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3 keys to waking up happy!

Feel like you're slogging through the morning no matter how long you've slept? Up to 60% of us report waking up feeling fatigued thanks to a variety of sleep sappers. The key to a.m. energy? Scientists say it comes down to three simple things: moving a little today, sleeping longer tonight and eating a tasty breakfast tomorrow

The best natural back pain cures

We’re eager to enjoy spring, yet back pain can put a damper on our fun: 70% of women over 50 have at least one episode of back pain weekly. And while many reach for NSAIDs, Australian research reveals the drugs don’t offer significant relief. Instead, they can damage the intestines and cause “leaky gut,” a condition in which toxins spread from the intestines to the bloodstream and trigger tiredness, fatigue and weight gain. Luckily, these fixes soothe pain safely

"Rescuing turtles has helped me break out of my shell!"

Growing up near the ocean, Debbie Philp always loved marine life. That fascination stayed with her as she built a career as an accountant and later taught yoga.

Outsmart 'rainy day' home hassles!

April showers may bring May flowers, but that moisture can find its way inside too. To the rescue: easy rain-proofing (and removing!) tips

Serve up smiles!

Miranda bakes her twist on the Southern classic in a Bundt pan, then finishes with an easy-prep cream cheese glaze

Miranda's best down-home eats

Delicious memories are guaranteed with these so-easy family favorites from the country superstar

"You deserve so much joy!"

Country music superstar Miranda Lambert has a lot to smile about, including 10 hit albums, three Grammys and more Academy of Country Music Awards than any other artist. But after a painful and public divorce, life took a hard turn. Here, how faith, family, fur babies and ‘me time’ have helped restore her self-confidence, peace and bliss

"Help! I don't have any time!"

Almost 50% of women say they don't have enough hours in the day. Here, easy ways to discover where your time really goes and how to make it more rewarding

Drop 2 lbs each day

No diet math! No tiny portions! Discover the 50-50 'spring cleaning' secret proven to trigger 272% faster fat burn

"This easy detox saved my liver and my life!"

When Tiffany Sutphin found herself suffering from non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and in need of a transplant, she turned to an age-old cure that returned her to health

Rainbow secrets to 100% healthy!

Experts say that surrounding yourself with cheery pops of color is the key to enjoying a happier, healthier spring!

Easy key to younger & stronger!

Brazilian scientists say dynapenia, or age-related loss of muscle strength, affects more than half of women over 50.

The 'slow wave' secret to better health

After age 60, the time we spend in deep, slow-wave sleep (SWS) declines by 70%, according to UC Berkeley scientists.

Healthy heart, healthy you!

It’s no secret that avoiding heart disease adds years to your life—but it also adds life to your years.

Hair tweaks that make you younger!

All it takes to look 10 (or more!) years younger? A quick color, cut or style change. Read on to find the one that works best for you

"Our gardens offer food & hope to the homeless!"

Carolyn Day was so touched to meet a terminally ill man tending a garden outside the homeless shelter that she not only kept it growing when he’d gone, she planted more to feed hundreds in need—body and soul!

New ways to dodge $100s in late fees!

If you've ever missed a bill's due date, then you know that the typical $25 to $60 late fees add up quickly! Lucky for you, we found easy ways to avoid these pricey charges

Plumbers' top cost-saving secrets!

We asked the pros for the strategies they use in their own homes-just read on to save hundreds on repairs

Bliss in every bite!

Topped with caramel sauce and kissed with cinnamon, this easy from-scratch beauty is sure to win rave reviews

Easy weeknight supper sensations

With the price of chicken falling, these quick-prep meals are a delight for your taste buds and your wallet

"Help me handle toxic people!"

Nearly 84% of women have a negative person in their life. Here, experts share three common 'toxic types' and easy ways to stand up for yourself

Always crave carbs?

Discover how skipping just two ingredients is helping women like Deb Babcock end food addiction and lose up to 30 lbs in 14 days

"I outsmarted my arthritis pain!”

Grasping anything was agony for Kerry Mellin, until one day, she rigged up a homemade grip aid that allowed her to carry out tasks with ease. Today, her invention is helping countless others

Wacky health boosters that work!

Think you've heard all the health tricks experts have to offer? Not so fast! These surprising tips make you healthier and happier too

Say bye-bye to 'bat wings'!

These simple fixes tone upper arms just in time for skin-baring season

No-sweat keys to a healthy heart

Keeping your blood pressure, triglycerides and cholesterol in a healthy range cuts your heart attack risk, sharpens your memory and can even add up to 14 healthy years to your life, suggests JAMA research. And it's easy!

Outsmart the joint pain 'germ'

Experts have long known that a bacterium called Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis) is the top culprit behind gum disease. Now, research reveals inflammation produced by the bug can spread to joints, increasing the risk of pain and stiffness by 250%. The good news: It's easy to keep trouble at bay. Just...

No more dizzy spells!

Yale scientists say that by age 72, 1 in 4 of us suffer from benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), a condition that causes \"the spins.\" And flare-ups spike in the spring. Why? An uptick in barometric pressure swings can disrupt your balance-regulating vestibular system-canals in your inner ear that contain fluid, tiny crystals and hairlike sensors that help you stay balanced. Luckily, these tricks help!

Feel 15 years younger in 30 days!

Bloated, foggy and blue? SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) may be to blame. William Davis, M.D., author of Super Gut, says, \"SIBO occurs when bacteria that belong in the colon overgrow and spread to the small intestine. There, they produce toxins that leak into the bloodstream and cause abdominal pain and distention, brain fog, depression and weight gain.\" While SIBO affects at least 50 million American women, these tricks nix overgrowth

"We use art and music to help our veterans heal!"

Having suffered a traumatic brain injury and battling PTSD, Marine veteran Richard Casper was struggling to build a good postmilitary life. Then, one day, he took an art class and found painting gave him an outlet for his pain...and he began to see a beautiful new life ahead. Today, he helps other vets discover the same amazing healing