Lifestyle

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    Best Gym in Every State

    A gym is a sanctuary, a sweat session, and a social scene all wrapped up into a business that lives and dies by its members. Naturally the best gyms house friendly, knowledgeable staff, a solid assortment of well-maintained fitness gear…

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    30 Electronics and Accessories That Are a Complete Waste of Money

    The world of electronics and their accessories is a wild, untamed web of tech company stores, electronics retailers, discount stores, online retailers, convenience stores, and airport vending machines. There are a whole lot of items within that web that claim…

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    Don’t Buy Into These 15 Skin Cancer Myths

    Over the years, you may have heard various things from well-meaning friends, family members, and colleagues about the deadly effects of skin cancer and how to prevent it. But what is the truth? We looked at some misconceptions about the…

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    17 Affordable Wedding and Engagement Ring Alternatives

    Thanks to a very successful marketing campaign, diamond rings became symbols of eternal love starting in the 1940s. But sales have been flagging as millennials reject the marriage traditions and spending priorities of older generations. For couples looking to trim…

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    The 16 Most Expensive Royal Weddings Around the World

    The average American wedding costs more than $33,000. But there’s nothing average about royalty — or the parties they throw when they get married. From 15th century celebrations of love to the much-hyped upcoming marriage of Prince Harry to Meghan…

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    10 Ways to Lose Those Last 5 Pounds Before Your Wedding

    Just before the wedding is not the time for major lifestyle changes — but small tweaks can help with losing a few pounds. There’s no magic cure here; losing weight requires effort applied to both diet and exercise (with muscle-toning…

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    Boston Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

    Kids are expensive, and getting the family together for an affordable meal can be difficult. Luckily, there are many restaurants in the Boston area where kids eat free or cheap,…

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    30 Factors To Consider Before Moving To A Senior Community

    Life is all about change — and moving to a senior community is a big one. It’s not only smart but also necessary to do plenty of research before making…

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    12 Places That Kids Love But Parents Hate

    Going to places that kids love and parents hate is practically a rite of passage for parents everywhere. It’s part of the job and the learning curve. Because nearly all…

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    What is Assisted Living and 15 Other Important Questions Answered About Senior Care

    Every day, 10,000 baby boomers turn 65. Many are expected to live well into their 80s, and most will need assistance at some point. The aging of the U.S. population…

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    20 Reasons Not to Have Kids

    There are few decisions more life-changing than having children. Thankfully, today’s would-be parents have more time and more relaxed societal expectations in which to consider the many pros and cons…

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    25 Cheap Ways to Spur Fat Loss

    Fat loss can be achieved without pricey supplements, gym memberships, or pay-to-play diet plans. Instead, there are plenty of simple and inexpensive options to kick off a healthy fat-loss cycle…

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    I Started Taking a Daily Probiotic and This Is What Happened

    The Importance of Gut Health Researchers continue to uncover just how important gut health is to overall health. The bacteria in the gut are now known to be predictors of…

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    15 Low-Cost Alternatives to a Juice Cleanse

    Juice cleanses may be a raging fad, but they’re not the be all and end all of detox programs. In fact, many people find that juice cleanses make them feel…

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    I Started Meditating, and This Is What Happened

    If I said you could break your phone addiction, declutter your closets, and enjoy better sleep and more stable moods with just minutes of free meditation a day, would you…

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    20 Benefits of Growing Old

    When we’re young, we often wish that the hands of time would slow down so we wouldn’t have to grow old. But little do we know that there are numerous…

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    Everything You Need to Know About Lice

    Every year, children are sent home from school because of an itchy little pest: head lice. While these tiny bloodsuckers are a major annoyance, experts stress that there’s little health…

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    21 Free or Cheap Ways to Take a Better Selfie

    For better or for worse, selfies are everywhere and it looks like they’re here to stay. They’ve practically been elevated to an art form thanks to high-quality cell phone cameras,…