Reader's Digest US Magazine - May 2024

In this issue

GET A GREEN(ER) THUMB
An RD ORIGINAL

The Snore-Cam KIDNAPPING
A DRAMA IN REAL LIFE

Mom’s Last Ball Game
From THE BALTIMORE SUN

SOARING COSTS OF ELDER CARE
From THE NEW YORK TIMES

The Not-So-Sweet
Side of Sugar
An RD ORIGINAL

Relief for ‘TECH NECK’
From THEHEALTHY.COM

13 Things About Bees

Ringing True

He thought his late parents' wedding bands were gone forever

2 mins

Crazy for Curry

It's steeped in spice-and not the one you think

2 mins

HOW TO DEFUSE A BOMB, ACCORDING TO MY MOM

OK, SWEETIE, NOW just stay calm and don't panic. I SAID DON'T PANIC. You're making me nervous.

2 mins

Eye Health Epidemic

What's behind the sharp increase in nearsightedness?

3 mins

I Tried It ...Exercises to Relieve "Tech Neck"

I STARE AT MY phone for five hours a day. At least, that's what an impertinent weekly notification tells me. As a result, I've developed \"tech neck❞— head forward, shoulders rounded and back slumped-and it causes pain in my back, shoulders and neck.

1 min

GET A GREEN(ER) THUMB

Whether you love digging in the dirt, planting seeds and reaping the bounty that bursts forth, or find the whole idea of gardening intimidating, this spring offers the promise of a fresh start. Growing flowers, vegetables, herbs or anything else need not be endlessly fussy or take up your entire Saturday. As an avid gardener, I'm not opposed to a little sweat, but I much prefer working smart and keeping things easy. Here's a quick guide to minimize your effort and maximize your joy.

8 mins

GROWING Joy

Gardening yields endless rewards, from first sprouts to final harvest, and then the best part: sharing the bounty

7 mins

"I HAD TO DO IT"

Americans are living longer, forcing loved ones to make impossible choices about their long-term care

10+ mins

Breaking Camp

Good campers leave no trace. Bad ones leave with hilarious stories.

3 mins

THE BITTER TRUTH ABOUT SUGAR (AND SUGAR SUBSTITUTES!)

It's no secret that Americans have a serious addiction. Here's how to cut back on the sweet stuff, once and for all.

7 mins

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