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Can You Guess Your State Based on This One Natural Wonder? Shutterstock From sea to shining sea, the United States is home to a plethora of natural wonders for citizens and visitors alike to revel in. No matter which state you call home, it’s likely that it contains at least one natural wonder, a park, waterfall , or even cave that has become a favorite destination. To test your appreciation for the landscapes and landmarks in your home state—and in America in general—we’ve come up with a quiz that offers you the opportunity to guess each state based off of a picture of its most beloved natural wonder....

Cancer Deaths Linked to Obesity Have Tripled—Here Are the People Most at Risk Shutterstock A sharp increase in cancer deaths linked to obesity is raising alarms among health experts nationwide. According to a new study presented Sunday at ENDO 2025, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting, deaths from obesity -related cancers have tripled in the United States over the past two decades. These deaths are most prevalent amongst certain populations and areas—here’s everything you need to know....

Cardio vs. Core Workouts: How to Really Get a Flat Stomach, Experts Say Shutterstock Getting a flatter stomach is no easy feat, but experts say there are major health benefits to losing belly fat that go far beyond aesthetic appeal. If you’ve made it your mission to flatten your midsection, chances are you’ll have to increase your physical activity and tweak other health habits. However, you may be stumped about where to begin—after all, there’s a longstanding debate about whether cardio or core strengthening exercises are most efficient in helping you tone your middle....

Common Foods That Contain Red Dye No. 3, the Dangerous Ingredient Just Banned by the FDA iStock Today, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it was officially banning the use of Red No. 3, a synthetic dye added to foods that has been found to cause cancer in rats. Used to give things like candy and cookies their bright red color, the dye was approved by the FDA more than 50 years ago....

Coors Is Pulling These Popular Beers From Shelves Amid Controversy ENZELEN / Shutterstock Whether you’re meeting up with friends after work or relaxing after mowing the lawn, unwinding with a cold beer in your hand has remained a pastime for centuries. And as warm summer weather returns, you’ll probably be even more likely to share some of your favorite brews with friends and families at backyard barbecues and poolside get-togethers. But if you’re a devoted fan of one major brewery, it may be harder to find your go-to cans in the coming weeks....

Costco Is Recalling Cheese Slices That May Be Contaminated With Plastic Shutterstock Costco shoppers have a lot of strong opinions when it comes to the company’s food offerings. Over the past few months, customers have accused the retailer of half-filled seasoning bottles , and called out “awful” store-brand foods . One shopper even took to social media with claims that she found parasites in Kirkland salmon . Now Costco is doing what it can to get ahead of any potential complaints by warning certain members about a recall of Tillamook cheese slices....

Costco Shoppers Are Abandoning These Kirkland Products: “Worst Things I’ve Ever Tasted” <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2669465484_1436_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=“Costco Shoppers Are Abandoning These Kirkland Products: “Worst Things I’ve Ever Tasted” - 1”> Shutterstock Costco’s in-house brand Kirkland is beloved for so many things. For example, people swear Kirkland vodka is actually Grey Goose, and chefs love Kirkland olive oil. But like anything in life, there will always be naysayers, and some very impassioned Costco shoppers have recently taken to Reddit to air their grievances about certain Kirkland-brand products, specifically these five items....

Costco Shoppers Say the Retailer Should Be “Ashamed to Sell” This Seasonal Product Tada Images / Shutterstock Loyal Costco members head to their local warehouse all year round, but many particularly enjoy the retailer’s beloved seasonal selections. Depending on whether it’s winter, spring, summer, or fall, different coveted items suddenly become available, and shoppers anxiously wait for products to reappear in stores and online. One such item has made its annual return, but this year, shoppers claim that the wholesaler should actually be “ashamed to sell” it....

Critical Warning for Raw Milk Drinkers as Bird Flu Cases Surge Shutterstock California has halted the sale of raw milk after detecting the H5N1 bird flu virus in samples from a farm in Fresno. “All Raw Farm operations are currently under quarantine, from herds to bottled product, which means that all raw milk product distribution is suspended,” Steve Lyle , director of public affairs for the agency, said in a statement....

Deadly Salmonella Outbreak Spreading in 34 States—These Are the Symptoms SDI Productions/iStock Whether you’re getting a head start on your New Year’s resolution to eat healthier or preparing a holiday party spread, the produce section is an essential stop on any trip through the grocery store. But while the fruits and vegetables you’re filling your cart with are typically one of the best ways to do your body good, there’s still a risk of foodborne illness from eating anything that might be contaminated....

Dietitian Shares 5 Super Simple Ways to Up the Nutrition of Your Meals Shutterstock So much of the content you see online about what and what not to eat centers around weight loss. Maybe it’s a list of low-calorie foods , or perhaps it’s a video sharing metabolism-boosting meal ideas. Sometimes, we’re so focused on the number on the scale that we forget how important it is to eat a healthy, balanced diet....

Doctors Discover 5 Symptoms That Can Predict Multiple Sclerosis Up to 15 Years Sooner Shutterstock It’s estimated that multiple sclerosis (MS) affects nearly 3 million people globally, according to the National MS Society. The neurological disease causes muscle weakness , vision impairment, numbness, loss of balance, and memory issues, explains Cleveland Clinic. Now, researchers have pinpointed five symptoms as early warning signs that can appear up to 15 years sooner than typical MS onset....

Doctors Warn This “Healthy” Drink Could Be Sabotaging Your Weight Loss <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2671643648_7882_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 Warn This “Healthy” Drink Could Be Sabotaging Your Weight Loss - 1”> Shutterstock On the surface, zero-sugar drinks (such as zero-calorie sodas , flavored sparkling waters, energy drinks, and juices) might seem like a foolproof way to reduce both your calorie and sugar intake—however, it’s not so cut and dried. While these beverages are often marketed as healthier alternatives, their artificial ingredients can do more harm than good for your overall health....

Doctors Warn This Popular Med Is “The Most Dangerous OTC Drug” pikselstock/Shutterstock In cases of mild sickness, your pharmacy usually has everything you need to get on the path to wellness. But experts warn that convenience can come with consequences: Some over-the-counter (OTC) drugs that many consumers consider safe can cause a range of adverse effects. In particular, one popular medication has been linked to roughly half of all cases of acute liver failure in the U....

Copyright @allthingsdollartree / TikTok Copyright @beautifulfabfinds / TikTok Dollar Tree is known for carrying expensive name-brand makeup products in discreet packaging , but every once in a while, shoppers stumble upon labeled products hiding in plain sight. This was the case for TikToker @beautifulfabfinds, who recently found rows of Hard Candy’s Glitteratzi Press + Play Lip products. Copyright @alexx_schmutz / TikTok “I highly recommend these Real Techniques sponges,” said TikToker @alexx_schmutz , urging shoppers to stock up now because she “hasn’t seen them in so long....

Dollar Tree Shopper Shares the 5 Latest High-End Beauty Finds for Just $1.25 Copyright @kimnuzzolo / TikTok Dollar Tree isn’t exactly known for selling luxury beauty products. After all, nearly everything in the store has a $1.25 price tag. That doesn’t mean you won’t occasionally find high-end makeup and feminine care items, though. On social media, shoppers are applauding Dollar Tree for investing in generic beauty brands that prioritize organic and high-end ingredients—many of which are probably in your name-brand makeup and skincare products at home....

Dr. Fauci Just Issued an Urgent New Warning to Vaccinated People C-SPAN The pandemic has taken yet another turn with the discovery of the Omicron variant . Mounting research has shown that the latest version of the virus is likely to be more contagious and make currently available vaccines less effective. And as more information comes in, Anthony Fauci , MD, chief COVID adviser to the White House, is warning fully vaccinated people that there’s still one major thing they need to do to protect themselves from the latest variant....

Early Summer Heat Wave to Bring Triple-Digit Temperatures This Week—Here’s Where Shutterstock While you may already be jumping in the pool or heading out on your long awaited vacations, summer hasn’t officially started yet. (That’s June 20—mark your calendars!) But the summer solstice is one thing, and meteorological summer is another. That actually kicked off on June 1, and the season is wasting no time in heating things up. This week, an early summer heat wave will send temperatures into the triple digits in three states....

Eating These 7 Foods Before Bed Will Help You Get a Better Night’s Sleep, Nutritionists Say iStock Wouldn’t it be lovely if you could crawl into bed each night and effortlessly fall asleep ? Unfortunately, a good night’s rest can be hard to come by, especially as we get older. According to the experts at HealthDay , 28 percent of adults in the U.S. say insomnia is taking a toll on their daily lives, and nearly two-thirds report using sleep aids daily to help themselves fall or stay asleep....

Family Dollar Is Slashing Prices for Shoppers to Save Itself Nolichuckyjake / Shutterstock Family Dollar is one of the largest dollar store chains in the U.S., but it’s not the most successful. A subsidiary of Dollar Tree, Family Dollar has roughly 8,000 stores nationwide and is in direct competition with the ever-expanding Dollar General, per CNN Business. Due to its often higher prices in stores, the discount chain has been struggling to keep up with its rivals....