7 Best New Lidl Seasonal Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock When it comes to German-founded discount supermarkets, Aldi tends to get all the attention in the U.S. But competitor Lidl has been quietly making its mark with 185 stores across the country. As Best Life reported in May , in the first quarter of 2025, Lidl’s foot traffic increased 4.2 percent year-over-year, and average visits per location were up 1....
7 Best New Old Navy Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Old Navy might have you feeling a little wistful lately. That’s because the new Old Navy X Anna Sui collection just dropped to dose you with some whimsical ’90s gothic glam in the form a capsule collection that’s much more unmistakably heavy on the Anna than Old Navy. Besides the Anna Sui designer logo-emblazoned sweats, the black and pink prints are the most instantly recognizably Anna part of it all – frilly, floral, and mischievously grunge in a way you can’t quite place, but that’s Anna’s magic....
7 Best New Target Winter Home Finds Landing in Stores This Week Shutterstock No pun intended: Target is slaying the home decor game this winter. The store has dropped so many fantatstic products, ranging from holiday decorations that look they could be from Pottery Barn, to the softed blankets and pillows and chicest home accents. I have been shopping up a storm at my local store. Here are the 7 best new Target winter home finds landing in stores this week....
7 Best New TJ Maxx Winter Clothing Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Have you hit your local TJ Maxx lately? The store is overflowing with new arrivals, including holiday decorations, clothing, shoes, and accessories. Whether you are shopping for gifts or for yourself, you don’t want to miss the amazing merchandise and unbelievable prices. I found name-brand jeans for a fraction of retail, mommy-and-me dresses, adorable pajamas, and men’s pants. There is basically something for everyone....
7 Best New Walmart Home Finds Hitting Shelves This Week iStock As someone who has been writing about home design, decor, and furniture for decades, I have discerning taste. I can not tolerate anything that looks, feels, or smells cheap. Something I have learned from years of research, personally testing out products from various retailers? Affordable items – even sofas, lamps, and linens – can still look and feel expensive. Case in point?...
7 Drinks That Protect Your Liver, Gastroenterologist Says Photo: iStock; Design: Canva The list of things not to drink to preserve your liver health is long. Number one, of course, is alcohol. But soda, fruit juice, and artificially flavored beverages can all wreak havoc on your liver since their high fructose content may lead to fat buildup in the belly, increasing the risk of fatty liver disease. However, gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab , MD, says there are seven drinks you can add to your diet that can actually protect your liver....
7 Fun Games That Help Boost Your Memory, Experts Say Shutterstock As you get older, it’s important to prioritize your cognitive health . You can do this by leading a healthy lifestyle that includes eating well, exercising, maintaining social ties, reducing stress, and getting adequate sleep . However, experts say there’s also another, more targeted way to boost your memory: playing games that exercise the parts of your brain that encode, store, and retrieve information....
7 Secrets From Former Marriott Employees Tricky_Shark/Shutterstock READ THIS NEXT: 5 Secrets From Former Hilton Employees . Shutterstock Have you ever shown up early to a party and felt awkward since things aren’t fully ready for guests yet? The same thing goes for a hotel. “I remember so many instances when suites or certain rooms get booked and they’re not ready by that initial check-in time,” Ashley Brescia , a former Courtyard Marriott employee tells Best Life....
7 Simple Habits Can Lower Your Blood Pressure, Research Says Photo by Vardan Papikyan on Unsplash Living in our modern world can be chaotic. The days can blur together, and we’re just a phone buzz away from an interruption. But there are meaningful steps you can take that can have huge results. These simple habits can lower your blood pressure and improve your wellbeing exponentially. While it can feel overwhelming at first to make life changes, you might try habit stacking....
7 Simple Ways to Dress Up Jeans, According to Stylists Anna Zhuk / Shutterstock Jeans are a closet staple . Even when temperatures soar in the summer months, we often reach for a pair of white denim for an easy, trendy look. However, jeans are also typically associated with more casual attire—that is, not something you would don for a more sophisticated event. But if you feel best in denim , stylists say there are some ways to dress up jeans, making your closet that much more versatile....
7 Small Towns Where You Don’t Have to Be Rich to Live in a Mansion andyKRAKOVSKI / iStock Real estate professionals define a mansion as a home that is 5,000+ square feet and has at least five bedrooms. For those of us not in the business, it’s simply a larger-than-average home that has a certain stately or glamorous feel to it. Regardless of how you characterize it, these houses usually feel out of reach for most people....
7 Tips for Putting Together the Perfect New Year’s Eve Outfit If You’re Over 60 jacoblund / Shutterstock It’s hard to believe that 2023 is nearly here already. By now, you probably have an idea what you’re wearing to ring in the new year, but you want an outfit that really makes a statement and speaks to your style. Finding the perfect New Year’s Eve outfit over 60, however, can be challenging....
8 Daily Habits That Keep Your Heart Young Shutterstock If you want to improve your overall health by targeting just one thing, focusing on your heart health can offer maximal benefits. After all, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. for both men and women, accounting for one in every five deaths nationwide. While everyone’s heart disease risk increases with time, experts say certain habits can cause your heart to age prematurely....
8 Real Housewives Arrested for Being Under the Influence <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/09/shannon-main-e1695142683180.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=“Shannon Beador on “The Real Housewives of Orange County” - 1”> Bravo / YouTube There’s always plenty of drama onscreen when it comes to the Real Housewives franchise. But sometimes, the most serious issues involving the reality stars take place when the cameras aren’t rolling. At this point, a number of Real Housewives stars have been arrested , including for being under the influence....
8 Surprising Habits That Turn Your Teeth Yellow Shutterstock A bright smile is widely considered one of the most attractive physical features a person can have. In fact, when the dating site Match.com polled over 5,000 men and women , they learned that a beautiful smile was considered the most important physical attribute in a partner. If you’ve noticed that your own smile is looking a little dim and grim lately, you may be wondering where things are going wrong....
9 Dollar Tree Kitchen Finds That Look Way More Expensive Shutterstock Is it just me, or is Dollar Tree having a moment? From my recent store visits to all the viral social media posts, I can’t believe the kind of merchandise the discount store has been getting this year. There are so many fantastic finds that look so much more expensive and designer than they are. The kitchen department is especially impressive....
9 Things Your Bladder Will Thank You for Doing, Doctors Say Shutterstock Your urinary system helps to filter waste and excessive fluid from the bloodstream, and your bladder is an important part of this process. Situated in the lower abdomen, the bladder stores urine until you’re ready to pass it . Though for many of us, bladder health is low on the priority list, experts say we should be taking greater care of this important organ....
9 Ways to Treat Yourself That Don’t Cost Any Money iStock A little self-care can turn even the worst days around. Unfortunately, many of the ways we tend to treat ourselves—like going to the spa or ordering our favorite food for takeout—can end up costing a pretty penny. As a result, the positive effects may dwindle a bit when you check your bank account. But what if you could provide the same kind of joy in your life for free?...
All Big Lots Locations Could Close as Going-Out-of-Business Sales Commence at Remaining Stores Shutterstock It’s been a wild ride for Big Lots in recent years. The retailer first announced “ an accelerated number of closures ” in late 2022, shuttering roughly 50 locations by the end of the following year. This past September, the company filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy and shared plans to enter into a sale agreement with Nexus Capital Management LP....
Alligator Sightings Are on the Rise—Beware of These Warning Signs, Experts Say Benjamin Klinger/shutterstock Every year, as temperatures rise, so too do reports of insect, arachnid, and snake sightings . And this year, another reptile keeps popping up in odd places—alligators. The scaly critters can seem cute or menacing depending on your feelings about them, but either way, the prehistoric predators are best admired from afar. But if a gator does get a little too close for comfort, there are certain warning signs you should watch out for....
