Lifestyle
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Healthy Ways to Cope With Seasonal Depression
If you have been noticing a drop in mood and lower energy levels lately, you are not alone. One in 5 people notice a consistent mood shift during the winter months of December, January, and February that negatively affects their…
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Best Cities for Single Seniors
Being single isn’t a status reserved just for the young. According to the Census Bureau, around 20 million Americans age 65 and older are currently single, and the good news is that it’s never too late to find romance. We…
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50 Best Small Towns to Visit in Winter
There’s something special about the charms of a small town during winter that warms the heart. Whether we’re strolling along a snow-dusted main street beneath twinkling holiday lights, or cozying up by the fire with hot chocolate after a fun…
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23 Most Beloved Christmas Collectibles
From those famed Hess trucks to every-year-a-new-one Hallmark ornament series, people collect all kinds of things for the holidays, unpacking them each season to proudly create one-of-a-kind displays. The bottom line is, these collectibles add personality to your celebration —…
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12 U.S. Cities That Are Better Than Times Square for New Year’s Eve
New York City’s Times Square is undoubtedly one of the most popular places in the world to ring in a new year. But it’s hardly the only place as cities around the U.S. have really stepped up their game. Travelers…
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What to Do If You’re Feeling Alone This Holiday
The holiday season is the time of year most associated with family, friends, and community — which can make spending that time alone particularly challenging. There are a variety of reasons that you might find yourself alone at the holidays.…
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The Best and Worst Health Food Trends of 2019
The health and wellness food market is big business — it’s often referred to as the next trillion-dollar industry. According to Statista, it will be valued at $811.82 billion by…
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Why Is HIV/AIDS a Surprising Killer Among Seniors?
National HIV/AIDS Day and Aging Awareness Day fall on the same date — and for good reason. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, HIV/AIDS diagnoses are surprisingly…
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The Hottest Trends Every Year of the Past Decade
Every decade has its trends, and the 2010s were no different. From mobile games that spawned franchises to crazy weight-loss methods, some of the trends of the last decade will…
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20 Ridiculous Things Americans Obsessed About 10 Years Ago
From the frustrating ending of the TV show “Lost” and introduction to all things “Jersey Shore” to playing “Angry Birds” and hearing the sound of the vuvuzela, the start of…
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Shop These Favorite Walmart Products of 2019
Walmart aims to be the low-price leader on everything in its cavernous stores, and it has been battling Amazon online by offering free two-day shipping on millions of items. One…
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33 Holiday Slow Cooker Recipes to Feed a Crowd
The holidays are busy for everyone. If you’re having guests over, one way to save time and effort is to utilize your slow cooker as much as possible. Most crock…
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Free Holiday Shipping: How Much You Have to Spend at Your Favorite Stores
No one likes to pay for shipping, and this holiday season, you won’t have to pay at many of the most popular retailers. Some are offering free shipping on all…
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23 Household Names Who Were Nobodies 10 Years Ago
It only takes a moment to become famous, but most stars dubbed “overnight sensations” have been working for years to get to their breakthrough — people just hadn’t heard of…
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You’ll Never Believe How Many Calories Are in These Popular Holiday Dishes
It’s no secret holiday meals are loaded with calories, not to mention sodium and excessive amounts of fat. The typical holiday dinner may have as much as 4,500 calories, so…
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21 Healthy Meal Hacks for the Holidays
For many, the holidays are the best time of year. The parties, the presents, the festive family gatherings — there’s so much to love. But for better or worse, all…
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25 Walmart Holiday Gift Bargains
It’s not too early to start tackling that gift list. Walmart — along with warehouse-club rival Costco — remains one of the best places to do it on the cheap,…
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24 Famous People You Probably Didn’t Know Were Diabetic
More than 30 million Americans live with either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes — which is entirely preventable, but is by far the more common. Although there are certain…
