For many, getting a Costco membership is one of the best ways to save money. From gas discounts tobulk pricing, there are so many deals to be found. And during this time of heightened inflation andrising prices, we want to shop smarter wherever we can. Zoran Karapancev / Shutterstock Luckily,Costco’s footprint in retail and food is only growingto offer these discounts worldwide. The companyreported120 million Costco cardholders in November 2022, which spans 583 domestic and 264 international locations....

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. Losing muscle as you get older can be inconvenient, not to mention dangerous. Shutterstock As a new study has found,a vitamin Ddeficiency may lead to loss of muscle as you age. At the beginning of the study, the participants had not yet lost muscle due to aging....

If you’ve ever worked in arestaurant, you probably feel like you knowtoomuch about dining out. Turns out, so much of it comes down to psychology. In fact, servers begin sizing you up the moment you sit down. Shutterstock “The goal isn’t to get someone to buy something that they don’t want. Below are all the shocking andsneaky restaurant tricksthat get you to both eatandspend more. They want you to order the entree that they make the most money on....

Self-care is so important to nurture your mental and physical wellness. Keeping up with your daily hygiene is not just about looking presentable. Your everyday lifestyle is jam-packed with so many daily tasks that involvecleanliness. Shutterstock You’re not washing your hands. Don’t think that keeping your hands clean is not important. Feeling Down This Winter? Shutterstock Try These Self-Care Hacks To Improve Your Mood 2. You’re not cleansing every part of your body in the shower....

America is embracing its convenience stores. But what are the brands that actually have food that is worth going out of your way for? Another Redditor pointed out thatWawa’s hoagies as well as its macaroni and cheesewere standouts. Shutterstock Barbecue is a popular choice at Buc-ee’s, but oneRedditor recommendscustomers try the candied cashews and beef jerky. Other Redditors highlighted the chain’schicken salad and french friesas good options to try. Other recognized flavors include Mint Cookie Crumble, Mango Dragon Fruit, and its Salty Caramel gelato....

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. Read on to learn more about the effects that eating late has on your ability to lose weight. Shutterstock Then, confirm to check out7 ‘Healthy’ Foods for You That Are Actually Worse Than Candy. They found that eating later increased hunger while also reducing the amount of energy that was used while awake....

Burger King fiddled around with its chicken menu in 2022. It sadlydiscontinued the fan-favorite Ch’Kingand introduced theItalian Royal Crispy Chickensandwich. For the new lineup, the French sandwich has been replaced by an all-new Mexican offering. Meaghan Cameron I tried them all with another taster to see which is worth it. See what we loved and which sandwiches fell short. The bun, despite being a little squished, looked soft and had pops of sesame seeds....

Muscular endurance is a key part of your physical fitness that needs TLC as you grow older. According toMedical News Today, muscular endurance is the duration of time your muscles can perform an exercise. Boosting your muscular endurance can enhance your physical fitness and overall well-being. Shutterstock So we’ve made things easy for you with five expert-approved fitness habits that improve your muscular enduranceafter 50. Aging puts your body through many difficult changes....

“Although, there isn’t enough research to indicate that echinacea can treat or cure any diseases.” Given these inconsistencies, you may wonder whether or not consuming echinacea supplements daily can impact your health. Is this herbal supplement good for you? Shutterstock Is it even effective at all? However, the research on echinacea’seffects on the immune systemprovides mixed results. “Echinacea can be taken as a supplement,” says Garcia. Shutterstock “Most research on echinacea has been geared toward its benefits forupper respiratory issues....

Servers are the de facto face of arestaurant. It’s also on the server to set the tone of the visitbeing upbeat, kind, and respectful. Or, as we found out, whoppers. Shutterstock Here are11 popular lies servers frequently tell their customers. Plus, don’t miss6 Secrets Bartenders Don’t Want You To Find Out. I’m doing great! Shutterstock Or “doing good.” Or even just fine. Still others would say some items were made fresh when they were frozen....

It’s time to grab your skis, and hit the slopes! Keep reading to learn more, and next, don’t missFun Winter Activities To Lose Weight Without Trying. Focus on light stretching if you’re sore post-skiing or after any snow sport. Shutterstock This is why muscles in the front of the body may feel sore after performing winter sports. With stretching, the intensity should be light and not painful. If experiencing any pain, lessen the intensity of the stretch....

Both Hershey and Trader Joe’s are nowfacing civil lawsuitsover the study’s findings. But not every brand tested by the consumer watchdog fared so poorly. (There is no current federal standard for lead and cadmium in foods, the report noted.) Shutterstock These five bars were all deemed “safer choices,” according to the study. Its cadmium content was also under half the maximum allowable level. Those high standards seem to have paid off when it comes to product safety as well....

It feels like a million different types of food get marketed as “healthy” nowadays. In some cases, these selections prove worse for your health thancandybecause of how much sugar they contain. Dried fruit You might never have considered thatfruit could be worse for youthan candy. Shutterstock “While fruit is generally considered a healthy food, dried fruit is often high in sugar and calories. Don’t feel like you oughta completely ditch dried fruit....