I purchased my wedding gown from Etsy for less than $800. As a middle-aged bride on a budget, it was the perfect dress for me.
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If you have a high VO2 max score, you could live longer. I took a class to boost mine — and finally found a way to make cardio fun.
A cardio class to increase VO2 max, which a Business Insider health reporter tried, involved wearing a nasal strip and breathing through her mouth for as long as possible.
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My 88-year-old grandma lives the most fulfilled life of anyone I know. Her 'secret to success' is wildly simple.
My 88-year-old grandma told me her secret to living a fulfilled, happy life with family and friends is simple and all about living in the moment.
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Today is your last chance to file a claim with 23andMe for your genetic data in 2023
July 14 at 11:59 p.m. CT is your last chance to file a claim with 23andMe for a 2023 data breach that may have compromised your genetic data.
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A doctor who studies how a healthy gut can prevent colon cancer does 3 simple things to lower his risk
Dr. Neelendu Dey studies whether gut microbes can be harnessed to prevent and treat colon cancer. He factors the latest research into his lifestyle choices.
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'Superman' actor Edi Gathegi says he got into shape for his role without any trendy wellness hacks
"Part of my process of getting ready for 'Superman' was training with this brilliant South Indonesian martial artist," Edi Gathegi said.
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At 22, my daughter moved back home. She's used to having a roommate — I'm not.
My 22-year-old daughter moved home to save money after graduating from college. We've had to work together to find a routine that works for us.
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I'm 38 and live in a retirement village. My rent is cheap, and my neighbors have taught me how to be a better friend.
I'm 38, and I live in a retirement village. My neighbors have never made me feel out of place, and living here has changed how I view aging.
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Wealthy watches at Wimbledon: The high-end timepieces celebrities rocked at this year's tennis tournament
In this Saturday edition of Business Insider Today, we're talking about watches the wealthy wore at Wimbledon, plus pelvic floors and dad problems.
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For years, a personal trainer was told her stomach issues were IBS and hemorrhoid symptoms. At 40, she found out she had colon cancer.
A personal trainer who followed a clean diet was diagnosed with colon cancer after her rectal bleeding and bloating were dismissed as benign stomach issues.
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Men are embracing pelvic floor therapy — and not just for better sex
Many men have a tight pelvic floor, causing sexual dysfunction and toilet issues. Fix it with strength-training and restorative exercises.
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I just had my fourth baby. This pregnancy felt more special because I knew it would be my last.
Our family didn't feel complete with three children, so we decided to have one more. I was able to enjoy my final pregnancy more than the others.
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A 51-year-old woman got into the best shape of her life after perimenopause. Here are 5 daily supplements she can't miss.
A woman in her 50s takes supplements such as protein powder, fiber, and collagen to build muscle and improve her overall health.
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There are unexpected perks to being the last kid at home, just ask my youngest son
My youngest was sad when his older siblings first moved out of our house. Then he realized he didn't have to share the bathroom.
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5 to 9
How Tony Hawk spends his 5-9: From playing with his grandson to taking creatine
After seriously breaking his leg in 2022, Tony Hawk, 57, has a new outlook on life: even the simplest skating trick is to be cherished, and maybe exercising isn't such a bad idea.
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My husband and I have been together for over 50 years. These 3 tips are the keys to our marriage.
My husband Barry and I have been together for 51 years. We spend a month apart every year and we don't keep score.
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A 'sandwich generation' mom learned she had breast cancer, then lost her father. The hardest part was staying positive in front of her kids.
Part of the sandwich generation, Katie Asturizaga navigated breast cancer treatment while caring for her children and grieving the loss of her father.
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Plus-size clothes are disappearing in the Ozempic era
The rise of Ozempic and weight-loss drugs is a convenient excuse for the fashion industry and retailers to cut back on plus-size clothing options.
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My husband is an identical triplet. No, I'm not attracted to his brothers, and I only mixed them up once.
Because we started dating in a different city to where his brothers lived, I often forgot he was a triplet. People often stare and ask weird questions.
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The 7 best places to buy contacts online using insurance, HSA, and FSA in 2025
The best places to buy contacts online should accept insurance as well as HSA or FSA money, including companies like 1-800 Contacts and GlassesUSA.
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I've moved 3 times after major breakups — including once to a new continent. It helps me heal quicker.
I move after every big breakup and have healed in South Africa, Namibia, and France. It helps me find the parts of myself I lost to the relationship.
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Exclusive
A new app helps busy parents book last-minute childcare. Here's the pitch deck that raised $10 million.
The Bumo app lets parents book last-minute childcare services, from daycare to summer camp. Here's the pitch deck they used to raise $10 million.
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Eli Lilly's 3-step strategy to dominate the $95 billion obesity market
Business Insider spoke to Eli Lilly's new president of cardiometabolic health, who shared the company's aggressive incretin drug strategy.
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I moved from Atlanta to Panama with my 97-year-old mother. Healthcare is excellent here, and we can afford a larger home.
Debbie Boyd moved from Atlanta to Panama with her 97-year-old mother, who has dementia, for lower costs and healthcare options.
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My husband asked me to change my last name to his when we got married. Years later, he apologized.
A few years ago my husband apologized for asking me to take his last name when we married. I don't want to go through the paperwork again.
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Chickpeas can significantly lower your cholesterol. Here are 5 tasty recipes scientists recommend to improve your health.
In a new trial, all it took to lower people's cholesterol to healthy levels was a cup of chickpeas a day.
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I vowed not to be lonely when I moved to a small town and got better at making friends. At 40, I haven't stopped growing my circle.
When I moved to a small town, I got better at making friends. Now, at 40, I feel I'll never be done making new connections.
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Dive into these six summer reads, recommended by BI's editors
Six BI editors share what they're reading this summer.
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I thought I had great cholesterol, but a trendy new blood test said the opposite — sending me down a mind-boggling rabbit hole
A $500 annual blood testing membership promises to help consumers take their health into their own hands. Can it deliver?
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I tried all 6 of Soho House's new $12 fitness smoothies. They put regular protein shakes to shame.
Luxury protein smoothies are an expensive but convenient way to hit nutrition goals: and they make you feel like an influencer.
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Just 1 cup of black beans curbs inflammation in your body. Here are 4 science-backed recipes to boost your health.
Just by adding a cup of black beans per day to their diet, participants in this study reduced chronic low-grade inflammation in the body.
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A trip to Morocco with my mother-in-law made us closer than ever. We talk like we're friends.
My mother-in-law and I have always been close, but traveling to Morocco with me and my husband made us closer than ever. We talk like friends.
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I've been a mom for nearly 20 years and am raising 6 kids. I still don't feel like I have the hang of this.
I'm raising six kids and some days I still feel like I'm failing. Now I'm starting to see that this just means I care.
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Your high school reunion doesn't need to be stressful. Here are 8 dos and don'ts from therapists to help you enjoy the night.
I dreaded my 20-year high school reunion. I spoke to therapists who shared do's and don'ts before you attend yours so you can enjoy the moment.
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A timeline of Kate Middleton's health struggles, from a cancer diagnosis to her new normal after treatment
Kate Middleton said it was a "relief" to be in remission, though she admitted that the post-treatment phase can also be challenging.
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I'm a personal trainer who gained over 50 pounds while pregnant. Being kind to myself made getting fit again much easier.
Instead of trying to "bounce back" postpartum as women are pressured to do, Emily Ricketts found motivation in feeling like a beginner again.
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I had the most common symptom of colon cancer in my early 30s. Here's why I got a (pricey) colonoscopy over a stool test.
I had a symptom of colon cancer and family history, so I got a colonoscopy. It was expensive, and insurance was a nightmare, but I'm glad I did it.
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When my wife and I changed our minds about being childfree, we did 5 things to assess our retirement plan
Eric Roberge and his wife, both financial advisors, changed their minds about having a baby but made five money moves first.
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I was a helicopter parent until my child's teacher told me I needed to let go. Now my son is thriving.
My son's fourth grade teacher told me I needed to take a step back. Now I see that all of my help was holding my son back.
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5 to 9
How Katherine Heigl spends her 5 to 9 — from raising teens to maintaining her 100-day Peloton streak
Katherine Heigl told Business Insider how she spends the hours she's not working — including making her kids ramen so she doesn't have to cook daily.
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Olivia Munn says she learned to let go of her 'extra baggage' after her breast cancer diagnosis
"Even the problems and headaches that can arise on any given day, I always know how lucky I am to be healthy enough to enjoy them," Olivia Munn told Business Insider.
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After grad school, I moved in with my mother-in-law in Italy to save money while I job hunt. I'm learning it's OK to ask for help.
I'm living with my mother-in-law in Italy while I search for a job. I love living with family, and I'm getting used to a slower pace of life.
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We moved in with a couple in their 50s when we were in our 20s. Despite the age difference, we became lifelong friends.
My partner and I rented a room from a couple 30 years older than we were. We had great conversations, often shared meals, and are still friends.
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The CEO of Crunch shares his 4-step routine to feel younger as he ages — from Pilates to creatine supplements
Crunch Fitness exec and Marine Corps. vet Jim Rowley stays fit and healthy at 58 with Pilates, dumbbell workouts, and a precise supplement stack.
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Inside Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's Venetian vows
In this Saturday edition of Business Insider Today, we're talking about the Bezos wedding, successful men's morning routines, and luxury gyms.
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7 men told us how they start their days. Fancy alarm clocks and morning runs are key to their success.
Running, hydro rowing, and journaling are just some of the activities successful men do each morning to start their days.
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Luxury gym memberships can be a splurge. 3 people share how they find discounts and make the most of amenities.
Gyms like Equinox and Life Time can costs hundreds a month. Here's how some people save up.
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Getting tickets for fitness competitions like Hyrox is almost as hard as seeing Taylor Swift
Gyms are starting to launch their own fitness competitions for people who fail to get a coveted Hyrox ticket.
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I help busy people organize their digital clutter. Here are 5 features you should start using on your phone and laptop immediately.
I was trained by Marie Kondo to declutter homes but digital clutter was always the elephant in the room. Here are five strategies for dealing with it.
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