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New Christmas Store Opening 30 Locations This Holiday—4 Things We Know Shutterstock Arguably, the only thing better than pulling your favorite decorations out of storage for the season is getting to pick new ones and upgrade your existing stash. As Halloween approaches, many major retailers do a decent job of stocking a wide variety of holiday decorations on their shelves. But this year, you might have an entirely new shopping option at your disposal as Spirit Christmas stores continue to expand their locations....

New Report Says Most Americans Are Seriously Lacking Vitamin D—Here’s How to Get More Shutterstock As many doctors will tell you, a healthy diet that’s rich in nutrients should stave off most vitamin deficiencies—no supplements needed . However, there are a handful of exceptions to the rule. In particular, a new report says that most Americans are deficient in vitamin D, typically produced in your skin upon exposure to sunshine. The problem is especially widespread during the winter months when we cover up in cold weather and only rarely catch rays....

New Research Reveals Exercise Curbs Hunger Like Ozempic—But Unfairly for Women iStock Two recent studies are helping to explain the benefits of exercise and its ability to control your hunger cravings—a hot topic given the popularity of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic. These drugs help to quiet “food noise” in your brain and regulate hormones related to your appetite, but researchers are reminding the public that exercise has been, and will continue to be, a natural way to curb cravings....

New Research Reveals the Hidden Dangers of Popular Low-Carb Diets iStock People sign on to diets for all types of reasons, whether it’s part of a weight loss journey or trying to reduce their risk of heart disease . However, not all dietary changes lead to positive outcomes. Case in point: A new study highlights how popular low-carb diets could increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer. RELATED: This Common Vitamin Can Reduce Colon Cancer Risk By 17%, New Research Shows ....

New Salmonella Outbreak Spreading in 25 States—Here’s How to Stay Safe Shutterstock We’ve already seen a number of Salmonella outbreaks in the U.S. just in the first half of the year. In January, nearly 50 people fell ill from charcuterie products sold at Costco and Sam’s Club. More recently, in April, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it was investigating an outbreak tied to Trader Joe’s basil ....

New Weight-Loss Drug Amycretin Has Patients Losing 13% of Body Weight in Just 3 Months Liudmila Chernetska / iStock Summer is getting closer and closer with each passing day, which has many of us kickstarting our diet and workout routines. But while more time in the gym and counting calories may work for some, shedding stubborn pounds can be more difficult for others. That’s where weight-loss drugs often come in. Novo Nordisk’s diabetes drug Ozempic and its sister drug for weight loss, Wegovy, are the biggest names in the space right now—but the company isn’t stopping there....

Nicole Kidman Sued a Tabloid for Claiming She Ended Jude Law’s Marriage Kevin Winter/Getty Images Ever since her divorce from Tom Cruise in 2001, Nicole Kidman has been a woman demonstrably in charge of her own career. Her production company, Blossom Films , has been behind projects including Hulu’s Nine Perfect Strangers and HBO Max’s upcoming Love and Death , and she also co-produced Big Little Lies , which garnered her an Emmy....

Northern Lights May Be Visible in 17 States Tonight Amid Geomagnetic Storm iStock / wanderluster Even though phenomena like total solar eclipses or meteor showers tend to draw a crowd, the Northern Lights stand out as one of the most sought-after spectacles for the way they dominate the night sky with dazzling, dancing sheets of color. But even if they do appear relatively often, the aurora borealis can still be elusive due to a handful of conditions—and are usually limited to certain areas, as their name suggests....

Nutritionists Warn About This Common Breakfast Mistake Than Can Make You Gain Weight Shutterstock Is your seemingly-healthy breakfast undermining your health, fitness, and weight loss regimen? What we eat first-thing in the morning can impact the rest of the day—and one of the worst things to choose is a breakfast that will make you hungry again in an hour or two. “I don’t like to put foods – breakfast foods or otherwise – in rigid ‘good’ or ‘bad’ categories,” registered dietitian Jennifer Kerner , RD, LD, tells University Hospitals ....

CPSC RELATED: 2.6 Million Stanley Travel Mugs Recalled After “Burn Injuries” Reported . 488,000 Charmast power banks are recalled due to fire and burn hazards. They were sold online from December 2018 through September 2024 for between $14 and $25 and came black, blue, green, mint, pink and white. “The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers,” states the recall notice....

Ozempic Causes Vision Loss, Growing Number of Lawsuits Claim: “There’s Another Side to This Drug” <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2672181228_9589_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=“Ozempic Causes Vision Loss, Growing Number of Lawsuits Claim: “There’s Another Side to This Drug” - 1”> iStock It’s hard to argue that the introduction of drugs like Ozempic has been anything short of revolutionary for people looking to lose weight. However, just like any other medication, studies have shown some side effects that may come with the injections, ranging from relatively common ailments like muscle loss to potentially serious health problems that may land patients in the hospital in some rare cases....

Ozempic Is Not the Most Effective Drug for Weight Loss, New Study Says oleschwander / Shutterstock Contrary to what you might have been told, Ozempic is not a weight-loss drug—at least, not officially. The Novo Nordisk injection has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, but that hasn’t stopped doctors from prescribing it off-label for weight loss. The same is true of competitor Mounjaro, made by Eli Lilly....

Ozempic Patient Shares “Psychological Effects” That Made Him Want to Quit iStock Ozempic has had a monumental impact in the fight against obesity—but that doesn’t mean the off-label weight loss drug doesn’t have its share of concerning side effects. We’ve heard horror stories from celebrities who have taken the GLP-1 medication, relating to debilitating constipation and extreme gastric issues. And there’s even been cases in which patients have experienced a low sex drive or aesthetic changes like “ Ozempic face ....

Ozempic Patients Report Debilitating New Side Effect: “Wish I Never Touched It” myskin / Shutterstock Weight loss is always a hot topic, but these days, it’s become less of a debate about diet and exercise and more a conversation about drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy (brand names for semaglutide injection). These drugs, used to treat diabetes and obesity, have helped people drop stubborn pounds quickly, making them popular among celebrities and the general public....

Patients Reveal Another “Nightmare” Ozempic Side Effect <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2669870585_3680_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=“Patients Reveal Another “Nightmare” Ozempic Side Effect - 1”> Shutterstock Better known by Novo Nordisk’s brand names Ozempic and Wegovy (the former of which is indicated only for type 2 diabetes), semaglutide injections have helped patients shed pounds while also offering a slew of other health benefits. But with the good comes the bad, as patients have also reported painful gastrointestinal (GI) side effects, muscle loss , and even behavioral changes ....

People With This Zodiac Sign Are the Most Awkward, Astrologers Say nicoletaionescu / iStock We all have that friend who can float through a party, balance their champagne and passed appetizer like a retired ballerina, and find something in common with every guest in attendance. And, of course, we all know people who are the opposite. They’re always pushing the pull door, standing in the back of big groups, and tripping on both their words and their shoelaces....

Pharmacist Says This Is the #1 Supplement to Regulate Your Hormones iStock Your hormones play a powerful and often behind-the-scenes role in nearly every aspect of your health. These tiny chemical messengers travel through your bloodstream, helping to regulate your energy levels, mood, metabolism , sleep, reproductive health, and even how your body responds to stress. When your hormones are in balance, everything tends to work more smoothly—you feel more energized , focused, and emotionally stable....

Pharmacist Shares 5 OTC Medications to Buy at Dollar Tree for “Only $1.25” Shutterstock At one time or another, most of us have turned to Dollar Tree to get steep discounts on everything from makeup to party supplies. But even the most budget-conscious consumers might not think to use Dollar Tree for their health care needs. It might be time to change that: Grant Harting , a licensed pharmacist in three different states, took to his TikTok account @grant_harting on May 22 to post a video that could have you reconsidering where to pick up your over-the-counter (OTC) drugs....

Police Reveal How to Avoid “Nearly Undetectable” Card Skimmers at ATMs Drazen Zigic / iStock In a few more years, dollar bills will be a thing of the past, according to Pew Research Center, which says that more and more Americans are transitioning to the “cashless” lifestyle. A 2022 study conducted by the Washington, D.C.-based think tank found that roughly 41 percent of Americans don’t use cash on typical weekly purchases....

Post-Holiday Storms Bringing Rain, Snow, and Ice—Here’s What to Expect iStock If you’re getting ready to travel back home from your Christmas celebrations, you may need to take the weather into account. The National Weather Service’s (NWS) post-holiday forecast from its Weather Prediction Center indicates that several parts of the U.S. will experience troublesome winter conditions during this time—with rain, snow, and ice expected. In fact, a storm system currently moving east across the country is likely to cause delays and difficulties for millions returning home after the holidays, NBC News reported....