Lifestyle
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24 Workout Myths That Are a Waste of Time and Energy
The pursuit of physical perfection (or simply good health) is fraught with half-truths, myths, and urban legends. We asked personal trainers from around the country to weigh in on some of the biggest fitness myths out there. Find out which…
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14 Mall Stores From the 1980s That No Longer Exist
If you had any amount of independence in the 1980s, you probably spent a ton of time at the mall. In those glorious days, the mall was your town’s heartbeat. Everybody was there, all the time. But even though tons…
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Costco’s New Member Perks Are Only For Some Customers. Here’s Who
Costco members love everything about the store, from the massive key lime pies to the $1.50 hot dog combos in the food court. And for some members, things are going to get a little better thanks to a couple new…
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21 Frozen Meals You Should Never Buy
There’s been long debate about whether it’s a good idea to eat frozen foods. Simply freezing food is not what makes it less healthy — some leading health organizations say frozen food is actually as nutritious as fresh, and certain nutrients…
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18 Vintage Photos of Middle-Class Birthdays in the 1980s
‘Go big or go home’ seemed to have been the motto of birthday parties in the 1980s. Every party, whether for a 3-year-old or an adult, was themed, and families regularly broke out the ice cream cakes, paper party hats,…
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20 Risky Home Projects You Should Never Try to Do Yourself
Home improvement looks so easy on TV, and going the DIY route is a real money saver when facing labor costs that can turn a leaky $11 toilet fill valve into a $200 expense. However, some projects are dangerous and…
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10 Gen-Z Wellness Hacks That Boomers Can Benefit From
Gen Z is leading the way in health and wellness, with a significantly higher percentage of young people emphasizing the importance of taking care of their mind and body than…
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13 HOA Red Flags That Could Cost You
Homeowners associations (HOAs) may keep neighborhoods looking neat and tidy, and your house value intact, but they can also come with a long list of restrictions that feel more like…
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15 Groovy Photos of Middle-Class Kitchens of the ’70s
From today’s beige, sleek, and everything-must-match perspective, the 1970s kitchen feels like another planet. Back then, everything was a focal point at once, and yeah — it was kind of…
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23 Vintage Photos of Middle Class Vacations in the 1950s
Everything in this world is more and more expensive, and even the simplest of vacations seem like they cost an arm and a leg. Even a day at Disneyland is…
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20 Photos of Everyday Life in the 1980s
Wasn’t life better in the 1980s? More optimism? More vibrancy? More adventure? We sure think so. So come on down and take a look at these 20 photos from the…
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8 Fast-Food Burgers That Are Worst for Your Cholesterol
About 86 million Americans over 20 have total cholesterol levels above 200 mg/dL, which already puts them at borderline-high risk for heart disease, according to CDC. Around 1 in 10…
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24 Discontinued ’70s and ’80s Foods That We’ll Never Stop Craving
Snack foods, insta-meals, cereals, and drinks tend to come and go, but the ones we remember from childhood seem to stick with us. Children of the 1970s and 1980s had…
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10 Things You Should Never Eat in the Morning
Starting each morning with the right breakfast is crucial to help you feel energized, invigorated, and ready to tackle the day. Just like you wouldn’t put the wrong kind of…
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8 Retailers That Will Buy Back Your Old Electronics
Every single thing in this world is too expensive, that’s for sure. We can’t avoid ending up at mega retailers, but wouldn’t it be nice if we could offload some…
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10 Things You Should Never Do First Thing in the Morning
We all have different mornings. Some meditate or dance to nice tunes while making breakfast, while others engage in a tug-of-war with a 3-year-old over wearing a winter jacket when…
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‘The Deepest Pain I’ve Ever Felt’: A Reminder of the True Meaning of Memorial Day
In these days leading up to Memorial Day, you’ll see sales at every retail giant under the sun and grocery ads geared toward backyard barbecues. You’ll roll your eyes when…
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15 Vintage Photos of 1970s Summer Cookouts
The backyard barbecue is as American as apple pie, and just as much of a tradition. Grilling outside, whether it’s for your friends, family, or your entire neighborhood, is one…
