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Doctor Shares the Top 5 Fruits “To Get You Pooping” Farknot_Architect/iStock Arguably, the only thing worse than having to go to the bathroom really badly is not being able to go at all . According to the Mayo Clinic, constipation is usually the result of “a lack of dietary fiber, fluids, and exercise,” but can also be due to medications or other conditions . While it’s not uncommon to get backed up every once in a while, long-term bowel irregularity is a good reason to get yourself to a doctor right away....

Doctors Say Most Women Over 65 Don’t Need Pap Smears—Cancer Rates Say Otherwise Shutterstock When did a routine Pap smear become not so routine? Research shows that cervical cancer (which is first detected via a Pap smear) has a higher prevalence in women between the ages of 70 and 79, compared with women in their 20s. It’s estimated that 20 percent of cases occur in women aged 65 and up. These statistics are reason enough to schedule a Pap smear—and yet, many doctors say women over 65 don’t need them....

Doctors Say the Disinfecting Wipes You’re Using Have “Significant” Health Risks <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2670808525_9957_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 the Disinfecting Wipes You’re Using Have “Significant” Health Risks - 1”> Shutterstock With the flu, COVID , norovirus, and RSV all surging, you may be stocking up on disinfecting wipes. Not only do most brands kill 99.9 percent of viruses and bacteria, but they make life incredibly easy. Just pull out a wipe, clean a surface, and throw it out—much simpler than using a spray with paper towels or a rag....

Doctors Urge Caution with These Popular Pain Medications Shutterstock When was the last time you read the fine print on that pain pill? Even the most seemingly-innocent over-the-counter drug can cause harm, not to mention the dangers of prescription painkiller medications. “The dangers of prescription painkiller addictions have been in the news for years, as abuse and overdose of the drugs has skyrocketed,” says Harvard Health . “The biggest offender is a class of drugs called opioids, such as oxycodone (OxyContin), hydrocodone (Vicodin), hydromorphone (Dilaudid), and meperidine (Demerol)....

Does Your Weight Constantly Yo-Yo? Here’s Why, New Study Says Shutterstock Getting on the scale is always a bit nerve-wracking. Some fluctuation is natural, but if you’re constantly seeing that number go up and down—often called the “yo-yo effect”—a new study says there might be more to the story. According to findings published in Nature yesterday, the body may “remember” being overweight, keeping some stuck in this cycle. RELATED: Akkermansia Is Being Called a Game-Changer for Weight Loss ....

Drinking Less Alcohol on Ozempic? New Study Helps Explain Why Natalia Varlei/Shutterstock As more Americans turn to GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy for type-2 diabetes and weight loss, researchers are deepening their understanding of the drugs’ side effects. According to a new, small, first-of-its-kind study that was funded by the government, Ozempic and Wegovy may reduce the desire to drink alcohol. While the findings are preliminary, they add to growing evidence that GLP-1 receptor agonists could play a role in treating addiction....

Elvis’ Ex Slams “Garbage Story” About His Death Michael Ochs Archives / Getty Images When Elvis Presley died on Aug. 16, 1977, at age 42, a sea of mourning fans came to pay their respects at Graceland , his mansion in Memphis, Tennessee. Fans were further devastated to learn his cause of death was a heart attack, which may have been related to his addiction to prescription barbiturates. The King’s death has inspired decades of conspiracy theories , but more recently, the singer’s stepbrother, David Stanley , made his own claims about Presley’s death—asserting that he died by suicide....

Expert Names 5 Cars That Won’t Last 100,000 Miles in New Video Shutterstock Car shopping is tricky business. It’s easy to get distracted by a new vehicle’s shiny leather interior, high-tech navigation system, and premium Bluetooth stereo. But what you should be inspecting is the car’s life expectancy and which parts will eventually need replacing. After all, the last thing you need is a car service bill that’ll send you into debt....

Foods Sold at Walmart, Target, and Whole Foods Recalled Over Wood Particles and Undeclared Allergens Products via the brand; Design via Best Life The recalls keep piling on. Popular foods sold at Walmart and Trader Joe’s were recalled over hazardous foreign objects and spoiled products earlier this week, and now a fresh slate of recall reports have been shared on the U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) website. This time around, nationwide brands like Lean Cuisine, Stouffer’s, Target’s Good & Gather, and 365 Whole Foods Market are on the stand....

Former CDC Director Says Bird Flu Pandemic Is “Very Likely” Shutterstock The COVID pandemic changed the world as we know it. While many of us have abandoned wearing masks or working remotely, the coronavirus has had lasting effects on the way we live our lives—not to mention our awareness of other potential health emergencies. Now, another virus is causing concern among experts, including a former director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), who says that a bird flu pandemic is “very likely....

Get Back-to-School Ready With These 25 Stylish Backpacks Shutterstock Whether you’re just starting elementary school or are finishing up a graduate degree, a good backpack is essential. But shopping for the perfect college backpack—one that holds your laptop, textbooks, and maybe even a change of clothes for that work study job—is a different animal than shopping for one that has to transport little more than stickers and stuffed animals. The good news?...

He Played Roy on “Emergency!” See Kevin Tighe Now at 78. <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/10/emergency-main.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=“James McEachin, Kevin Tighe, and Randolph Mantooth on “Emergency!” circa 1973 - 1”> Bettmann / Getty Images Anyone who enjoyed tuning in to watch the duo of Roy DeSoto and Johnny Gage save lives on Emergency! will be glad to hear that the two actors who played them have remained friends . From 1972 to 1977, Kevin Tighe starred as Roy on Emergency!...

He Played Vince Romano on “T.J. Hooker.” See Adrian Zmed Now at 68. Columbia Pictures Television Adrian Zmed got his start on Broadway, appearing in the iconic role of Danny Zuko in the stage version of Grease . A few years later, he would return to the era of fast cars and leather jackets with a role in the sequel Grease 2 , but he found his most enduring success on television, playing rookie police Officer Vince Romano opposite William Shatner’s titular sergeant for five seasons on ABC’s T....

Here’s the Step-by-Step Process for Saving Money at Hotels During the Holidays, According to Experts scyther5 / iStock Traveling during the holidays can be stressful – and expensive. Like almost everything else right now, you will probably find that hotels are more expensive than they were a year ago at this time. Luckily, there are ways you can save big on hotels over the holiday season. “Saving money on hotel bookings can be achieved through various strategies,” says Wallethub analyst Cassandra Happe....

Homeowners Are Ditching Home Depot for Lowe’s—Here’s Why iStock Home Depot and Lowe’s serve the masses, whether you’re someone who finds DIY home projects fun or you just bought your first toolbox. Both chains offer lumber, gardening supplies, tools, paint, and home appliances—but according to self-fixers, one home improvement retailer reigns supreme. Find out why homeowners are ditching Home Depot for Lowe’s below. RELATED: Home Depot and Lowe’s Announce Customer Service Changes—How They’ll Affect You ....

How a Snake Can Get Into Your Home Through Your Toilet Shutterstock There are few home emergencies as serious as when your toilet works in reverse . But outside of plumbing disasters, it’s still possible that some bizarre items can find their way through your plumbing and right up into your bathroom—including animals. If you’ve ever wondered if it were possible for a snake to get into your home through a toilet, experts explain precisely how they can turn your bathroom into an entryway....

How Angela Lansbury Saved Her Daughter From Charles Manson Michael Kovac/Getty Images for AFI In light of Angela Lansbury’s on Oct. 11 at the age of 96, memories and stories about the legendary actor have been spreading online. Fans are remembering her roles and her influence on the entertainment world, but that’s not all there was to the star’s life . There’s one story that resurfaced about Lansbury’s family that is particularly surprising....

How Long Does It Really Take to Fall in Love? Relationship Experts Weigh In iStock Starting a relationship is usually fun and exciting . But at some point, you might begin to question yourself and wonder if you’re really into your new significant other. This unsure feeling can cause a lot of stress—especially if think you should already know how you feel by now. But really, how long does it take to fall in love ?...

How to Find Your True Purpose Shutterstock Ed Note: This story was originally published in the November/December 2004 issue of Best Life. We are sitting here a bit anxiously at the private sector of the Petropavlask Airport, waiting to fly 120 miles or so up Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula to a wondrous fish-filled section of the Zhupanova River, where every cast, it would seem from the stories of other fishermen, brings a strike....

How to Make Friends as an Adult: 16 Steps to Follow iStock It’s no secret that making friends and maintaining these relationships gets tough as we get older. After all, how many times have you texted friends to hang out only to get a slew of slow replies about responsibilities like work, kids, or date night? So, if you’re wondering how to make friends as an adult, you’re not alone. Many adults are lonelier than they’d like —but it’s not impossible to turn things around....