preparing for a classics exam or trying to show off to a date , you may be looking to brush up on the Greek god names, along with those of the goddesses, as well as what they mean. With several generations of deities and the minor characters they meet along the way, it can be hard to keep the mythology straight....

A Popular Fashion Chain is Opening New Locations in 14 Cities Shutterstock UNIQLO, the Japanese casual wear import (and subsidiary of Fast Retailing Co., Ltd.), is continuing its expansion into a mall near you. This time it’s blossoming in Canada, announcing this week it will open four new locations. “We have seen incredible momentum throughout Canada, and we couldn’t be more excited to open four new stores,” said Daisuke Tsukagoshi, CEO of UNIQLO North America, in his announcement ....

Astrologer Says Your Relationship Will Go Though “Ultimate Test” Now to Nov. 8—Here’s Why Elnur / Shutterstock Most people with a passing interest in astrology pay attention to their zodiac sign and its inherent traits. But there’s much more to this practice, including where planets are in their orbit and how that relates to the zodiac calendar. One such planetary “transit” is currently underway through Nov. 8, and according to astrology pro Evan Nathaniel Grim , it’s shaking up relationships and putting them through the “ultimate test....

Big Lots’ Future Is “Very Concerning,” Experts Warn—Could It Disappear for Good? Shutterstock From Sears to Kmart , once-giant mass merchandise retailers have struggled to stay afloat over the past decade. Discount chain Big Lots has turned out to be no exception: The retailer closed over 50 stores throughout the U.S. last year, and the closures have continued into 2024. Now, experts are warning that Big Lots’ future is looking “very concerning,” leading some to question if the store could disappear for good....

Brutal “Heat Dome” Is Heading to These Parts of the U.S. Next Month EugeneEdge / Shutterstock With Memorial Day behind us, summer is officially in full swing—and Mother Nature isn’t playing around this year. Temperatures are noticeably heating up , prompting the revival of portable air conditioning units and heavy duty fans. In fact, the heat index in parts of the country is already exceeding typical summer peak temperatures. And it doesn’t look like the sun is letting up anytime soon: Forecasters predict that some states will experience record highs as early as June 5 due a brutal “heat dome” now burning through Mexico, per The Washington Post ....

Celine Dion Reveals Details of Rare Condition That Will Keep Her From Performing Shutterstock / Tinseltown READ THIS NEXT: Sharon Osbourne Gives Heartbreaking Update on Ozzy Osbourne’s Parkinson’s Battle . Tom Rose/Shutterstock In a pair of emotional video posts to Instagram in English and French on Dec. 8, Dion spoke directly to her fans about her recent health troubles. She explained that while she has struggled with symptoms for a while , her condition has also begun to affect her ability to perform....

Countries Are Placing New Bans on Ozempic—Could the U.S. Follow? Shutterstock Ozempic has overtaken the weight-loss industry. Known generically as semaglutide, the drug was first approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2017 for adults with type 2 diabetes. But in the last year, its popularity has skyrocketed thanks to its dramatic effects in helping people shed pounds faster than ever. At the same time, Ozempic has faced unprecedented controversy, as this heightened demand has led to dangerous shortages and new stories of serious side effects ....

Delta and United Are Cutting Hundreds of Flights in the Coming Weeks Ceri Breeze/Shutterstock Outside of the perks and benefits they use to bring in new customers and keep frequent travelers loyal, an airline’s primary function is to get you where you need to go. Of course, while you still make the ultimate call on which airline and flight you book, we’re all still at the whims of the carriers when it comes to how they set their schedules and which cities they choose to service....

Delta Will Now Let Passengers Do This at Airports, Effective Immediately Shutterstock As the busy summer travel season rolls on, airlines are still making changes to better serve the influx of passengers taking to the skies. Some are related to scheduling issues brought on by staffing shortages, which have infamously led to route re-shufflings and scores of cancelations and delays . Still, others are about enhancing the travel experience and making flyers feel like valued customers....

Dietitian Reveals 5 Healthy Food Finds at Dollar Tree Shutterstock Move over Trader Joe’s and Costco, there’s a new popular grocer in town. A 2025 study has dubbed dollar stores “the fastest growing food retailer in the United States.” Findings show that more and more families are relying on discount chains like Dollar Tree for snacks and pantry staples. And while many assume these purchases are riddled with unhealthy ingredients, you might be surprised to learn that Dollar Tree does pack its aisles with low-calorie, nutrient-dense foods....

Doctor Reveals the 5 Body Parts You’re Not Washing Enough: “Dirt and Grossness Gets Trapped” Olena Yakobchuk / Shutterstock Whether you like it short and sweet or you prefer luxuriating, we all have our preferred shower routine . Maybe you get started on washing your hair right away, or perhaps you prefer taking a few minutes to just enjoy the water. No matter what your preferences are, you almost certainly leave the shower feeling better than you did when you got in—but you may not be as squeaky clean as you think....

Doctor Who Hasn’t Showered in Years Thinks Others Should Join Him TEDMED Talk If taking a shower is a regular part of your morning (or nighttime!) routine, then the idea of skipping it for a few days—let alone a few years—probably sends a shudder down your spine. But that’s exactly what James Hamblin , MD, a physician and public health policy lecturer, says we should all consider. The author of Clean: The New Science of Skin , published in July 2020 , Hamblin told NPR in an interview that same year that he hadn’t showered in five years....

Doctors Reveal the #1 Habit That Secretly Raises Your Heart Disease Risk Shutterstock You may have heard this surprising fact while in your dentist’s chair getting your teeth cleaned. If not, listen up: Neglecting to brush your teeth before bed can lead to gum disease, which is closely linked to increased blood pressure and heart disease. In fact, according to a gastroenterologist on TikTok, skipping your nightly oral care routine is one of the most secret contributors to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease....

Doctors Say This “Healthy” Snack Is Secretly Sabotaging Your Weight Loss Goals <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2670730098_7599_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 “Healthy” Snack Is Secretly Sabotaging Your Weight Loss Goals - 1”> Shutterstock If you’re actively trying to lose weight , you have a general understanding of the foods to avoid in order to remain in a calorie deficit. The first things that come to mind are likely sweets, fast food, and sugary soda, but you also have to be mindful of certain foods that merely pose as “healthy” options....