Stranger still are all the things you’ll never catch flight crew doing on a plane. From whether or not you’ll ever see a flight attendant out of uniform to how many of those mini bottles they’ll actually serve you, these things flight attendants are never allowed to do might surprise even the most intrepid travelers. Read on to see 20 things you should never ask your flight attendant. Unfortunately, that bottle of rum you bought in duty-free can’t be cracked open when you’re on the plane....

“While there are some health benefits of coffee consumption, research also shows that it can actually make you more tired,” says Jeanette Kimszal, a nutrition and fitness expert. “It becomes a vicious cycle of being tired and reaching for coffee only to lead you to become more tired.” She advises that if you must have coffee, stick to one cup a day to minimize the “negative energy-draining effects.” Or why not go on a break from coffee altogether, and try one of these 25 solutions that provide energy without caffeine?...

“Believe it or not, your gut microbiome is the foundation of your health,” Michele Helfgott, MD, told Parkview Health, explaining that good gut health “occurs when you have a balance between the good (helpful) and bad (potentially harmful) bacteria and yeast in your digestive system.” Helfgott points out that 80 percent of your immune system resides in your gut, as well as most of your body’s serotonin. “This means if your gut isn’t healthy, then your immune system and hormones won’t function, and you will get sick,” Helfgott says....

Sleep apnea is incredibly common—especially in those who are middle-aged, according to the Division of Sleep Medicine at Harvard Medical School. As you go through your 40s, your risk only grows—and, in turn, that could increase your risk of everything from heart disease to teeth issues. When you have an increased occurrence of sleep apnea, “the jaw begins to move forward in order to acquire more air, which is exhibited by teeth grinding,” says Inna Chern, DDS, of New York General Dentistry....

READ THIS NEXT: Wearing This Color Makes People Trust You More, Study Says. There’s no harm in asking for a second opinion on something, especially if you’re about to make a big decision. Nevertheless, phrasing is important. By asking a friend if they think you should do something, you’re inadvertently taking away from your own independence, Ronnie Adamowicz, MA, psychotherapist, counselor, and life and wellness coach, tells Best Life.ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb “Phrased in the above manner (‘do you think I should’), it takes away autonomy from the one who is asking it, and ultimately hands it over to the other, sending a clear message that they are unsure in themselves, and ultimately portrays them as not being confident,” Adamowicz says....

At one point, Washington—the country’s first coronavirus hotspot—seemed to have contained the outbreak. But the numbers have gotten worse lately. For the week ending in June 28, the state saw an additional 3,179 cases, which represents a 181.3 percent rise in new cases, according to Reuters. Given the rapidly rising numbers, Gov. Jay Inslee made face masks mandatory in Washington last week. As of June 30, The New York Times reports over 34,000 total coronavirus cases in the state....

Take your brain, for example. Made up of “more than 100 billion nerves that communicate in trillions of connections called synapses,” WebMD calls the brain “one of the largest and most complex organs in the human body.” Responsible for every process that regulates our body, as well as emotion, motor skills, touch, hunger, and more, your brain is working 24 hours a day, seven days a week—and that’s how much care and attention it needs from you, too....

READ THIS NEXT: 5 Body Language Signs That Mean Someone Is Lying, According to Therapists and Lawyers. If someone’s mouth appears tense, it’s a major tip-off that they might be lying. “The lips are full of nerves and are highly vascular, and as the brain’s emotional control center, the limbic system, controls them, they are challenging to manage during periods of heightened emotional reactions, such as stress or attempts at deception,” explains Ellie Borden, registered psychotherapist and clinical director of Mind By Design....

When it comes to your health, exercise is always going to be part of the equation. It’s just so important to being a healthy person. And if all its other benefits weren’t enough, it turns out it can help prevent Alzheimer’s. For the study in Neurology, researchers “used detailed diet and lifestyle information from two databases, one of 1,845 people whose average age was 73, the other of 920 people whose average age was 81....

READ THIS NEXT: If You’re Letting Your Hair Go Gray, Do This First, Experts Say. You wouldn’t dare leave the house without your trusty SPF, but did you know hair suffers from UV damage, too? And silver strands are particularly vulnerable. “The melanin in our hair protects it from the sun, like a natural sunblock, but gray hair has little to no melanin,” says Brandie Devillier, platform educator at the Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute and certified color educator at Elevate Hair....

Disclosure: This post is not supported by affiliate partnerships. Any products linked here are strictly for editorial purposes and will not garner a commission. READ THIS NEXT: 5 Tips For Wearing Heels Over 65, According to Doctors and Style Experts. If there’s one item that should be on the must-have basics list, it would probably be the black legging. Black is an incredibly stylish and flattering neutral. It’s slimming and confers a sleek and tailored look, which is especially brilliant below the waist....

“Warning signs can appear on your skin and nails, which is why your dermatologist may be the first doctor to notice that you have heart disease,” the American Academy of Dermatology states. Various growths, discolorations, or swelling in certain areas could be linked to serious heart complications. Read on to discover which specific skin signs may be problematic and warrant a heart health check-up. READ THIS NEXT: 3 Ways Your Stomach Is Telling You That Your Heart’s in Trouble....

Keeping your blinds open may make your home look bright and cheery, but doing so can also cause serious damage to your flooring if you’re not careful. “Harsh UV rays can cause premature fading and discoloration to floors, especially hardwood flooring,” says flooring expert Paul Carter, executive vice president and chief purchasing officer at Empire Today. That doesn’t mean you have to live in the dark, though—Carter simply recommends making sure you’ve closed your blinds when you head out for the day....

READ THIS NEXT: 5 Low-Maintenance Dogs You Barely Need to Walk. Just like conversations with your own healthcare provider, it can be difficult for vets to bring up sensitive subjects with owners they fear might come across as judgemental or demeaning. In fact, experts say it can be one of the most challenging parts of keeping dogs healthy. “Owners can find it hard to broach the topic of obesity,” Linda Simon, DVM, a veterinary surgeon and a consultant for FiveBarks, tells Best Life....

While your travel team may select a pricier sailing selection, you can take control of your bottom line by being budget-savvy with your experiences. Ready to save before booking and once aboard the ship of your dreams? Read on for tips and tricks to make a luxury cruise more affordable. And next, don’t miss The 10 Best U.S. Cities Every Traveler Should See. Before even boarding a cruise ship, passengers can start saving during the booking process....

READ THIS NEXT: If Your Partner Is Overusing This Word, They May Break Up With You, Study Says. Sometimes people simply do need a little more “me time” or want to do certain things on their own. But according to Terri DiMatteo, LPC, a professional marriage therapist at Open Door Therapy, a sudden shift where your partner starts asking for time away from you could also indicate that they want to break up....

RELATED: 5 Early Warnings Signs of a Stroke You Need to Know, According to Experts. Being overweight is associated with all kinds of health problems, including things like diabetes and high blood pressure, which significantly increase your risk of having a stroke. The good news is that even losing 10 pounds if you are overweight can have a substantial impact on your stroke risk. According to Harvard Health, an ideal body mass index (BMI) is 25 or less....

If you’re interested in the personal lives of celebrities from the past and present, this is the list for you. There are Old Hollywood scandals, such as the one that led Elizabeth Taylor from her third to her fourth to her fifth husband. There are teen love triangles, like the one that existed between Aaron Carter and two of young Hollywood’s biggest stars. And there are forgotten flings of the past, like the one between a Sex and the City star and the most eligible bachelor, like, ever, and the one between Tom Cruise and… Cher?...

RELATED: 40 Things Every Woman Over 40 Should Know About Her Health. New research from Bonafide, a company that sells women’s health products, has found that only the minority of women are addressing their menopause symptoms. The company’s 2021 State of Menopause Study surveyed more than 1,000 women ages 40 to 65 across the U.S. According to the findings, 73 percent of women reported that they are not currently treating their menopause symptoms....

READ THIS NEXT: The 6 Words You Should “Never Ever Ever” Say to Your Partner, According to a Therapist. If you and your partner are working through an issue and you ask them to “give you an example” of a time you behaved a certain way, you’re essentially challenging them to prove that their statement is valid, explains Lauren Consul, licensed marriage and family therapist, in a TikTok video. However, there is a way this question can be productive....